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Event: WVT 223: Williams v Matikainen     
Date:   Feb 16, 2024
#R1#
Rutger on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Rutger throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As Rutger backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rutger moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Rutger pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rutger 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.
Rutger throws a sloppy body shot
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rutger.
Magrath appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath is looking to land body kicks.
Magrath lands with a hook. Rutger tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice shot by Rutger.
Magrath connects with a body shot.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.
Rutger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath throws a low kick but Rutger avoids it.
Magrath lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Rutger doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rutger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rutger moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Rutger misses with a hook.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Rutger slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Rutger slips the punch.
Rutger swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Rutger jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rutger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Rutger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rutger misses the shot to the body.
Magrath throws a low kick but Rutger moves out of range easily.
Rutger looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath is looking to slow Rutger down with leg kicks.
A jab from Rutger finds it's way through Magrath's defenses.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Magrath throws a hook but Rutger avoids it easily.
Rutger looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rutger. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rutger thuds a left hand into Magrath's body.
Rutger slips a jab from Magrath.
Rutger finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rufus Rutger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Rutger throws a leg kick
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Magrath moves out of range as Rutger strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rutger misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
Magrath lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rutger.
Nice defenses there by Rutger.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rutger! But no joy.
Rutger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutger.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Magrath moves forwards but Rutger connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Rutger pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rutger tries a head kick but it misses.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rutger.
Magrath swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rutger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rutger throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath lands a glancing blow to the side of Rutger's head.#T3#
Rutger keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Rutger is trying to counter with his kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Rutger misses the target.
Magrath throws a hook but Rutger avoids it easily.
Rutger lands a slapping body shot.
Magrath works the jab nicely.
Rutger plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Rutger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magrath is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Magrath lands with a cross.
Rutger moves out of range of the body kick.
Rutger displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Magrath misses with a hook
and Rutger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rutger darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rutger looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rutger shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath cracks a nice hook into Rutger's ribs.#T4#
Magrath blocks a jab.
Rutger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Rutger.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Rutger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rutger lands a jab to the nose.
Rutger bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magrath's head backwards.
Rutger punishes Magrath's body with a nice straight punch.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rutger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rutger's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rutger stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rutger takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rutger misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magrath connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rutger's hands.
Nice body punch from Rutger.
Rutger throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Rutger misses the shot to the body.
Magrath is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rutger misses with a wild body shot.
Rutger's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rutger swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Magrath misses its target.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
Rutger connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Some bone on bone action there as Rutger checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A telegraphed right hand from Rutger misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Magrath walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magrath lands with a hook. Rutger tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Rutger moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Magrath misses with a right hand
enabling Rutger to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rutger.
Rutger on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rutger just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath misses with a hook. Rutger ducked under it nicely.
Rutger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Magrath lunges at Rutger with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rutger's hand.
Rutger jabs Magrath right on the nose. Magrath blinks but takes it well.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Rutger's shoulder, as Rutger tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Magrath looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rutger moves out of range of the strikes.
Rutger throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Rutger pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Rutger blocks a leg kick.
Magrath comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Rutger's jab looks to have found its range, popping Magrath under the eye.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rutger has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rutger and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rutger throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A shot to the body from Rutger misses
and Magrath counters with a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Rutger's shoulder, as Rutger tries to avoid the shot.
Rutger swings away with a body shot that misses
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rutger bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magrath's head backwards.
Rutger misses with a head kick.
Rutger displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rutger 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.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rutger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Rutger on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Magrath cracks Rutger with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rutger misses with an uppercut.
Rutger ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath walks into a straight right hand from Rutger.
Rutger misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath moves out of range as Rutger strikes.
Rutger takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Rutger thows a leg kick but Magrath checks it
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Rutger looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Rutger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Rutger uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Rutger takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Nice defenses there by Rutger.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rutger paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Magrath cracks Rutger with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rutger has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rutger misses with a straight left.
Magrath 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.
Rutger bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rutger throws a solid leg kick but Magrath takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rutger.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rutger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Magrath is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutger.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and Rutger counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Rutger slips a straight right by Magrath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath 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#
Magrath on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rutger moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rutger pushes Magrath away with a front kick.
A swing and a miss from Rutger.
Rutger scores with a jab to the head.
Rutger pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rutger throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Rutger on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rutger walks into a jab.
Rutger bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath swings for the body but Rutger moves out of range.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rutger's sensitive parts.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Rutger is out of range.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rutger scores with a jab.
Rutger throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath slips under a jab from Rutger.#T1#
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Magrath here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rutger was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Rutger getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Good exchange - Magrath coming out on top.
Rufus Rutger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rutger lands with a good body shot.
Rutger lands a body shot.
Rutger stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Rutger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rutger was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Rutger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rutger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rutger! But no joy.
Magrath moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Rutger.
Rutger looks to land a right hand but Magrath moved out of range.#T2#
Rutger takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magrath.
Rutger throws a leg kick that misses.
Rutger chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Rutger misses with an uppercut.
Rutger throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath scores with a nice head shot.
Rutger looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
A lazy left from Magrath finds it's target.
Rutger throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath lands a body shot.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Rutger looks to throw a body kick
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Magrath misses with a hook
and Rutger counters with a right hand to the body. #T3#
Magrath misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magrath tries a low kick but Rutger avoids it.
Rutger misses with a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rutger scores with a sloppy right hand. Magrath should have avoided that one. #CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Rutger ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Rutger slips under a jab.
Magrath throws a hook but Rutger blocks it.
Magrath 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.
Magrath throws a push kick but Rutger slaps the foot to one side.
A slow jab from Rutger misses its intended target.
Rutger takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A jab from Rutger misses.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Magrath feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rutgers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4#
Magrath misses with a body shot
and Rutger counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rutger misses with a body punch
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rutger throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
As Rutger backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Rutger's leg. Rutger is trying to keep his angry face on.
Magrath is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Rutger.
Rutger throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Rutger 's knee.
A low kick from Rutger is predictable there
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Rutger takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rutger looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Rutger misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a slapping leg kick.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
Rutger swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutger.
Rutger pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rutger takes a shot right to the bread basket.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jaxon Magrath showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magrath 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

After winning the bout, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: C272: Payer vs Albatross     
Date:   Jan 21, 2024
#R1#
Magrath fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Norling connects with a nice looking jab.
Magrath takes a swing at Norling's ribcage but misses.
Norling scores with a crisp jab that stopped Magrath in his tracks.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Magrath swings for the body but Norling moves out of range.
Magrath misses the jab.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Norling keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Norling tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Norling throws out the jab.
Norling with the inside leg kick.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Norling.
Norling works Magrath's body with a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Norling thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Norling swings away with a body shot that misses
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Norling.
Magrath digs a good body shot into Norling's ribs.
Magrath smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Norling.
Norling defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice shot by Magrath.
Magrath bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Norling is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Norling saw that one coming.
Norling 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.
Norling walks into a straight right hand from Magrath.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Despite the aggression on Norling's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2#
Norling misses the body punch
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath throws a push kick but Norling slaps the foot to one side.
Norling pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Norling connects with a body shot.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Norling.
Norling throws a poor cross that misses
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Magrath slips a jab from Norling.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Norling dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath is breathing heavily.
Norling throws a right hand that Magrath ducks under and follows up with a left that Magrath also avoids with ease.
Jab by Magrath.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Norling. That snapped Magrath's head back.
Norling throws a chopping leg kick but Magrath manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Norling avoids the body shot from Magrath.
A shot to the liver by Norling. Beautiful body shot.
Norling throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Norling ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Norling avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Magrath dodges the punch combination from Norling.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Norling on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Norling jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Norling steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Norling stalks Magrath and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Magrath's face. Magrath staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Nice body punch from Norling. #T4#
An inside leg kick from Norling misses.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath ducks right into an uppercut from Norling.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Norling throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
It appears Magrath was looking to counter with a kick there.
Norling throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Norling throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Norling ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Norling misses the shot to the body.
Magrath moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath moves out of range of the leg kick from Norling.
Norling waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath misses with a jab to the body
and Norling connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nils Norling dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Norling misses with a double jab.
Norling throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Norling looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Norling checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Norling misses.
Norling misses with the combination.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Magrath might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Norling bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magrath's head backwards.
A jab from Magrath finds it's way through Norling's defenses.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Norling was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Norling tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magrath.
Norling tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Magrath takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Norling checks it.
It seemed like Norling was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath throws a low kick but Norling moves out of range easily. #T2#
Norling throws a nice looking combination but Magrath bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Norling.
As Magrath backs off Norling throws a huge counter combo but Magrath manages to avoid it all.
Magrath slips under a jab from Norling.
Magrath cracks a nice hook into Norling's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Norling is out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Magrath. That snapped Norling's head back.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Norling is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magrath connects with the punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Magrath throws a jab when Norling was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Norling on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Norling missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.#T3#
A low kick from Magrath misses
and Norling counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Norling manages to avoid it.
Norling swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Norling misses with a looping left.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Norling keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Magrath scores with a nice strike.
Magrath misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Norling! But no joy.#T4#
Magrath pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Norling throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Norling swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magrath connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Norling momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Norling lands with an uppercut that bounces Magrath off the cage and back into range.
Norling swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Norling.
Norling misses the jab.
A slow jab from Norling misses its intended target.
Norling takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Norling shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A big left from Norling misses.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Norling looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath'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#
Norling uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a hook. Norling ducked under it nicely.
Norling throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A combination from Norling does no damage.
Magrath connects with a good right hand that stumbles Norling. Norling circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Norling misses with a left hand
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Norling sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Norling slips a straight right by Magrath.
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Norling takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Norling shapes to counter with a head kick.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Norling uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.#T1#
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Norling's shoulder, as Norling tries to avoid the shot.
Nils Norling seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Norling throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magrath stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magrath lands with a shot to the body.
Norling throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from Norling misses its intended target.
Norling tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Norling.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Norling is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Norling on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Norling keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath defending well as Norling loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Norling connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magrath momentarily.
Norling throws a low kick, looking for Magrath's leg but Magrath calmly moves out of range.
Norling tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Norling! Magrath is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nils Norling!
Nils Norling spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: C268: Kreischer vs Hoost     
Date:   Jan 14, 2024
#R1#
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Yrkje lands a head shot.
Yrkje displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Magrath looks to land a body kick but Yrkje moved away.
Yrkje throws a chopping leg kick but Magrath manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Yrkje throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath connects with a right hand. Yrkje shakes it off.
A telegraphed right hand from Yrkje misses the target.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Yrkje. That did some damage!
Yrkje throws a low kick but Magrath moves out of range easily.
Magrath half committed to a counter leg kick.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Yrkje shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Yrkje on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yrkje avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Yrkje takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Yrkje cracks Magrath with a good jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yrkje lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Crunch! Yrkje slams his shin into Magrath's torso.#T1#
Yrkje throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yrkje fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
A big right from Yrkje misses.
Magrath takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Toby Keith Yrkje seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Yrkje.
Yrkje throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Yrkje manages to avoid it.
Yrkje lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magrath looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Yrkje blocks a jab.
Yrkje lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Yrkje throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Yrkje slips the punch.
Yrkje throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
Yrkje throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Yrkje throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Yrkje has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Magrath cracks Yrkje with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Yrkje misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yrkje.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Yrkje uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Yrkje throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yrkje missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Yrkje manages to avoid it.
Yrkje slips under a jab.
Yrkje feints a counter leg kick.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yrkje.
Magrath sets himself, and Yrkje steps forward looking for the clinch! Magrath avoids it this time.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Magrath crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Yrkje - the referee stops the clock and Magrath gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Yrkje. Magrath manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Yrkje throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Yrkje is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Yrkje throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Yrkje uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Yrkje will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Magrath checks a leg kick nicely.
Yrkje changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jab by Yrkje.
Magrath moves out of range as Yrkje throws a body kick.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yrkje with the inside leg kick. #T3#
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Yrkje throws a big shot that misses.
Yrkje looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Yrkje connects with a crisp jab.
Yrkje takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A good leg kick by Yrkje.
Magrath on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Yrkje. Yrkje obviously looking to wear him down.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Yrkje is just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Yrkje fails in his attempt to clinch.
A cross from Yrkje lands.
Yrkje paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Magrath comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Yrkje fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yrkje misses with a hook.#T4#
Yrkje throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Magrath attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Magrath keeps the fight on the outside.
Yrkje stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Yrkje pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Yrkje lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Magrath at a distance.
An inside leg kick from Yrkje misses.
A quick step to the side and Magrath tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath throws a hook but Yrkje blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yrkje. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Yrkje on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Yrkje.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Yrkje takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Yrkje is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toby Keith Yrkje dominated that round.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Yrkje defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Yrkje sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Yrkje misses.
A jab from Magrath misses.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Yrkje goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Magrath might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Yrkje throws out a leg kick but Magrath moves out of range and Yrkje only half commits.
Yrkje explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Yrkje uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Yrkje moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Magrath cracks Yrkje with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Magrath throws a solid leg kick but Yrkje takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yrkje avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Yrkje just misses with a punch to the body.
Yrkje slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Yrkje throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Yrkje's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.#T1#
An inside leg kick from Yrkje misses.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Yrkje scores with a kick to the body.
Yrkje stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Yrkje counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yrkje.
Yrkje's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Yrkje throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yrkje fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Magrath swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Toby Keith Yrkje seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yrkje's corner calls for a 1-2. Yrkje obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yrkje pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magrath is out of range and Yrkje settles back down.
Yrkje fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Magrath has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Yrkje turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Yrkje throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Magrath misses with a body kick.
Yrkje slips a jab from Magrath.
Yrkje misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that Yrkje was not able to check.
Yrkje misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Yrkje is looking to chop away at Magrath's legs.
Magrath swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Yrkje tries to clinch up.
Yrkje uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
A telegraphed right hand from Yrkje misses the target.
Yrkje misses with a kick to the body.
Yrkje throws a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath slips a jab and a cross from Yrkje.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Yrkje throws a quick inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Yrkje moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Yrkje will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath works Yrkje's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Yrkje bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A big right from Yrkje misses.
Yrkje throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Magrath thuds a left hand into Yrkje's body.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Yrkje's head but Yrkje sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Yrkje throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yrkje lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL2#
and Yrkje counters by clinching up.
Yrkje is trying to pull guard but Magrath has him pressed against the cage.
Yrkje is trying to maintain a safe position but Magrath gets an underhook and turns Yrkje into the cage.
Yrkje tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magrath's elbow. #TD2#
Yrkje jumps guard.
Yrkje is controlling Magrath's posture.
Yrkje's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Magrath preventing the sweep.
Magrath controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Yrkje 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toby Keith Yrkje will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Yrkje steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Yrkje lands with a hook. Magrath tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Yrkje swings away with a body shot that misses
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
Some bone on bone action there as Magrath checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Yrkje is just out of range.
Yrkje is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Yrkje has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magrath slips under a jab.
An inside leg kick from Yrkje misses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Yrkje. Magrath shrugs it off though.
Magrath throws a good cross that connects.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath lunges at Yrkje with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Yrkje's hand.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Yrkje misses with a low kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Yrkje flicks out a counter leg kick but Magrath steps away.
Yrkje moves away from the strike by Magrath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yrkje scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1##CL2#
Yrkje moves into the clinch.
Magrath tries to circle away but Yrkje has him pinned against the cage.
Yrkje lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yrkje is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Yrkje misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yrkje.
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yrkje swings wildly with an uppercut but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Yrkje.
Yrkje misses with some punches. #BC#
Magrath manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Yrkje gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Yrkje misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magrath misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch.
Yrkje slips under a jab.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
Yrkje lands a nice looking body shot.
Yrkje rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yrkje swings away with a leg kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Yrkje thows a leg kick but Magrath checks it
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Yrkje throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
As Yrkje backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Yrkje thumps Magrath with a low kick.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Yrkje throws a solid leg kick but Magrath takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Yrkje.
Yrkje lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Yrkje looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Yrkje was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Yrkje misses with a jab to the body
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Yrkje.#T3#
Yrkje tries a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jab by Magrath.
Yrkje tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magrath paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magrath clobbers Yrkje with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magrath scores with a jab.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Yrkje is out of range.
Yrkje explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Magrath slips a jab from Yrkje.
Magrath will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Nice defenses there by Yrkje.
Yrkje throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magrath looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Yrkje dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magrath. That did some damage!#T4#
A big right from Magrath misses.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Yrkje lands with a straight right. Magrath didn't see that one coming.
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!
Yrkje steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Yrkje scores with a decent looking hook.
Yrkje slips a jab from Magrath.
Good work by Magrath as he checks the leg kick.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Yrkje throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Yrkje swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yrkje tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yrkje misses with a hook.
Yrkje takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toby Keith Yrkje is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Yrkje sees it coming and checks it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
Well Yrkje 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toby Keith Yrkje!

Toby Keith Yrkje seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: C263: Lehto vs Kreischer     
Date:   Dec 31, 2023
#R1#
Monkey scores with a decent looking hook.
Magrath looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Monkey looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monkey takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Good leg kick by Monkey.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Monkey. Magrath shrugs it off though.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Monkey's shoulder, as Monkey tries to avoid the shot.
Monkey scores with a jab.
Monkey misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
A solid body kick from Monkey.
Monkey lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
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!
Magrath drops his hands momentarily and Monkey takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Monkey throws a good cross that connects.
Monkey paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Monkey listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Monkey scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Monkey moves out of range of the body kick.
Monkey connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Monkey has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Monkey moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monkey lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Monkey scores with a punch to the head.
Monkey fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath slips a straight right by Monkey.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fighters circling - Monkey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath is looking for a counter combo.
Monkey lands a lovely overhand right.
A slapping body kick lands there for Monkey.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magrath tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Monkey misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monkey misses with a hook
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monkey.
Monkey lands with an overhand left.
Magrath looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Monkey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monkey lands a nice shot that snaps Magrath's head back.
Monkey throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Monkey wants to counter the offense by Magrath and move into the clinch position.
A low kick lands for Monkey.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Magrath chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Monkey can pounce on him. #T3#
Monkey doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monkey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Monkey looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Monkey with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Monkey lands with an uppercut that bounces Magrath off the cage and back into range.
Monkey motions for Magrath to come forward. Monkey throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Monkey misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Spider Monkey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Monkey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monkey appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Monkey stalks Magrath and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Magrath's face. Magrath staggers backwards, shaken.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath throws a big counter combination but Monkey scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T4#
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Monkey.
Monkey throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
Monkey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Monkey slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Monkey throws a nice inside leg kick.
Monkey throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magrath.
As Monkey looks to move away, Magrath throws a big counter combo but Monkey just gets out of the way.
Monkey moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Monkey lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body kick there by Monkey.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Monkey walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magrath checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Spider Monkey dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Monkey throws a nice inside leg kick.
Monkey misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath checks the leg kick nicely there.
Monkey cracks Magrath with a right hand to the side of the head.
Monkey throws a nice inside leg kick.
Monkey staying out of range there.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Monkey.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monkey.
Monkey misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a series of punches but Monkey moves out of range.
Monkey scores with a nice right hand.
Monkey has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Magrath might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Monkey chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Magrath gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Monkey.
A cross from Monkey lands.
Magrath throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Monkey connects with a crisp jab.
Monkey sizes up Magrath with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magrath gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Monkey has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Monkey avoids a kick to the body.
Monkey feints and then cracks Magrath's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magrath down.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Monkey, as that shot connected.
Magrath throws a hook but Monkey blocks it.
Magrath lands a nice looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monkey.#T2#
Monkey connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magrath's hands.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Monkey's corner calls for a 1-2. Monkey obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Magrath is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A head kick misses from Monkey.
Monkey ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Monkey looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Magrath throws a big counter combination but Monkey scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Monkey throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Monkey. That one must have hurt.
Magrath walks into a stiff left hand from Monkey.
Spider Monkey seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monkey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monkey tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Magrath misses with a hook. Monkey ducked under it nicely.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monkey lands a jab.
Monkey lands with a nice body kick.
Monkey lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Monkey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Good shot there by Monkey.
Magrath walks into a straight right hand from Monkey.
Magrath takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A low kick from Monkey is predictable there
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Monkey lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monkey listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Monkey saw that one coming.
Monkey throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magrath.
A low kick from Monkey misses
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monkey misses the jab.
Magrath appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Monkey 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.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Monkey cracks Magrath with a good jab.
Monkey scores with a push kick.
Monkey catches Magrath with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Magrath takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Spider Monkey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Monkey slips under a jab.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monkey throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magrath.
Monkey throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Monkey connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and Monkey counters with a head kick.
A punch lands to the side of Magrath 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The fighters circling - Monkey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monkey works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monkey lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Monkey connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Monkey throws a low kick, looking for Magrath's leg but Magrath calmly moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Monkey. #T1#
Magrath moves out of range as Monkey throws a body kick.
Magrath swings for the body but Monkey moves out of range.
Magrath takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monkey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath throws a quick counter kick to the body but Monkey avoids it.
Monkey lands with a thumping leg kick.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Monkey saw that one coming.
Monkey lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A right-left combo lands from Magrath.
Monkey blocks a low kick nicely.
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monkey.
Monkey pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Monkey ducks down to avoid it.
Monkey steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Magrath avoids a kick to the body.
Magrath defending well as Monkey loads up on a big left hand.
Monkey scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monkey lands a jab to the head.
Monkey throws a quick inside leg kick.
Monkey lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Magrath 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Monkey lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monkey misses with a looping left.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Monkey throws a solid leg kick but Magrath takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Monkey.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Monkey's leg but Monkey calmly moves out of range. #T3#
Monkey throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Monkey to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monkey lands a jab to the head.
Monkey feints and then cracks Magrath's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magrath down.
Monkey jabs Magrath right on the nose. Magrath blinks but takes it well.
A slapping leg kick lands for Monkey.
Monkey comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Monkey cracks Magrath with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Magrath takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
Magrath misses with a double jab
and Monkey counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monkey lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
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!
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Monkey lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monkey keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Monkey swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath throws a big counter combination but Monkey scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Monkey staying out of range there.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Monkey lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Spider Monkey is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Monkey throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spider Monkey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Monkey 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spider Monkey!

Our winner, Spider Monkey, 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: C259: Obaminator vs Nakagawa V     
Date:   Dec 17, 2023
#R1#
Magrath throws a good cross that connects. #CUT#It looks like Mikey Marciano has been cut.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Marciano moved out of range nicely.
Marciano is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #ROC#Marciano is rocked!
Marciano 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.
Marciano drops his hands momentarily. Magrath doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Marciano staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Marciano doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jaxon Magrath!
During a confident post fight interview, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Mikey Marciano had this to say: 'Rob these nuts.'.

 

Event: C256: Matsuzaka vs Magrath II     
Date:   Dec 03, 2023
#R1#
Matsuzaka tries to clinch there but Magrath circles away.
Magrath listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magrath listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Matsuzaka cracks Magrath with a good jab.
Matsuzaka misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Matsuzaka takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Matsuzaka dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath scores with a jab.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Matsuzaka looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Matsuzaka throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Matsuzaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Matsuzaka takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Matsuzaka.#T1#
Magrath avoids the body shot from Matsuzaka.
Magrath scores with a jab. Matsuzaka acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Matsuzaka counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Matsuzaka is looking to clinch but Magrath is avoiding it.
Matsuzaka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Matsuzaka throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka misses with a looping left.
Magrath takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Matsuzaka sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Matsuzaka dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Matsuzaka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath misses with a straight left.
It looked like Matsuzaka wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Matsuzaka throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Magrath gets tackled into the cage by Matsuzaka. Matsuzaka maintains the clinch.
Magrath is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Magrath wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Magrath escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Matsuzaka rushes Magrath and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Magrath has had enough of the clinch but Matsuzaka keeps him there for the moment.
A short left from Matsuzaka.
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch.
Matsuzaka lands a body punch in the clinch.
Matsuzaka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Matsuzaka lands a left hand.
Magrath avoids the elbow strike from Matsuzaka, against the cage.
Matsuzaka lands a right hand.
Matsuzaka creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T3#
Matsuzaka pushes off an throws an elbow but Magrath leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Matsuzaka prevents Magrath from breaking the clinch.
Magrath working aggressively here.
Matsuzaka lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Matsuzaka blocks a body shot from Magrath.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Matsuzaka just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magrath's brow.
Matsuzaka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Matsuzaka gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #BC2#
Magrath escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Matsuzaka lands a nice shot to the body.
Matsuzaka swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Matsuzaka backing away here, and Magrath unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath lands a jab to the head.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Magrath connects with a right hand. Matsuzaka shakes it off.
Matsuzaka walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magrath checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL2#
Magrath moves into the clinch successfully.
Magrath wants to break free but Matsuzaka has control. #T4#
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matsuzaka trying to control the position but instead, Magrath has worked for underhooks and has pushed Matsuzaka into the cage.
Matsuzaka tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Matsuzaka lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magrath blocking some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Magrath's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Magrath prevents a body shot from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka misses with a punch to the body.
Matsuzaka lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magrath is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Matsuzaka throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Matsuzaka comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Magrath working hard to break the clinch.
Matsuzaka misses with an elbow strike.
A shot in the inside from Matsuzaka.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keisuke Matsuzaka dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Matsuzaka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.#CL#
Matsuzaka closes the distance and clinches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magrath.
Matsuzaka misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch.
Matsuzaka misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Matsuzaka, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Matsuzaka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Matsuzaka connects with a looping right hand.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Matsuzaka swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a nice leg kick.
Matsuzaka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matsuzaka misses the jab.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.#T1#
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick.
Matsuzaka has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Matsuzaka there as he acknowledges the shot.
Matsuzaka has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Matsuzaka gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Magrath has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Matsuzaka.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Matsuzaka's head but Matsuzaka sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Matsuzaka misses with a low kick as Magrath jumps back.
Magrath now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Magrath. That snapped Matsuzaka's head back.
Matsuzaka moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Matsuzaka checks the leg kick.
Matsuzaka doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
A swing and a miss from Matsuzaka.#T2#
Matsuzaka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Matsuzaka throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Matsuzaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Magrath swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Matsuzaka goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Matsuzaka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Matsuzaka thuds a left hand into Magrath's body.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Matsuzaka.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath throws a low kick but Matsuzaka moves out of range easily.
Matsuzaka misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Matsuzaka has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3#
Matsuzaka works on Magrath's body with a couple of short punches.
Matsuzaka goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Matsuzaka gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Matsuzaka's head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath. #CL2#
Magrath has Matsuzaka up against the cage in a clinch.
Magrath tries to circle away but Matsuzaka has him pinned against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Matsuzaka.
A frustrated look appears on Magrath's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Matsuzaka prevents a body shot from Magrath.
Matsuzaka keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magrath's efforts to push away.
Matsuzaka is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Matsuzaka misses with an elbow over the top.
Matsuzaka lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magrath is breathing heavily.
A short left from Matsuzaka. #T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka scores with a shoulder strike.
Magrath working hard to break the clinch.
Keisuke Matsuzaka has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Matsuzaka.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Matsuzaka.
Magrath working aggressively here.
Matsuzaka lands a damaging elbow.
Magrath is trying to push Matsuzaka away but Matsuzaka has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Magrath wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Matsuzaka has him pressed against the cage.
Matsuzaka lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
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 Keisuke Matsuzaka will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Magrath doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Matsuzaka connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Magrath scores with a nice strike.
Magrath connects with a body shot.
Matsuzaka keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Matsuzaka throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Matsuzaka. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Matsuzaka moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath misses with a hook #CL#
and Matsuzaka holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Matsuzaka throws a punch but it's blocked by Magrath.
A body shot lands from Matsuzaka.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath prevents a body shot from Matsuzaka.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Matsuzaka. #T1##BC2#
Magrath escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Matsuzaka uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Matsuzaka swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Matsuzaka rushes Magrath and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka keeps control of Magrath as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Matsuzaka misses with an elbow over the top.
Matsuzaka throws an elbow but it misses.
Magrath blocks a body shot from Matsuzaka.
Magrath wants to break free but Matsuzaka has control. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Matsuzaka swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magrath has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Matsuzaka.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Matsuzaka doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Matsuzaka cracks Magrath with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matsuzaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Matsuzaka lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A shot to the body from Magrath misses #CL#
and Matsuzaka moves into the clinch.
Magrath has had enough of the clinch but Matsuzaka keeps him there for the moment.
Magrath is trying to break the clinch but Matsuzaka has him pressed against the cage.
Magrath lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Matsuzaka backwards.
Matsuzaka tries to throw a body punch but Magrath avoids it by throwing Matsuzaka back against the cage.
Magrath wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Matsuzaka misses with some punches. #BC2#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath is looking to slow Matsuzaka down with leg kicks.
Matsuzaka digs a good hook to Magrath's body.
Matsuzaka checks the leg kick.
As Magrath tries to get set, Matsuzaka tries to push him back and clinch up but Magrath manages to avoid the attempt.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
A big left from Matsuzaka misses.
Matsuzaka lands with a kick to the temple. Magrath shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Matsuzaka off balance momentarily.#CL#
Matsuzaka moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka misses with some punches.
A short right from Matsuzaka on the inside.
Matsuzaka lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
Magrath breaks from the clinch.
Magrath checks a low kick from Matsuzaka.
Magrath doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Matsuzaka doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Matsuzaka throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab by Matsuzaka.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T4#
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Matsuzaka misses with an uppercut.
Matsuzaka misses the jab.
Magrath thows a leg kick but Matsuzaka checks it
and Matsuzaka counters with a thumping low kick.
Matsuzaka moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Matsuzaka checks it well.
Matsuzaka tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magrath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Matsuzaka slips under a jab from Magrath.
Matsuzaka doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Matsuzaka.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Matsuzaka slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keisuke Matsuzaka clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Magrath is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Matsuzaka misses the target.
Magrath tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow Matsuzaka down. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magrath lands an uppercut.
Matsuzaka lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Matsuzaka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuzaka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magrath wants to get back to striking at distance but Matsuzaka won't allow it.
Matsuzaka content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Magrath wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Magrath misses with some punches.
Matsuzaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magrath can do to turn this around?#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Matsuzaka uses good head movement to avoid it.
Matsuzaka lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Magrath blocks an elbow strike.
Matsuzaka misses with a hook to the ribs.
Matsuzaka cracks Magrath with a nice body shot.
Magrath wants to break free but Matsuzaka has control.
Matsuzaka throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magraths head.
Magrath is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Matsuzaka lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magrath is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Matsuzaka scores with a hook to the body.
Matsuzaka working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magrath being controlled against the cage.#BC2#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magrath lands a jab to the head. #T2#
Matsuzaka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Magrath checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Matsuzaka dips to his left and cracks Magrath with an uppercut!
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Matsuzaka.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matsuzaka slips a jab from Magrath.
Magrath throws a hook but Matsuzaka blocks it.
Magrath 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.
Matsuzaka looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Matsuzaka tries to clinch up but Magrath circles away and keeps his distance.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Matsuzaka checks the leg kick nicely there.
Magrath takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Matsuzaka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Magrath misses.
No joy there for Matsuzaka, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Matsuzaka checks a leg kick nicely.#T3#
Matsuzaka blocks a jab.
Nice body kick from Matsuzaka.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Matsuzaka was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.#CL#
Matsuzaka clinches up with Magrath and pushes him back against the cage.
Matsuzaka lands a damaging elbow.
Matsuzaka stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Matsuzaka scores with a hook to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Matsuzaka.
A right handed body shot lands from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka lands an elbow that stopped Magrath in his tracks for a moment.
Matsuzaka gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Matsuzaka pushes off an throws an elbow but Magrath leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Matsuzaka lands a hook that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A frustrated look appears on Magrath's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T4#
Matsuzaka gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Matsuzaka makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Matsuzaka works on Magrath's body with a couple of short punches.
Matsuzaka lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Matsuzaka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Matsuzaka lands with a right to the head.
A hook to the body from Matsuzaka.
A body shot lands from Matsuzaka.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Matsuzaka. #ROC#Magrath is rocked!
Matsuzaka lands with a light punch inside.
Magrath is still on wobbly legs! Can Matsuzaka finish him?
Matsuzaka pushes Magrath against the cage. Matsuzaka is working some dirty boxing. Matsuzaka pushes off with a quick right hook! Magrath goes down! Magrath tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Matsuzaka moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Keisuke Matsuzaka!
Keisuke Matsuzaka retains his welterweight title!
After the fight, Keisuke Matsuzaka 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: C253: Lehto vs Blank     
Date:   Nov 26, 2023
#R1#
Magrath is looking to chop away at Yrkje's legs.
Yrkje misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Yrkje checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath connects with a looping right hand.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Yrkje looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Yrkje jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yrkje delivers a nice body kick.
Yrkje misses the shot to the body.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Yrkje counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Yrkje ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow Yrkje down.
A jab from Yrkje misses.
Yrkje connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magrath's hands.#T1#
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Yrkje.
Yrkje throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Yrkje slips a straight right by Magrath.
Yrkje defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Yrkje walks into a left hand.
Yrkje fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Yrkje is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Yrkje blocks a jab.
Yrkje misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Yrkje lands a slapping body shot.
Yrkje slips a jab from Magrath.
Yrkje throws a chopping leg kick but Magrath manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slapping leg kick lands for Yrkje. #T2#
Magrath scores with a nice right hand.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
enabling Yrkje to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yrkje wants to counter the offense by Magrath and move into the clinch position.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Yrkje sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An inside leg kick from Magrath misses.
Yrkje 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.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Yrkje counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Yrkje's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
A punch lands to the side of Yrkje 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Yrkje's sensitive parts.
Yrkje just misses with a punch to the body.
A big left from Magrath misses. #T3#
Yrkje staying out of range there.
Yrkje looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Yrkje's front leg but catches the back leg as Yrkje tries to avoid it.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Yrkje drives through and clinches with Magrath against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Yrkje.
Magrath tries to circle away but Yrkje has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yrkje on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yrkje! But no joy.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Yrkje counters with an outside leg kick.
Magrath takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Yrkje counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Yrkje takes one to the chin there.
Yrkje takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Yrkje slips the punch.
Yrkje darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Yrkje looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Yrkje's legs.
Yrkje swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Magrath throws the left hand but Yrkje avoids the punch easily.
Yrkje throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Magrath tries to work over Yrkje's front leg with a kick but Yrkje checks it.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Yrkje was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath misses with a shot to the body
and Yrkje counters with an outside leg kick. #CL2#
Yrkje instigates a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Magrath 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.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Yrkje makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Magrath throws the left hand but Yrkje avoids the punch easily.
Yrkje throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Yrkje keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magrath keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A big right from Magrath misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Yrkje is out of range.
Magrath slips a straight right by Yrkje.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Yrkje was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Yrkje was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Yrkje is out of range.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Magrath pivots, looking for a leg kick but Yrkje is out of range and Magrath settles back down.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Yrkje's sensitive parts.
Yrkje ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Yrkje wants to counter the offense by Magrath and move into the clinch position.
Yrkje ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yrkje looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Yrkje checks a leg kick nicely.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL2#
Yrkje drives through and clinches with Magrath against the cage.
Magrath dodges an elbow strike from Yrkje.
Magrath is trying to push Yrkje away but Yrkje has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Magrath misses with a body punch.
Magrath is trying to push Yrkje away but Yrkje has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Yrkje has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Magrath uses from the top position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Yrkje holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Magrath wanted to stand there but Yrkje had control of the position.
Yrkje looking for a sweep. Not yet Yrkje, not yet.
Yrkje is pulling down on Magrath's head. It's preventing any offense from Magrath, at least for the moment.
Yrkje lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Magrath looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Yrkje sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magrath's guard.
Magrath slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Yrkje looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Yrkje is continuing to stall.
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 Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Yrkje on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magrath misses the jab.
Yrkje ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Yrkje moved out of range.
Magrath sets himself, and Yrkje steps forward looking for the clinch! Magrath avoids it this time.
Yrkje keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yrkje looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Yrkje counters with a stiff right hand.
Good exchange - Yrkje coming out on top.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yrkje tries to clinch but Magrath is having none of it.
Yrkje misses with a wild combination.
Yrkje just misses with a punch to the body.
Yrkje lands an overhand right.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Yrkje. Those never looked like landing.
Yrkje keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
A good leg kick by Yrkje.
Yrkje ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Yrkje is looking to score with low kicks.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Yrkje delivers a nice body kick.
Yrkje tries to clinch but Magrath is having none of it.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Yrkje counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Yrkje lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Yrkje ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little jabbing left from Yrkje on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yrkje takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Toby Keith Yrkje has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Yrkje defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Yrkje ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Yrkje keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Yrkje.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Yrkje blocks a low kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Yrkje on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yrkje uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Yrkje doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Magrath avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magrath misses with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target. #CL2#
Yrkje moves into the clinch successfully.
Magrath takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Magrath softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Magrath wants to get back to striking at distance but Yrkje won't allow it. #BC#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
Yrkje throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yrkje looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Yrkje wants to slow Magrath down by chopping away at his legs.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Yrkje sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Yrkje only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Magrath with a nice cross.
Magrath defending well as Yrkje loads up on a big left hand.
Yrkje takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Yrkje keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Yrkje is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Magrath on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magrath throws the left hand but Yrkje avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Yrkje's head but Yrkje sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
A bone on bone clash there as Yrkje blocks the leg kick.
Yrkje keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yrkje is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Magrath misses with a hook
and Yrkje connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Yrkje tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magrath swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Yrkje throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Yrkje pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A lazy left from Yrkje finds it's target.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Yrkje swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Yrkje.
Yrkje fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Magrath throws a good cross that connects.
Yrkje's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yrkje was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Toby Keith Yrkje.
I think Magrath 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:28
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

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

 

Event: C249: Perkele vs Matsuzaka     
Date:   Nov 12, 2023
#R1#
Marciano scores with a crisp jab that stopped Magrath in his tracks.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Marciano ducks down to avoid it.
Marciano was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath slips under a jab from Marciano.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Marciano looks to land a right hand but Magrath moved out of range.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Marciano ducks down to avoid it.
Marciano appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marciano lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Marciano scores with a decent looking hook.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Marciano.
Magrath gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Marciano.#CL#
Marciano moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Marciano.
Marciano lands a really nice looking cross but Magrath seems unphased.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magrath has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Marciano finds it's way round the side to connect with Magrath's head.
Magrath throws a hook but Marciano blocks it.
Mikey Marciano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marciano manages to avoid it.
Marciano misses with a kick to the body
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Mikey Marciano has been cut.#T1#
Marciano lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL#
Marciano moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Marciano fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marciano. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magrath connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Marciano to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Magrath!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jaxon Magrath!
Jaxon Magrath decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Mikey Marciano stepped up to the mic, saying 'Rob these nuts.'.

 

Event: C245: Yarborough vs Obaminator     
Date:   Oct 29, 2023
#R1#
Magrath misses with a shot to the body
and Matsuzaka cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
Matsuzaka slips a straight right by Magrath.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Matsuzaka.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Matsuzaka looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Matsuzaka defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath checks the leg kick.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Matsuzaka slips the punch.
Matsuzaka uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Matsuzaka walks into a stiff left hand from Magrath.
Matsuzaka looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Matsuzaka rushes Magrath and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Magrath breaks from the clinch.
Matsuzaka walks into a straight right hand from Magrath.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Matsuzaka throws out the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matsuzaka uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
A telegraphed right hand from Matsuzaka misses the target.
Magrath swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Matsuzaka moves into the clinch.#T1##BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Matsuzaka ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Matsuzaka on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Matsuzaka looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Matsuzaka buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka works the jab nicely.
Matsuzaka on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Matsuzaka is looking to counter punch.
Magrath listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Matsuzaka has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magrath finds it's way round the side to connect with Matsuzaka's head.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and Matsuzaka counters with a solid body kick.
Magrath 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.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Matsuzaka uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matsuzaka checks the leg kick.
Magrath lands a jab to the head.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Matsuzaka was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Magrath drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Matsuzaka moves out of range of the leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath throws a hook but Matsuzaka avoids it easily.
Matsuzaka stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Magrath throws a jab when Matsuzaka was well out of range.
Matsuzaka slips under a jab.
Matsuzaka comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Matsuzaka counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Matsuzaka is out of range.
Matsuzaka lands an overhand right.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Matsuzaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Matsuzaka lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magrath blocks the elbow strike.
Matsuzaka lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Matsuzaka misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath throws a hook but Matsuzaka avoids it easily.
Magrath moves forwards but Matsuzaka connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magrath cracks Matsuzaka with a good jab.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Matsuzaka takes one on the button.
Matsuzaka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Matsuzaka is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a kick to the body.
Matsuzaka appears to be looking for a big counter.
A punch lands to the side of Matsuzaka 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magrath moves out of range as Matsuzaka strikes.
A little jabbing left from Magrath on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magrath connects with the punch.#CL#
Matsuzaka closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A short left from Matsuzaka.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matsuzaka lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magrath is looking to break free of the clinch but Matsuzaka has double underhooks. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Matsuzaka.
A short body shot lands from Matsuzaka as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Matsuzaka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Matsuzaka moves away and avoids it.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Matsuzaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Matsuzaka moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Matsuzaka blocks a jab.
Matsuzaka wants to clinch up but Magrath keeps it at a distance.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Matsuzaka is out of range.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Matsuzaka moves away and avoids it.
Matsuzaka throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Matsuzaka will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Matsuzaka is looking to clinch.
A lazy body kick from Magrath
and Matsuzaka cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Keisuke Matsuzaka will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Matsuzaka throws a big shot that misses.
Matsuzaka missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath lands with a nice body punch.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Nice shot lands for Magrath.
Magrath works Matsuzaka's body with a nice hook.
Matsuzaka walks into a jab.
Matsuzaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Magrath swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magrath throws a hook but Matsuzaka blocks it.
Matsuzaka looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The fighters circling - Matsuzaka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Matsuzaka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Matsuzaka counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Matsuzaka takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
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!#CL#
Matsuzaka has taken the fight to the clinch.
Matsuzaka goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Matsuzaka throws a punch but it's blocked by Magrath.
Matsuzaka working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Matsuzaka pushes off an throws an elbow but Magrath leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Matsuzaka misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka digs a right hand underneath Magrath's ribcage. Magrath let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magrath avoids the elbow strike from Matsuzaka, against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka tries to work over Magrath's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Matsuzaka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magrath's elbow.
Matsuzaka tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Matsuzaka lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Matsuzaka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Matsuzaka fails to land.
Matsuzaka goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Matsuzaka blocks an uppercut.
Magrath dodges an elbow strike from Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka scores with a nice hook to the head.
Matsuzaka misses with some punches.
Magrath wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Matsuzaka tries to work over Magrath's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matsuzaka has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Matsuzaka there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL#
Matsuzaka clinches with his opponent.
Matsuzaka scores with a shot to the side of Magrath's head. #BC2#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Matsuzaka misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath misses the jab.
Matsuzaka misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Matsuzaka clinches. #T3#
Magrath avoids the elbow strike from Matsuzaka, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Matsuzaka - that landed with a thud.
Matsuzaka misses with an elbow strike.
Matsuzaka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magrath wants to break free but Matsuzaka has control.
Matsuzaka looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Magrath can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Matsuzaka.
Magrath makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Matsuzaka creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Matsuzaka lands a shot to the body.
Matsuzaka misses with an elbow over the top.
Matsuzaka scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magrath tries to break the clinch but Matsuzaka is controlling the position. #T4#
Matsuzaka misses with an elbow strike.
Matsuzaka lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Magrath breaks from the clinch.
Crunch! Matsuzaka slams his shin into Magrath's torso.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Matsuzaka.
Magrath let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Matsuzaka wants to clinch.
Matsuzaka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
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!
Matsuzaka blocks a jab.
Matsuzaka connects with a nice looking jab.
Good work by Matsuzaka as he checks the leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Matsuzaka.
Matsuzaka takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Matsuzaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magrath can do to turn this around?
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A jab from Matsuzaka misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keisuke Matsuzaka 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Matsuzaka counters with a straight right hand.
Matsuzaka lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Matsuzaka counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fight stays on the outside here - Matsuzaka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Matsuzaka fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Magrath looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Magrath throws a sloppy body shot
letting Matsuzaka counter with a right hand.
Matsuzaka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Matsuzaka.
Magrath misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath blocks the body kick.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Matsuzaka appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Matsuzaka avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
The fighters circling - Matsuzaka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath misses with a left hand #CL#
and Matsuzaka counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T1#
Matsuzaka throws a head punch that misses.
Matsuzaka lands a nice shot to the body.
Magrath takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Matsuzaka lands a hook to the side of the head.
Matsuzaka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magrath's elbow.
Matsuzaka comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Magrath lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Matsuzaka counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Matsuzaka scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Matsuzaka misses with an uppercut.
Matsuzaka scores with a leg kick.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Matsuzaka.#CL#
Matsuzaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Magrath is trying to force a seperation but Matsuzaka has the dominant position.#T2#
Matsuzaka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Matsuzaka controlling the action here for a moment.
A frustrated look appears on Magrath's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Matsuzaka misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath blocks the elbow strike.
Matsuzaka looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Matsuzaka lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Matsuzaka. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Matsuzaka counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Magrath lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Matsuzaka.#T3#
Matsuzaka lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magrath's sensitive parts.
Matsuzaka throws a chopping leg kick but Magrath manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Magrath lands with a cross.
Magrath lands with a straight right. Matsuzaka didn't see that one coming.
Matsuzaka scores with a jab.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Matsuzaka just misses with a punch to the body.
Keisuke Matsuzaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Magrath misses with a leg kick
and Matsuzaka cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Matsuzaka on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Matsuzaka is just out of range.
Matsuzaka moves out of range as Magrath strikes.#CL#
Matsuzaka clinches.
Magrath blocking some punches. #T4#
Magrath looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Matsuzaka keeps control of Magrath as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Magrath is trying to push Matsuzaka away but Matsuzaka has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Matsuzaka keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magrath's efforts to push away.
Magrath is trying to break the clinch but Matsuzaka is controlling him.
Matsuzaka lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Matsuzaka throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath tries a quick counter leg kick but Matsuzaka is wise to it.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matsuzaka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Matsuzaka scores with a hook to the body. Magrath takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keisuke Matsuzaka!

In his post fight interview, Keisuke Matsuzaka started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: C241: Albatross vs Gebhardt     
Date:   Oct 22, 2023
#R1#
Talvela tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#TD2#
Talvela gets the takedown into side control.
Talvela creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Magrath sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Magrath is looking for a sweep.
Talvela working the body and head with strikes.
Magrath managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Talvela.
Talvela working the ground and pound.
Magrath defending against the ground and pound.
Talvela lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Magrath down.
Talvela has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Talvela is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Magrath has escaped the position, nice work there.
The ground and pound from Talvela seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Sloppy strikes there by Talvela.#T1#
Talvela working the ground and pound but Magrath is defending the strikes.
Talvela throws an elbow but Magrath slips to the side and avoids it well.
Magrath dodges the ground and pound from Talvela.
Talvela working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Talvela lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Magrath takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Talvela working the strikes but Magrath uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Magrath blocking the ground and pound attempt from Talvela.
Talvela is stalling here. Magrath is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Talvela seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Magrath has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Talvela tries to buck Magrath off but Magrath is having none of it.
Talvela is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Magrath is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Talvela is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Talvela sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Talvela moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Talvela working for submissions but it's allowed Magrath to get to half guard.
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!
Magrath works his foot free and advances to mount.
Magrath trying to control but Talvela is having none of it.
Talvela wants to control but Magrath is having none of it.#T3#
Talvela is looking to improve his position but Magrath isn't that keen on the idea.
Magrath manages to capitalize on a mistake by Talvela to take his back!
Talvela has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Talvela manages to reverse the position and now he's in Magrath's guard. Nice work there by Talvela.
Talvela in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Talvela throwing strikes but missing.
Talvela content to stall in guard here.
Magrath trying to keep a closed guard but Talvela is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Talvela looking to sit in guard and control but Magrath gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Magrath trying to control but Talvela is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Talvela has an active guard here but Magrath has managed to pass into half guard.
Talvela is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paavo Talvela dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A head kick from Magrath lands but Talvela takes it in his stride.
Talvela throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Talvela ducks down to avoid it.
As Magrath backs off Talvela throws a huge counter combo but Magrath manages to avoid it all.
Talvela misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Talvela checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Talvela tries to land a leg kick but Magrath saw it coming and moves away.
Magrath works Talvela's body with a nice hook.
Good shot there by Magrath.
Talvela slips a straight right by Magrath.
Talvela loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.
Talvela lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Talvela uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a body punch but Talvela moves out of range.
Magrath has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Talvela.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Talvela.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Talvela lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Magrath has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Magrath and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magrath looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice jab there from Magrath. #T1#
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Talvela.
Talvela misses with a looping right.
Magrath bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Talvela.
Magrath comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magrath misses with a hook. Talvela ducked under it nicely.
Talvela attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Talvela motions for Magrath to come forward. Talvela throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Talvela lands a head shot.
A jab from Talvela finds it's way through Magrath's defenses.
Magrath lands with a shot to the body.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Talvela scores with a shot to the body.
Magrath connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Talvela's hands.
Talvela looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Magrath is fending him off so far but Talvela persists. Nope, Magrath circles away and we're back to standing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath motions for Talvela to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Talvela uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Talvela checks the leg kick.
Talvela dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath lands with a nice body punch.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T2#
Talvela needs to keep his hands up - Magrath had a free shot at his head there.
Talvela takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Talvela takes a jab right on the kisser.
Talvela keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Talvela throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Magrath punishes Talvela's body with a nice straight punch.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick.
Talvela thuds his right hand into Magrath's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Talvela looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Talvela ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Talvela with the counter takedown but Magrath avoids it easily.
Talvela scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Talvela motions for Magrath to come forward. Talvela throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Talvela throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Talvela takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Talvela sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Talvela tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Talvela.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Talvela's legs. #T3#
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Talvela connects with a crisp jab.
Magrath slips a jab from Talvela.
Magrath takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Magrath throws a low kick but Talvela avoids it.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Talvela's shoulder, as Talvela tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Talvela sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath throws a jab when Talvela was well out of range.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Talvela.
Good standup being displayed there by Talvela as he connects with a hook.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Talvela has time to react.
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Talvela lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Talvela tries to bum rush Magrath with a series of wild strikes but Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Talvela is looking to slow Magrath down with leg kicks.
Talvela misses with a takedown attempt - Magrath sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Talvela moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T4#
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Talvela.
Talvela on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magrath blocks a low kick nicely.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Talvela connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magrath drops his hands momentarily and Talvela takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Talvela throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
A shot to the liver by Magrath. Beautiful body shot.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
The fighters circling - Talvela throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath takes one on the button.
Nice shot by Magrath.
Magrath lands with a cross. #TD2#
Magrath tries to sprawl but Talvela drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Magrath makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magrath.
Talvela throws a strike but Magrath rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#SUB2#
Talvela looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Magrath has picked Talvela up and slammed him! Talvela can't keep hold of the triangle and Magrath manages to pass to side control!
Talvela is looking for a sweep.
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 Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Talvela throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Talvela throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magrath.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Talvela moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Talvela misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Talvela is just out of range.
Talvela tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Talvela sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magrath blocks a low kick nicely.
Talvela is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
A leg kick checked by Talvela.
Magrath takes a swing at Talvela's ribcage but misses.
Magrath getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talvela bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Talvela connects with a body shot.
Magrath gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Talvela.
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Talvela ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Talvela takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Talvela moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Talvela.
Talvela slips under a jab.
Talvela swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Talvela staying out of range there.
Magrath moves into range and connects with a jab.
Talvela swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Talvela jabs at Magrath's body.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Talvela was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nice shot lands for Magrath.
Talvela attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A head kick misses from Talvela.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Talvela swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Talvela avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Talvela misses with a series of wild punches.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Talvela tests Magrath's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath misses with a low kick as Talvela jumps back.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Talvela avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Talvela buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Talvela throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath swings for the body but Talvela moves out of range.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Talvela ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Talvela.
Talvela fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Talvela's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Talvela walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Talvela scores with a leg kick.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Talvela sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Talvela is able to avoid easily.
Talvela misses with a looping left.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Talvela ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath misses with a looping right.#T3#
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Talvela connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice sprawl there from Magrath as Talvela shoots in.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Talvela.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Talvela fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Talvela attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Talvela connects with a looping right hand.
Talvela chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Talvela, as that shot connected.
Talvela misses the jab.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Talvela slips under a jab from Magrath.
Talvela throws a solid leg kick but Magrath takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Talvela.
Talvela lands a really nice looking cross but Magrath seems unphased.
Magrath lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Talvela moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Talvela appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Magrath throws out a powerful jab.
Talvela takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Talvela scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Talvela's front leg but catches the back leg as Talvela tries to avoid it.
Talvela fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Talvela ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Talvela slips the punch.
Talvela looks to land a right hand but Magrath moved out of range.
Magrath darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Talvela moved out of range nicely.
Nice defenses there by Talvela.
Talvela shoots in and drives through. Magrath sprawls well.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Talvela throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Talvela throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Talvela blocks a leg kick.
Talvela looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Talvela is just out of range.
Magrath checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magrath tried to score with a low kick but Talvela checks it.
Talvela looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Talvela should have avoided that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Magrath 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

A very excited looking Jaxon Magrath 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: C238: Marciano vs Man III     
Date:   Oct 08, 2023
#R1#
Vice throws a head kick that misses.
Vice shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Magrath pinned against the cage. Magrath gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Vice swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magrath.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Vice moved out of range.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Miami Vice has been cut.
Vice darts in looking for a takedown but Magrath gets double underhooks and turns Vice into the cage.
Magrath throws out a counter right but Vice avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath wants to break free but Vice has control.
Magrath gets underhooks to prevent Vice's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Miami Vice. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Magrath tries to circle away but Vice has him pinned against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Magrath's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Vice is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Magrath gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Vice jumps guard and drags Magrath to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Magrath controlling from the top position.
Vice is trying to keep Magrath in close. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vice is really struggling to control Magrath but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Vice looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Magrath passes into half guard.
Vice is looking to control Magrath's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vice avoid being mounted?
Vice trying to get back to full guard but Magrath takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Vice tries to hold on but Magrath postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vice is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Magrath is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T3#
Magrath controlling from the full mount.
Vice can't escape the position.
Vice tries to hold on but Magrath pushes him away.
Magrath content just to control the position here.
Vice working to try and regain half guard.
Magrath wants to take his opponent's back but Vice doesn't allow it.
Vice is in all sorts of trouble here.
Magrath content just to control the position here. #T4#
Magrath avoids the attempt from Vice to control.
Magrath tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Magrath avoids the attempt from Vice to control.
Vice is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Miami Vice's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magrath wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Vice goes for a takedown attempt but Magrath pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vice tries to score a power double leg takedown but Magrath sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vice somewhat.#T1#
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Magrath throws the left hand but Vice avoids the punch easily.
Miami Vice seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath throws the left hand but Vice avoids the punch easily.
Vice darts in looking for a takedown but Magrath gets double underhooks and turns Vice into the cage.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Miami Vice. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vice fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vice is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Vice slips a straight right by Magrath.
Vice fails with the takedown
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Magrath leaves Vice with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Vice slips a jab from Magrath.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vice looks to clinch
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vice avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vice shoots in looking for a takedown but Magrath manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Vice's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vice shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magrath as he jumps to the side.
Magrath appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath lands a jab to the head. #CUT2#Miami Vice's cut is getting worse.#T3#
Vice shoots in but no luck this time.
Magrath motions for Vice to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vice is trying hard to land a takedown here. Magrath sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Vice ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vice.
Vice has a takedown stuffed.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Magrath lands the left hand.
Magrath might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Vice drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Vice will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T4#
Vice looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Magrath is fending him off so far but Vice persists. Nope, Magrath circles away and we're back to standing.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Miami Vice is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Magrath will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Magrath throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vice shoots in for a takedown but Magrath shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Magrath jabs at Vice's body.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
The crowd cheers as Magrath lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vice doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body kick from Magrath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vice defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Vice tries to counter with a takedown but Magrath is quick to defend against it.
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Vice's front leg but catches the back leg as Vice tries to avoid it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vice.
It seemed like Magrath was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice sprawl there from Magrath as Vice shoots in.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Miami Vice's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vice is defended easily by Magrath.
Vice bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vice shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magrath as he jumps to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vice or perhaps it was just good defense by Magrath, which made it look bad.
Magrath doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Miami Vice. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vice closes this distance looking for a takedown but Magrath circles away.
Magrath thinks about the counter body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Vice fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Magrath, pushing him back against the cage.
Vice wants a takedown. #T1##BC2#
Magrath escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vice fails with a takedown attempt.
Vice dives in for a single leg takedown but Magrath sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vice is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vice has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Magrath after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch. #T2#
Vice goes for a double leg but Magrath avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Magrath continues to drive forward.
Vice tries to score a body lock takedown but Magrath shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vice is trying to drag Magrath to the mat but Magrath just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Vice pulls guard effortlessly. #T3#
Vice is trying to keep Magrath in close. #SUB#
Vice throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Magrath escapes and throws Vice's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB2#
Magrath is trying to get an arm triangle but Vice is defending well.
Magrath advances nicely into full mount.
Vice looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Magrath is hanging on to Vice's back as he tries to escape.
Magrath avoiding Vice 's attempts to control his hands. #T4#
Vice tries to roll but Magrath sticks to his back.
Magrath keeps control of the position easily here as Vice tries to buck him off.
Magrath's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Vice can't escape the position.
Magrath slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vice tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!

And that's the end of the fight!
Jaxon Magrath comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Magrath 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 26:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 26:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: C231: Haggar vs Mumu     
Date:   Sep 17, 2023
#R1#
Magrath feints and then cracks McWrestler's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McWrestler down.
McWrestler swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magrath.
McWrestler connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magrath throws a jab when McWrestler was well out of range.
McWrestler drops down looking for a counter takedown but Magrath sprawls and moves away.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
McWrestler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McWrestler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
McWrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath tries to land a leg kick but McWrestler saw it coming and moves away.
McWrestler takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Magrath gets tackled into the cage by McWrestler. McWrestler maintains the clinch. #TD#
McWrestler wants the takedown. Magrath is fighting it off but McWrestler persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Magrath's guard against the cage.
We've been hearing that McWrestler has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
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!
Magrath working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McWrestler.
McWrestler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McWrestler is chipping away with strikes. #T1#
Magrath dodges the ground and pound from McWrestler.
Magrath tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McWrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Magrath wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
McWrestler controlling the position from side mount.
McWrestler trying to control the action but Magrath is working from the bottom.
McWrestler working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Magrath is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McWrestler throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McWrestler looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Magrath is avoiding damage well.
McWrestler postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
McWrestler controls the position from side control.
McWrestler lands a nice forearm strike.
McWrestler is staying tight to Magrath's torso, preventing him from escaping.
McWrestler trying to control the position but Magrath is working away. #T3#
McWrestler tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Magrath is not content to let McWrestler control the position.
The ground and pound from McWrestler seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
McWrestler wants to control but Magrath is keeping him busy.
McWrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Magrath is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
McWrestler working the body and head with strikes.
McWrestler working the body and head with strikes.
McWrestler postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T4#
Magrath is not content to let McWrestler control the position.
McWrestler lands an elbow.
Magrath taking punishment in the form of punches.
Magrath wants to get back to his feet but McWrestler drags him back down.
Magrath takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Magrath is not content to let McWrestler control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McWrestler controlling from side mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dude McWrestler dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and McWrestler counters with a right hand to the body.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for McWrestler.
Magrath takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McWrestler manages to avoid it.
McWrestler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
McWrestler ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McWrestler throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
McWrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
McWrestler gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Magrath.
A jab from Magrath misses. #T1#
McWrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Magrath sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Magrath blocks an uppercut.
McWrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magrath can do to turn this around?
McWrestler pressing his opponent against the cage.
McWrestler is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
McWrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath tries to circle away but McWrestler has him pinned against the cage.
McWrestler tries to score a body lock takedown but Magrath shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Magrath tries to break free but McWrestler pushes him back against the cage.
Magrath blocks an uppercut. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McWrestler stalling the fight.
McWrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McWrestler taking a breather.
McWrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from McWrestler.
McWrestler displaying some good clinch control by pressing Magrath up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from McWrestler fails to land.
McWrestler stalling against the cage.
McWrestler stalls. #T3#
Magrath wants to break free but McWrestler has control.
Magrath working hard to break the clinch.
McWrestler taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Dude McWrestler.
McWrestler throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Magrath feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McWrestlers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magrath connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McWrestler's hands.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McWrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
McWrestler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magrath connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McWrestler scrambles back to his feet.
McWrestler misses with a two punch combination. #T4#
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and McWrestler counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McWrestler on the side of the head.
McWrestler moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath slips a straight right by McWrestler.
McWrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McWrestler feinted with a counter takedown.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McWrestler.
McWrestler misses with a looping left.
McWrestler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McWrestler.
McWrestler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A jab from Magrath does it's job there.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
McWrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
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 Dude McWrestler will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Magrath scores with a punch to the head.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magrath missing with a left hand there. McWrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McWrestler slips a straight right by Magrath.
McWrestler throwing a counter right hand but Magrath manages to avoid it.
McWrestler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McWrestler.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and McWrestler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McWrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McWrestler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McWrestler.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. McWrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
McWrestler lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McWrestler misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.#T1#
McWrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and McWrestler counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
McWrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McWrestler trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom.
Magrath can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McWrestler controls the pace.#T2#
McWrestler distracts Magrath with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McWrestler wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving.
Magrath working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McWrestler.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
McWrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Magrath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McWrestler throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Magrath was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McWrestler.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and McWrestler counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Magrath missing with a left hand there. McWrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McWrestler drops down looking for a counter takedown but Magrath sprawls and moves away.
Magrath takes a swing at McWrestler's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and McWrestler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McWrestlers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magrath keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McWrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Magrath motions for McWrestler to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McWrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McWrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
McWrestler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.#T4#
Magrath misses with a left hand
and McWrestler counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McWrestler.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but McWrestler is out of range.
The fighters circling - McWrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Magrath connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and McWrestler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Magrath thinking.
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!
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McWrestler slips a jab from Magrath.
Magrath shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McWrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Magrath as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dude McWrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dude McWrestler.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McWrestler, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Dude McWrestler!

A very excited looking Dude McWrestler 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: C227: Dracul vs Gage     
Date:   Sep 03, 2023
#R1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McWrestler checks a leg kick.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
McWrestler needs to keep his hands up - Magrath had a free shot at his head there.
Magrath walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McWrestler.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath wants to slow McWrestler down by chopping away at his legs.
McWrestler stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McWrestler lands a nice shot that snaps Magrath's head back.
McWrestler lands a really nice looking cross but Magrath seems unphased.
McWrestler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice defenses there by McWrestler.
It looked like McWrestler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McWrestler.
Magrath lands with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McWrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
McWrestler misses with a straight left. #T1#
McWrestler looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser.
McWrestler looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath defending well as McWrestler loads up on a big left hand.
McWrestler tries to clinch but Magrath is having none of it.
Magrath has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
McWrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Magrath's guard.
McWrestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
McWrestler throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
McWrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McWrestler trying to move into half guard but instead Magrath has managed to sweep!#REVB#
McWrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McWrestler has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magrath preventing the sweep.
McWrestler is working hard here to advance position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McWrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Magrath is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
McWrestler is pulling down on Magrath's head. It's preventing any offense from Magrath, at least for the moment.
McWrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Magrath is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A big right from McWrestler misses.
Magrath throws out a counter right but McWrestler avoids it with no problem.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McWrestler.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Magrath throws a hook but McWrestler blocks it.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
enabling McWrestler to counter with a crisp jab.
McWrestler is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
McWrestler thows a left - swing and a miss!
McWrestler backing away here, and Magrath unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
McWrestler looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McWrestler checks the leg kick.
McWrestler misses with an uppercut.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magrath's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McWrestler connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magrath scrambles back to his feet.
McWrestler lands a nice looking body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Magrath there.
McWrestler loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from McWrestler.
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McWrestler looks for a takedown but Magrath sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Dude McWrestler will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McWrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
McWrestler misses with an uppercut.
Magrath throws a leg kick but McWrestler checks it.
Magrath has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McWrestler finds it's way round the side to connect with Magrath's head.
McWrestler throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Dude McWrestler is winning the standup battle so far.
A big left from McWrestler misses.
McWrestler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath tries to score with a low kick but McWrestler moves his leg out of the way.
McWrestler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McWrestler misses with a looping right.
McWrestler slips a straight right by Magrath.
McWrestler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McWrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Magrath comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
A jab from McWrestler misses.
McWrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that McWrestler was not able to check.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser.
A slow jab from McWrestler misses its intended target.
McWrestler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
McWrestler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
McWrestler misses with a looping left.
McWrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Magrath throws a hook but McWrestler blocks it.
Magrath scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath moves forwards but McWrestler connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
Magrath lands a glancing blow to the side of McWrestler's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McWrestler. That did some damage!
McWrestler is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McWrestler with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McWrestler staying out of range there.
McWrestler slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for McWrestler's leg but McWrestler calmly moves out of range.
A slow jab from McWrestler misses its intended target.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magrath fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McWrestler keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD#
and McWrestler counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McWrestler throws a big elbow that misses.
McWrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard.
Magrath can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McWrestler controls the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Magrath pulls McWrestler in close to prevent any damage.
McWrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Magrath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McWrestler throwing strikes from guard but Magrath blocks nicely.
McWrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Magrath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd cheers as McWrestler lands an impressive looking overhand right. Magrath doesn't seem phased though.
Magrath throws a low kick but McWrestler moves out of range easily. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McWrestler misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big left from Magrath misses.
McWrestler keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McWrestler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McWrestler misses with a jab to the body
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Magrath connects with a body shot.
A low kick from Magrath misses
enabling McWrestler to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Magrath scores with a hook to the body. McWrestler takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McWrestler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McWrestler thuds a left hand into Magrath's body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McWrestler.
Magrath lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser.
McWrestler lands with a straight right. Magrath didn't see that one coming.
McWrestler scores with a hook.
McWrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
McWrestler throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McWrestler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McWrestler checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McWrestler lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magrath misses with a leg kick #TD#
and McWrestler counters with a single leg into guard. Magrath didn't expect that.

Magrath pushes McWrestler off and scrambles back to his feet. #T1#
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McWrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McWrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but McWrestler moved out of range.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
McWrestler misses with a left hand
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath throws a jab when McWrestler was well out of range.
McWrestler is looking to counter punch.
McWrestler darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McWrestler staying out of range there.
McWrestler throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath tries a quick counter leg kick but McWrestler is wise to it.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
McWrestler throwing a counter right hand but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McWrestler walks into a left hand.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but McWrestler slips the punch.#T2#
McWrestler darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McWrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath counters with a body kick.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from McWrestler.
McWrestler misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
McWrestler throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
McWrestler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath moves away from the strike by McWrestler.
McWrestler blocks a jab.
Magrath attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McWrestler misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McWrestler counters with a nice uppercut.
A left lands for McWrestler.#T3#
McWrestler lands a jab to the nose.
McWrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from McWrestler.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McWrestler.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
McWrestler scores with a jab.
McWrestler throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
McWrestler keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A lazy left from McWrestler finds it's target.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
McWrestler with a hook.#T4#
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
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!
McWrestler moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and McWrestler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath thows a leg kick but McWrestler checks it
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McWrestler.
McWrestler misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from McWrestler misses its intended target.
Magrath feints a counter leg kick.
McWrestler misses with a looping left.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McWrestler scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McWrestler scores with a shot to the body.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dude McWrestler.
Well McWrestler 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: C223: Haggar vs Kersikov II     
Date:   Aug 20, 2023
#R1#
Marciano scores with a nice body kick.
Good work by Magrath as he checks the leg kick.
Magrath appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Marciano misses with the body kick
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marciano tries to land a body kick
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Marciano ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a hook. Marciano ducked under it nicely.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Marciano saw that one coming.
Magrath steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Marciano. That one must have hurt.
Marciano misses with a low kick.
Marciano throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marciano scores with a decent looking hook.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marciano is looking to slow Magrath down with leg kicks.
Magrath slips under a jab from Marciano.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Marciano looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Marciano.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Marciano connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Some bone on bone action there as Marciano checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Magrath scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marciano doesn't seem bothered though.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Magrath checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marciano is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Marciano has time to react.
Marciano throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marciano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marciano steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Marciano throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Marciano walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magrath checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Marciano counters with an outside leg kick.
Marciano ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Nice uppercut there from Marciano.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Marciano is just out of range.
Marciano feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Marciano swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marciano is looking to slow Magrath down with leg kicks.
Marciano throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marciano throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Marciano uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marciano lands with an overhand left.
Marciano slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Marciano throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a slapping leg kick.
Marciano lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Decent striking displayed by Marciano there.
Marciano uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Marciano moves out of range of the leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Marciano tries to land a front kick but Magrath steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A shot to the liver by Magrath. Beautiful body shot.
Magrath connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marciano momentarily.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Marciano lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magrath's sensitive parts.
Marciano with a jab.#T3#
Marciano slips under a jab.
Marciano loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.
Marciano throws a leg kick
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Marciano fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Marciano takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing.
Marciano displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Marciano misses the target.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marciano throws out the jab.
Marciano lands a jab to the head.
Marciano misses with a body shot.
Marciano throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Marciano looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Marciano missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marciano with a nice calf kick.#T4#
Magrath slips a jab from Marciano.
Marciano throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marciano manages to avoid it.
Marciano looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Magrath lands a glancing blow to the side of Marciano's head.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Marciano uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath lands a really nice looking cross but Marciano seems unphased.
Marciano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Marciano misses with an uppercut.
Marciano misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marciano is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Marciano checks a low kick from Magrath.
Marciano staying out of range there.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Magrath misses with a hook. Marciano ducked under it nicely.
Magrath throws a hook but Marciano avoids it easily.
Marciano misses with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick.
Marciano explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Marciano is just out of range.
Marciano has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marciano was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Marciano misses with a looping right.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Marciano.
Marciano lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Marciano swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marciano throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a body punch but Marciano moves out of range.
Marciano throws a half hearted mid kick.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Marciano moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Marciano misses.
Marciano connects with a single shot there.
Marciano uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.#T1#
Marciano throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marciano throws a front kick that sends Magrath stumbling back into the cage.
Marciano misses with a straight right.
Marciano throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Marciano checks a leg kick nicely.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marciano darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magrath checks a leg kick nicely.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marciano misses with an attempted mid kick.
Marciano thuds his shin into the meat of Magrath's side.
Mikey Marciano is winning the standup battle so far.
Magrath lands with a hook. Marciano tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magrath needs to keep his hands up - Marciano had a free shot at his head there.
Marciano lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Magrath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marciano fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Marciano jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Marciano lets loose with a powerful body kick. Magrath will feel that in the morning.
Marciano scores with a leg kick.
Jab by Magrath.
Marciano swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magrath has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Marciano.
Marciano throws a leg kick that misses.
Marciano misses with a hook
and Marciano takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Marciano throws out a leg kick but Magrath moves out of range and Marciano only half commits.
Marciano feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Magraths jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Marciano scores with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Marciano's head but Marciano sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Marciano uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marciano misses with a kick to the body.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Marciano connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magrath scrambles back to his feet.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Marciano counters with a nice kick to the body. #T3#
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Marciano throws a lazy body kick
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Marciano throws a half hearted mid kick.
It seemed like Magrath was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Marciano misses with a kick to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Marciano throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Marciano moved out of range.
Marciano lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marciano.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Marciano throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marciano checks a leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Magrath misses.
Marciano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Marciano looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T4#
Magrath checks a leg kick nicely.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Marciano moved out of range.
Marciano defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Marciano looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
An inside leg kick from Marciano misses.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marciano manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath needs to keep his hands up - Marciano had a free shot at his head there.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marciano.
Magrath on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Marciano throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
Marciano is looking to chop away at Magrath's legs.
Marciano throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marciano is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
A jab from Marciano does it's job there.
Magrath tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marciano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mikey Marciano 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Marciano checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Marciano checks it well.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marciano.
Magrath chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marciano can pounce on him.
A jab from Marciano misses.
Marciano throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Marciano.
Marciano misses with an uppercut
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Marciano steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Marciano misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Marciano stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Marciano.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marciano looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Marciano chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marciano uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Marciano connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Marciano displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Marciano finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Magrath slips a straight right by Marciano.
Magrath scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Marciano ducks down to avoid it.
Marciano was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Some bone on bone action there as Marciano checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a jab when Marciano was well out of range.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marciano manages to avoid it.
Marciano ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Marciano lets loose with a powerful body kick. Magrath will feel that in the morning.
Marciano lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magrath's sensitive parts.
Good shot there by Marciano.
Marciano throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magrath.
Marciano backing away here, and Magrath unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Marciano blocks a jab.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Marciano looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Marciano throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Marciano throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marciano connects with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath throws a hook but Marciano blocks it.
Marciano connects with a single shot there.
Marciano thows a leg kick but Magrath checks it
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Marciano bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath moves out of range as Marciano throws a body kick.
A lazy body kick from Marciano
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Marciano misses the target.
Jab by Magrath.
Magrath throws a hook but Marciano blocks it.
Marciano attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Magrath throws a front kick aimed at Marciano's knee but Marciano avoids it well. #T3#
Marciano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Marciano walks into a straight right hand from Magrath.
An inside leg kick lands from Marciano.
Marciano throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Marciano misses with an uppercut
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Marciano.
Marciano throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magrath tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magrath throws a hook but Marciano avoids it easily.
Magrath throws a hook but Marciano blocks it.
Marciano is looking to counter with a body kick.
Marciano throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magrath counters with a leg kick.
Marciano misses with a looping right.
Marciano misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It looked like Marciano wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marciano avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Marciano moves away from the strike by Magrath. #T4#
Marciano ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Marciano misses with a straight right.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Marciano moved out of range nicely.
Marciano checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marciano wants to slow Magrath down by chopping away at his legs.
Marciano is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Marciano misses with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marciano is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Marciano looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marciano tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Magrath feints a counter leg kick.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Marciano is just out of range.
Marciano looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Marciano blocks a leg kick.
Magrath has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marciano.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Marciano is just out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mikey Marciano.
Well Marciano 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Mikey Marciano!

Mikey Marciano thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: DMMA 215 Magrath vs Don 3     
Date:   Jul 22, 2023
#R1#
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from About Don.
About Don fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. About Don saw that one coming.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice defenses there by About Don.
Magrath stuffs the takedown.
About Don ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
About Don throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
About Don loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.
Magrath sizes up About Don with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
About Don misses the shot to the body.
Magrath paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but About Don manages to avoid it.
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD2#
and About Don counters with a shoot takedown. Magrath fights it but they end up in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES#
Magrath has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes About Don off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
About Don ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
About Don throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
About Don throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath feints and then cracks About Don's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow About Don down.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magrath throws a jab when About Don was well out of range.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and About Don counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Magrath manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as About Don accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
About Don postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
About Don wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving.
Magrath wants to sweep but no luck.
About Don postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Magrath looking for a sweep. Not yet Magrath, not yet. #T2#
Magrath is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magrath can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as About Don controls the pace.
About Don throwing strikes from guard but Magrath blocks nicely.
Magrath working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from About Don.
Magrath is pulling down on About Don's head to control his posture.
About Don throws a strike but Magrath rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
About Don looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB2#
About Don throws his legs up looking for a submission but Magrath uses it to pass to side control.
About Don is trying to control Magrath's posture but Magrath avoids it.
About Don looking for a sweep but Magrath has passed into full mount! Oh no!
About Don felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Magrath manages to capitalize on a mistake by About Don to take his back!
Magrath is hanging on to About Don's back as he tries to escape.
Magrath is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T4#
Magrath continues to stall.
Magrath keeps control of the position as About Don tries to break free.
About Don trying to control the hands but Magrath won't let him.
About Don tries to escape but Magrath has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
About Don misses with a looping right.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as About Don throws out the jab.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
About Don misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. About Don does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but About Don ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw.
Magrath finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but About Don ducks down to avoid it.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
About Don uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of About Don's head but About Don sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
About Don fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
About Don scores with a shot to the body.
About Don misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
About Don shoots in for a double leg but Magrath sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Magrath throws a low kick but About Don moves out of range easily.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as About Don throws out the jab.
Magrath slips under a jab.
About Don throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath half committed to a counter leg kick.
About Don throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from About Don misses the target.
Magrath with a nice cross.
About Don walks into a jab.
Magrath defending well as About Don loads up on a big left hand.
About Don misses the shot to the body.
About Don throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
About Don slips a straight right by Magrath.
Magrath drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
Magrath walks into a jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a hook. About Don ducked under it nicely.
About Don ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
About Don walks into a left hand.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that About Don can do to turn this around?
About Don connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magrath scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. About Don doesn't seem bothered though.
About Don ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magrath clobbers About Don with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Magrath lands an overhand right.
Magrath is looking to chop away at About Don's legs.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
About Don swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
About Don moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Despite the aggression on About Don's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
About Don scores with a sloppy right hand. Magrath should have avoided that one. #T3#
Nice shot by About Don.
About Don clobbers Magrath with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
About Don misses with a straight left.
About Don looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
A jab from Magrath misses.
And About Don tries to counter it with a takedown but Magrath pushes his down on his head and steps out.
About Don throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
About Don uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Magrath cracks a nice hook into About Don's ribs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A big right from About Don misses.
About Don takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
About Don bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magrath's head backwards.
About Don looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by About Don.
Magrath appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
About Don pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
About Don throws a right hand that Magrath ducks under and follows up with a left that Magrath also avoids with ease.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser.
A jab from Magrath misses.
About Don smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Magrath cracks About Don with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A jab from Magrath does it's job there.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from About Don misses.
Nice defenses there by About Don.
And About Don tries to counter it with a takedown but Magrath pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A slow jab from About Don misses its intended target.
About Don checks a leg kick.
About Don misses with a looping right.
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 Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magrath slips under a jab from About Don.
About Don works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jab, jab by About Don - just one landing.
About Don throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses About Don's sensitive parts.
Magrath takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Magrath pivots, looking for a leg kick but About Don is out of range and Magrath settles back down.
About Don throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
About Don keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a sloppy body shot
and About Don counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
About Don lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
About Don misses with an uppercut.
About Don with a jab.#T1#
About Don misses with a looping left.
About Don waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath throws a low kick but About Don avoids it.
About Don dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and About Don counters with a nice uppercut.
About Don uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
About Don uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Magrath defending well as About Don loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
About Don throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
About Don listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract About Don.
About Don slips a jab from Magrath.
About Don throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
Magrath connects with the punch.#T2#
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
About Don tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from About Don.
About Don on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as About Don throws out the jab.
A jab from Magrath finds it's way through About Don's defenses.
About Don fails with a takedown attempt.
About Don fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
About Don moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Get Wet About Don has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
About Don cracks Magrath with a good jab.
About Don shoots in and drives through. Magrath sprawls well.#T3#
Magrath walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
About Don throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath scores with a nice strike.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from About Don.
About Don takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice sprawl there from Magrath as About Don shoots in.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Get Wet About Don.
About Don looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from About Don.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but About Don was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
About Don throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
About Don misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Magrath lands a right hook to the body.
About Don's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but About Don moves away.
About Don ducks right into an uppercut from Magrath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath lands a jab to About Don's midsection.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by About Don.
About Don looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
About Don misses with a wild body shot.
About Don swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
About Don takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
About Don throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
A jab from Magrath misses.
About Don throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
About Don throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
Well Magrath 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

A very excited looking Jaxon Magrath 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: DMMA 208 Don vs Magrath 2     
Date:   Jun 28, 2023
#R1#
Magrath missing with a left hand there. About Don was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
About Don looks for a takedown but Magrath sprawls well.#TD#
About Don shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Magrath is trying to defend but About Don finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Magrath wants to improve his position but About Don is controlling well.
Magrath is not content to let About Don control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
About Don is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magrath is just riding it out for now. About Don eventually gives up the hold.
Magrath trying to control but About Don postures up. #T1#
About Don is figuring out what he wants to do next.
About Don thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Magrath keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Magrath is refusing to be controlled, as About Don sits in half guard. #SUB#
About Don is trying to work for a kimura but Magrath is defending well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
About Don is trying to control. Magrath wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Magrath avoiding damage under a succession of punches from About Don.
About Don throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
About Don wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magrath keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
About Don fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
About Don stuns Magrath with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
About Don tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from About Don.
Magrath appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T3#
Magrath thumps About Don with a low kick.
About Don looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
About Don throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
About Don takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath connects with a body shot that sends About Don's belly button to the back.
Magrath listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt About Don.
About Don listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
About Don throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Magrath's waist but Magrath gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing About Don off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Get Wet About Don. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Magrath throws a leg kick but About Don sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magrath lands a jab.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
About Don gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind About Don 's knee.
About Don looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath avoids the body shot from About Don.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from About Don.
Magrath stuffs the takedown.
Magrath takes a swing at About Don's ribcage but misses.
About Don checks the leg kick.
About Don 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
About Don on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
About Don darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
About Don misses with a jab to the body
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
About Don scores with the left hand. Magrath knows he should have avoided that one.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
About Don fails with a takedown attempt.
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD#
and About Don counters with a takedown into side control.
Magrath is trying to improve his position.
Magrath gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
About Don lands with a punch from half guard.
About Don is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
About Don swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Magrath is now in About Don's guard. A big mistake from About Don there, giving up the dominant position! #T1#
About Don is pulling down on Magrath's head. It's preventing any offense from Magrath, at least for the moment.#SUB#
About Don looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Magrath passes into half guard.
About Don trying to get back to full guard but Magrath takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Magrath prevents About Don from getting the reversal.
Magrath controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
About Don is in all sorts of trouble here.
Magrath controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
About Don working to try and regain half guard.
Magrath fails to take his opponent's back.
About Don tries to improve his position but instead Magrath has taken his back!
Magrath struggling to keep hold of the position.
About Don just trying to survive but Magrath is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
About Don tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magrath is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
About Don rolls, trying to escape but Magrath keeps control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
About Don is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling About Don to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath scores with a jab to the head.
About Don moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
About Don takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
About Don ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Magrath tries a low kick but About Don avoids it.
About Don uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
It looked like About Don was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Magrath.
About Don checks a low kick from Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. About Don saw that one coming.
About Don throws a body shot but no joy.
About Don misses with a telegraphed body shot
and About Don takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
About Don missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD#
About Don gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
About Don is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Magrath to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Get Wet About Don overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
About Don landing some decent shots from guard.
Magrath tries to land a sweep but no joy.
About Don in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
About Don trying to control the position from guard on top but Magrath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
About Don controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
About Don stands up over Magrath, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
About Don trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom.
About Don throws a big elbow that misses.
Get Wet About Don has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
About Don trying to control the position from guard on top but Magrath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
About Don is looking to work some ground and pound but Magrath has wrist control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
About Don trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
About Don closes the distance and clinches up with Magrath, looking for a takedown. About Don pushes Magrath against the cage but Magrath circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
About Don shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magrath as he jumps to the side.
Magrath takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath lands a body shot.
About Don looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Magrath is fending him off so far but About Don persists. Nope, Magrath circles away and we're back to standing.
Magrath throws out a counter right but About Don avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Get Wet About Don. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
letting About Don counter with a right hand. #T4#
About Don has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath moves away from the strike by About Don.
About Don ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
About Don throws a predictable looking body shot
and Magrath counters with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. About Don moves away and avoids it.
About Don misses with a body shot.
About Don misses with a shot to the body
letting Magrath counter with a 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!
About Don blocks a low kick nicely.
Magrath scores with a punch to the head.
About Don scores with a jab. Magrath acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
About Don misses with a body shot.
About Don is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
About Don throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Get Wet About Don.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: DMMA 202 Gora vs Kalske     
Date:   Jun 10, 2023
#R1#
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Gracie misses with a looping left.
Gracie motions for Magrath to come forward. Gracie throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Gracie counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Magrath scores with a body shot.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gracie misses with a hook to the body
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that Gracie was not able to check.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Gracie swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Gracie slips under a jab from Magrath.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Gracie throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Magrath slips a straight right by Gracie.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Gracie connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Gracie tries a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath slips a straight right by Gracie.
Gracie swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gracie with a nice cross.
Anderson Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Gracie misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Gracie takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gracie throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Magrath is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gracie slips a straight right by Magrath.
Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T2#
Gracie misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Gracie misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A clash of legs there as Gracie blocks the low kick.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Gracie's legs.
Magrath throws a hook but Gracie avoids it easily.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Gracie throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Magrath punishes Gracie's body with a nice straight punch.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
Gracie rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Magrath throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Magrath misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Gracie has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Magrath.
Gracie is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Gracie misses with a body kick.
Magrath slips a straight right by Gracie.
Gracie slips under a jab.
Gracie takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gracie throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Gracie with a nice cross.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Gracie throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that Gracie was not able to check.
Gracie throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Gracie 's knee.
Magrath throws a body punch but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.#T4#
Gracie doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice leg kick from Gracie, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gracie misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Magrath lands a nice looking body shot.
Gracie lunges at Magrath with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magrath's hand.
Gracie misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Gracie was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gracie staying out of range there.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Gracie takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Gracie checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gracie swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Magrath on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gracie swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Gracie's legs.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Gracie staying out of range there.
Magrath scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gracie lands the left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gracie was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gracie looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Gracie slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Gracie throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.#T1#
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gracie throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Gracie might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Gracie counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gracie feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Gracie looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Gracie keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gracie misses with a straight left. #T2#
Gracie throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Gracie's knee momentarily.
Gracie misses with a left hand
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Gracie 's knee.
Gracie swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a leg kick.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
It looked like Gracie was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Magrath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Gracie saw that one coming.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Gracie thinks about countering with a head kick.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie staying out of range there.
Magrath takes one to the side of the head.
Magrath takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gracie misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Magrath counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gracie cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gracie misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Magrath fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Gracie.
An inside leg kick from Gracie misses.
Gracie looks to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Gracie moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath wants to land a leg kick but Gracie is out of range.
Gracie lands with a straight right. Magrath didn't see that one coming.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gracie throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
Gracie misses with a hook.
Gracie takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Gracie misses with a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Gracie defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gracie tests Magrath's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Magrath misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Gracie checks a low kick from Magrath.
Gracie connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gracie lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Magrath misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Magrath wants to slow Gracie down by chopping away at his legs.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gracie throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Gracie's knee momentarily.
Magrath throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Gracie scores with a jab to the head.
Magrath takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A big left from Gracie misses.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gracie.
Gracie bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gracie has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gracie misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gracie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gracie throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath lands a slapping body shot.
Gracie slips under a jab from Magrath.
It looked like Gracie was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Magrath.
Gracie throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magrath takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gracie misses with an uppercut.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Gracie connects with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Magrath tries to score with a low kick but Gracie moves his leg out of the way.
A shot to the liver by Magrath. Beautiful body shot.
Gracie misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gracie blocks a low kick nicely.
Anderson Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A shot to the body from Gracie misses
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Gracie's knee momentarily.
Gracie lands with a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath misses the jab.
Magrath attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gracie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gracie misses with a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a body kick.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Gracie swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
Gracie blocks the body kick.
Gracie checks a low kick from Magrath.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.
Gracie misses the body punch
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
Magrath takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
Magrath throws a chopping leg kick but Gracie manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Gracie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Gracie was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gracie thows a leg kick but Magrath checks it
and Magrath counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Gracie cracks Magrath with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gracie checks a leg kick.
Gracie scores with a leg kick.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gracie if he has to take too many more of those.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magrath checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath jabs at Gracie's body.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.#T4#
Gracie misses with a kick to the body.
Gracie lunges at Magrath with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magrath's hand.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Gracie throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath misses the jab.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Gracie throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Magrath throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Gracie moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath lands a jab to Gracie's midsection.
Gracie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jaxon Magrath.
Well Magrath 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: DMMA 193 Otori vs Kersikov     
Date:   May 14, 2023
#R1#
Lacplesis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lacplesis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Magrath has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Magrath and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magrath looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lacplesis to score with a decent uppercut.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Lacplesis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Lacplesis misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lacplesis 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.
Lacplesis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Lacplesis looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL#
Magrath drives through and clinches with Lacplesis against the cage.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Lacplesis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Magrath.
Lacplesis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magrath tries to throw a body punch but Lacplesis avoids it by throwing Magrath back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lacplesis misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Lacplesis lands with a left to the head.
Lacplesis cracks Magrath with a nice body shot.
Lacplesis taking a breather.
A short right from Magrath on the inside.
Magrath lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lacplesis backwards.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lacplesis just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magrath's brow.
Magrath tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Magrath lands a hook to the side of the head.
Come on Lacplesis - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magrath.
Magrath working aggressively here.
Magrath dodges an elbow strike from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis misses with a body punch.
Magrath throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lacplesiss head.
Lacplesis pushes Magrath back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath takes an elbow to the temple.
Magrath avoids a wild elbow strike from Lacplesis.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Lacplesis.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lacplesis.
Still in the clinch, Magrath scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magrath doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magrath presses Lacplesis against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lacplesis tries a body shot but Magrath blocks it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A short left from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis prevents a body shot from Magrath.
Lacplesis tries to work over Magrath's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magrath throws a head punch that misses.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lacplesis tries to throw a body punch but Magrath avoids it by throwing Lacplesis back against the cage.
Magrath misses with a body punch.
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath digs a right hand underneath Lacplesis's ribcage. Lacplesis let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lacplesis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magrath blocks an elbow strike from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis throws an elbow but it misses.
Lacplesis tries to throw a body punch but Magrath avoids it by throwing Lacplesis back against the cage.
Magrath misses with some punches.
Lacplesis blocking some punches.
Lacplesis lands an elbow that stopped Magrath in his tracks for a moment.
Lacplesis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lacplesis stalling the fight.
Lacplesis throws a head punch that misses.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lacplesis pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4#
Magrath lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lacplesis backwards.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lacplesis's elbow.
Come on Lacplesis - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lacplesis.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lacplesis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath lands a nice uppercut.
Lacplesis slowing the pace effectively.
Lacplesis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magrath's elbow.
Lacplesis pushes off an throws an elbow but Magrath leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Magrath lands a right hand.
Lacplesis tries to work over Magrath's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lacplesis just misses with a punch to the body.
Humors Lacplesis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lacplesis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Magrath takes a swing at Lacplesis's ribcage but misses.
Lacplesis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lacplesis.
Magrath scores with a punch to the head.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Lacplesis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lacplesis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magrath works Lacplesis's body with a nice hook.
Magrath stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis lands a right hook to the body.
Magrath jabs Lacplesis right on the nose. Lacplesis blinks but takes it well.
Lacplesis misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lacplesis can do to turn this around?
Lacplesis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lacplesis tries to clinch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Lacplesis is out of range.
Lacplesis misses with a low kick. #T1#
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Lacplesis is just out of range.
Lacplesis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lacplesis there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lacplesis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Lacplesis throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath blocks a jab.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Lacplesis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Magrath - that landed with a thud.
Lacplesis lands a left hand.
Magrath throws a punch but it's blocked by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis blocks an uppercut.
Lacplesis throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath lands an uppercut.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
With the fighters up against the cage, Lacplesis throws an elbow but misses.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Magrath misses with some punches.
Lacplesis blocking some punches.
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lacplesis's elbow.
Lacplesis pushes off an throws an elbow but Magrath leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Magrath misses with a body punch.
Magrath misses with a body punch.
Lacplesis tries to throw a body punch but Magrath avoids it by throwing Lacplesis back against the cage.
Lacplesis struggles to land a body shot inside as Magrath controls his hands.
Lacplesis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lacplesis struggles to land a body shot inside as Magrath controls his hands.
Lacplesis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lacplesis pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T3#
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Lacplesis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lacplesis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jaxon Magrath has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lacplesis blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Lacplesis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
Lacplesis tries to stall but Magrath uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lacplesis struggles to land a body shot inside as Magrath controls his hands.
Magrath misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magrath prevents a body shot from Lacplesis.
Magrath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Magrath scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lacplesis blocking some punches.
Magrath lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lacplesis or not.
Lacplesis blocking some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lacplesis just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magrath's brow. #T4#
Magrath tries to work over Lacplesis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magrath makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magrath throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Lacplesis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lacplesis blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Magrath blocks a body shot from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis can't find room to land a body shot as Magrath controls the action.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Lacplesis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Lacplesis tries to work over Magrath's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Lacplesis takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Magrath misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lacplesis throws an elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Magrath scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lacplesis looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lacplesis is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Magrath rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
Magrath has managed to clinch.
Magrath goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Lacplesis.
Lacplesis throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A body shot lands from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis prevents a body shot from Magrath.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Lacplesis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lacplesis blocking some punches.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath tries to work over Lacplesis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lacplesis blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Magrath lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lacplesis blocks an uppercut.
Magrath lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Magrath avoids the elbow strike from Lacplesis, against the cage.
Magrath lands a shot to the body.
Magrath can't find room to land a body shot as Lacplesis controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for Magrath.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Lacplesis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magrath scores with a shot to the side of Lacplesis's head.
Lacplesis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magrath blocks a body shot from Lacplesis.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magrath as Lacplesis tries to tie him up.
Magrath lands with a left to the head.
Lacplesis misses with a body punch.
Lacplesis presses Magrath against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lacplesis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
A short body shot lands from Magrath as the two fighters clinch.
Humors Lacplesis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Lacplesis blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Magrath misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lacplesis blocks an uppercut.
Magrath lands a body punch.
Magrath misses with a punch to the body.
Lacplesis pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Lacplesis can't find room to land a body shot as Magrath controls the action.
Lacplesis can't find room to land a body shot as Magrath controls the action.
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!
Magrath throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lacplesiss head.
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lacplesis blocking some punches.
Magrath makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lacplesis tries to work over Magrath's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right handed body shot lands from Magrath. #T3#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lacplesis just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magrath's brow.
A right handed body shot lands from Magrath.
Lacplesis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Magrath tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lacplesis content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Magrath tries a body shot but Lacplesis blocks it.
Magrath lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lacplesis misses with a punch to the body.
A short body shot lands from Magrath as the two fighters clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magrath.
Lacplesis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magrath lands a shoulder strike.
Lacplesis wants to stall.
A short left from Magrath.
Lacplesis lands a damaging elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Magrath. #T4#
Magrath working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right hand to the body from Magrath.
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lacplesis's elbow.
Magrath lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magrath lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Magrath.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Lacplesis just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magrath's brow.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lacplesis's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Magrath tries to work over Lacplesis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lacplesis blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Lacplesis struggles to land a body shot inside as Magrath controls his hands.
Lacplesis lands an elbow inside that Magrath shrugs off.
Magrath tries to throw a body punch but Lacplesis avoids it by throwing Magrath back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Lacplesis.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jaxon Magrath showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magrath 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

After winning the bout, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: DMMA 185 Klimenko vs Mukunzi     
Date:   Apr 15, 2023
#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Magrath keeps the fight on the outside.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Hall keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath motions for Hall to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hall uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Decent striking displayed by Hall there.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hall is out of range.
Hall throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hall.
Magrath with a hook.
Hall 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.
Hall misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Hall slips under a jab.#T1#
Hall tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Hall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hall misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser.
Some bone on bone action there as Hall checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hall is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magrath to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ralph Hall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hall misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hall tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hall blocking some punches.
Hall tries to pull guard but Magrath forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Hall is trying to pull guard but Magrath turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T2#
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hall jumps guard but Magrath stands there with Hall around his waist. Hall gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hall tries to pull guard but Magrath won't allow it.
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hall is trying to pull guard but Magrath has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Hall gets control of Magrath's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hall will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hall is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Magrath looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Hall working for a triangle but Magrath defends it easily. #T3#
Magrath slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Hall is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Hall throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Hall is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Magrath defends well.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Hall working for a triangle but Magrath defends it easily. #SUB#
Hall working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Magrath has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Hall looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magrath performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hall defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hall tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magrath paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magrath was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hall changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Magrath tries to avoid it but Hall manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Magrath to the ground. Magrath escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Hall tries to close the distance and clinch but Magrath swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall slips a straight right by Magrath.
Hall throws a right and a left that Magrath avoids nicely.
Magrath tries a quick counter leg kick but Hall is wise to it.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Hall.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hall checks a leg kick.
Hall shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hall uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Hall throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Hall moves away and avoids it.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hall. That did some damage!
A punch lands to the side of Hall 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magrath throws the left hand but Hall avoids the punch easily.
Hall lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magrath misses with a low kick. #TD#
Hall drives through with a takedown into Magrath's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hall trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Magrath manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Hall isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Magrath stacks Hall on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Magrath!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hall tries to bench press Magrath off him but Magrath keeps the position.
A lull in the action here.
Hall is looking to reverse the position.
Hall is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hall manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hall looking for submissions off his back.
Hall tries to roll over but Magrath keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hall looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Hall looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Hall is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magrath pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Hall looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hall looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Hall has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Magrath escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Magrath!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magrath slows the pace down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hall's sensitive parts.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hall.
Hall tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magrath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath motions for Hall to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.
Hall fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hall scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hall blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hall manages to avoid it.
Hall closes the distance looking to clinch
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Hall tries for a takedown but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Hall looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Magrath!#SUB#
Hall wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Magrath, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Hall wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Magrath, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Hall goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magrath has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hall but great work by Magrath.
Hall is being controlled here. #T2#
Hall tries to improve position but can't.
Magrath is staying tight to Hall's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ralph Hall overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magrath is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hall's shoulder. That is not cool.
Hall is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Magrath remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Hall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hall manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Hall looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hall is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magrath pulls his head out easily. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Hall is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magrath pulls his head out easily.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Still in half guard, Magrath seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magrath lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hall shoots in but Magrath avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ralph Hall. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Hall drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Hall swings around for an armbar but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hall's guard.
Ralph Hall has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Hall looking for subs off his back but Magrath has passed one foot through into half guard.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Our winner, Jaxon Magrath, 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: DMMA 176 Kersikov vs Account 3     
Date:   Mar 15, 2023
#R1#
Magrath looks to throw a body kick
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Magrath 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.
Magrath swings for the body but Bogachev moves out of range.
Magrath tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bogachev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It appears Bogachev was looking to counter with a kick there.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Bogachev counters with a solid body kick.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Bogachev moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bogachev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Magrath throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bogachev counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Magrath connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bogachev momentarily.
Magrath misses with a jab to the body
and Bogachev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bogachev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
A little feinted left hand from Bogachev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magrath throws a leg kick
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand.
Magrath listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Bogachev counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magrath's knee momentarily.
Bogachev slips under a jab from Magrath.
Bogachev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bogachev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Bogachev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Bogachev counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magrath's knee momentarily.
Magrath misses with a body punch
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Bogachev counters with a nice body shot.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Bogachev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bogachev moves out of range of the body kick from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a jab to the body
and Bogachev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bogachev seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Magrath throws a front kick aimed at Bogachev's knee but Bogachev avoids it well.
Bogachev feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Bogachev moved out of range.
Bogachev throws a quick counter kick to the body but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath misses with a low kick as Bogachev jumps back.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bogachev walks into a straight right hand from Magrath.
Magrath swings for the body but Bogachev moves out of range.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Bogachev counters with a thumping low kick.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Bogachev looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Bogachev counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magrath's knee momentarily.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Bogachev saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Motshan Bogachev dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magrath looks to land a body kick but Bogachev moved away.
Bogachev tried to counter with a leg kick but Magrath avoided it.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Bogachev moved out of range.
Bogachev quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Magrath misses with a left hand
and Bogachev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magrath connects with a single shot there.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Bogachev counters with a good, hard body kick but Magrath shrugs it off.
Magrath swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bogachev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Bogachev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Magrath.
A low kick from Magrath misses
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Magrath misses
and Bogachev finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T1#
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and Bogachev counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath lunges at Bogachev with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bogachev's hand.
A low kick from Magrath is predictable there
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Bogachev counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magrath's knee momentarily.
Bogachev ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand. #T2#
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Bogachev counters with a nice body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Bogachev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
It appears Bogachev was looking to counter with a kick there.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Bogachev counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Bogachev misses the target.
Magrath misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Magrath has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3#
Bogachev working aggressively here.
A short right from Bogachev on the inside.
Bogachev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magrath can do to turn this around?
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Magrath is trying to break free.
Magrath lands with a short shot to the head.
Magrath lands an uppercut.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Bogachev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magrath goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bogachev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bogachev stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T4##BC2#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath scores with a nice head shot.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a nice body shot.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Bogachev counters with a stiff right hand.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bogachev counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Magrath misses the body punch
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Motshan Bogachev 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Bogachev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Bogachev fires out a quick counter leg kick but Magrath just manages to avoid it.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Bogachev to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and Bogachev counters with a body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
And Bogachev counters with a quick kick to the body but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath misses with a jab to the body
and Bogachev counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath misses with a double jab
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath lands a nice looking body kick.#T1#
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bogachev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath thows a leg kick but Bogachev checks it
and Bogachev counters with an inside leg kick.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bogachev has time to react.
Magrath misses with the body kick
and Bogachev counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and Bogachev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
A low kick from Magrath is predictable there
and Bogachev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Bogachev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bogachev moves out of range of the body kick.
Bogachev tried to counter with a leg kick but Magrath avoided it.
Magrath misses with a hook
enabling Bogachev to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bogachev counters with a right hand to the body.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath tries to clinch but Bogachev moves away
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath tries to land a leg kick but Bogachev saw it coming and moves away. #T3#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Magrath. Bogachev shrugs it off though.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a low kick, right behind Magrath 's knee.
Magrath tries to clinch
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bogachev moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath misses with a leg kick
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Bogachev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bogachev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Magrath moves to clinch but Bogachev breaks away
and Bogachev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bogachev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bogachev fires out a quick counter leg kick but Magrath just manages to avoid it.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Bogachev counters with a nice body kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bogachev counters with a slapping leg kick.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Motshan Bogachev!

Motshan Bogachev thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: DMMA Wednesday Warfare 4     
Date:   Feb 08, 2023
#R1#
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Magrath misses with a low kick as Dall Jr jumps back.
Dall Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Magrath is quick to defend against it.
Magrath connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magrath connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dall Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dall Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magrath but Magrath pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Magrath digs a good body shot into Dall Jr's ribs.
Dall Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dall Jr. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dall Jr.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dall Jr wants to clinch.#T1#
Magrath dips to his left and cracks Dall Jr with an uppercut!
Magrath 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.
Magrath scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dall Jr in his tracks.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dall Jr. Dall Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
A nice leg kick from Dall Jr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath throws a hook but Dall Jr blocks it.
Dall Jr slips a straight right by Magrath.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath lands with a nice body punch.
Dall Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Dall Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Dall Jr's head but Dall Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dall Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dall Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magrath looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magrath moves out of range of the leg kick from Dall Jr.
It seemed like Magrath was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Magrath drops his hands momentarily and Dall Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dall Jr wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Magrath on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Dall Jr.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Dall Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dall Jr throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Magrath fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dall Jr blocks a jab.
Magrath looks for the body kick but Dall Jr saw that one coming.
Dall Jr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magrath flicks out a counter leg kick but Dall Jr steps away.
Dall Jr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magrath, as that shot connected.
Dall Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magrath bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dall Jr's head backwards.#T3#
A jab from Magrath misses.
Dall Jr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magrath stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Dall Jr attempts a counter takedown but Magrath avoids it well and moves away.
Dall Jr is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath cracks Dall Jr with a good jab.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dall Jr tries to clinch up but Magrath circles away and keeps his distance.
Dall Jr misses with a hook
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Dall Jr dives in and scores a takedown into Magrath's guard.
Dall Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dall Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Magrath gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T4#
Dall Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Dall Jr, not yet. #SUB#
Dall Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Magrath defends well.#SUB#
Dall Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magrath doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magrath manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Dall Jr working for submissions but it's allowed Magrath to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magrath throws a leg kick but Dall Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dall Jr defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Dall Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath throws a hook but Dall Jr avoids it easily.
Magrath slips a jab from Dall Jr.
Dall Jr throws a predictable looking body shot
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dall Jr's knee momentarily.
Good exchange - Magrath coming out on top.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dall Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath throws the left hand but Dall Jr avoids the punch easily.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Dall Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Dall Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dall Jr throws a leg kick that misses.
Dall Jr throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Dall Jr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dall Jr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magrath circles away quickly and effectively.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dall Jr wants to clinch up but Magrath keeps it at a distance.
Dall Jr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dall Jr. #CL#
Dall Jr moves into the clinch.
Dall Jr is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Magrath pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Magrath working hard to break the clinch.
Dall Jr working aggressively here.
Dall Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magrath can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dall Jr.
Dall Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Magrath working hard to break the clinch.
Dall Jr prevents Magrath from breaking the clinch.#T2#
Dall Jr working aggressively here.
Dall Jr prevents Magrath from breaking the clinch.
Magrath looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Magrath is trying to break the clinch but Dall Jr is controlling him.
Magrath is trying to force a seperation but Dall Jr has the dominant position.#BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Dall Jr moves into range and clinches up with Magrath.#BC2#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Magrath pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dall Jr is out of range and Magrath settles back down.
Magrath misses with a hook. Dall Jr ducked under it nicely.
Dall Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Magrath tries to avoid it but Dall Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Magrath to the ground. Magrath escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dall Jr checks a low kick from Magrath.
Dall Jr moves in looking to clinch but Magrath pushes him off.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow Dall Jr down.
Magrath avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Dall Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Dall Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dall Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath misses the jab.
Dall Jr ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Dall Jr scores with the left hand. Magrath knows he should have avoided that one.
Dall Jr throws a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Dall Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Dall Jr counters with a series of strikes. Magrath will be more careful next time no doubt.
Dall Jr throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magrath.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath lands a jab to Dall Jr's midsection.
Magrath bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dall Jr's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dall Jr staying out of range there.
Dall Jr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Magrath just manages to avoid it.#T4#
Dall Jr cracks Magrath with an open hand slap.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dall Jr misses with a wild combination.
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Dall Jr off balance momentarily.
Dall Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Dall Jr is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath throws out a counter right but Dall Jr avoids it with no problem.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Dall Jr moved out of range nicely.
Magrath delivers a nice body kick.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dall Jr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magrath throws a hook but Dall Jr blocks it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dall Jr checks a leg kick.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Magrath throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Dall Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dall Jr checks a low kick from Magrath.
Dall Jr tried to score with a low kick but Magrath checks it.
Dall Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath misses the jab.
Dall Jr tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Dall Jr clinches.
A hook to the body from Dall Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath blocks an uppercut.
Magrath is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Dall Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Magrath is trying to break the clinch but Dall Jr has him pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Magrath's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
Dall Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Magrath or not.
A short uppercut from Dall Jr.
Dall Jr lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dall Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Dall Jr throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Dall Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dall Jr wants to clinch.
Dall Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Magrath.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dall Jr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Magrath just manages to avoid it.
Galen Dall Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Dall Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dall Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Magrath avoids a punch combination nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Magrath circles away from the clinch attempt.
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dall Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Magrath fights it but they end up in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dall Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dall Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Dall Jr goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magrath has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Dall Jr but great work by Magrath.
Dall Jr is trying to escape the position but Magrath is controlling the position. #T3#
Galen Dall Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
You can see the frustration on Dall Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dall Jr sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Magrath controlling the action here.
Dall Jr is looking to improve his position.
Magrath keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Dall Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magrath pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dall Jr tries to get to full guard but Magrath has control of the leg.
Dall Jr trying to get back to full guard but Magrath takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dall Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dall Jr swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Galen Dall Jr.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: DMMA 161 Magrath vs Mac Airt     
Date:   Jan 07, 2023
#R1#
Magrath throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mac Airt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
Mac Airt ducks right into an uppercut from Magrath.
Mac Airt throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
We've been told by Magrath's head coaches at Blacktalians MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Mac Airt throws out a powerful jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Magrath throws a body kick that misses.
As Magrath backs off Mac Airt throws a huge counter combo but Magrath manages to avoid it all.
Mac Airt missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A good leg kick by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mac Airt throws a leg kick but Magrath moved away.
Mac Airt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath tries to score with a low kick but Mac Airt moves his leg out of the way.
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!
Mac Airt throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Mac Airt uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Magrath moves away from the strike by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mac Airt attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Mac Airt throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Mac Airt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magrath momentarily.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Mac Airt scores with a jab.
Mac Airt misses with a double jab.
Magrath 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.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Mac Airt throws a combination that misses
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Mac Airt sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Mac Airt on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mac Airt connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Magrath swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mac Airt.
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!
Mac Airt fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Magrath looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mac Airt throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Mac Airt misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
A low kick lands for Mac Airt.
Magrath lands the left hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Mac Airt checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jab from Magrath.
Magrath avoids a punch combination nicely.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mac Airt's sensitive parts.
Mac Airt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Mac Airt drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mac Airt.
Mac Airt darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target. #T3#
Magrath on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mac Airt. Mac Airt obviously looking to wear him down.
Mac Airt looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Mac Airt's jab looks to have found its range, popping Magrath under the eye.
Magrath takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mac Airt is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Magrath had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath connects with a nice looking jab.
Magrath thows a body kick. Mac Airt tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Magrath catches Mac Airt with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mac Airt misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Mac Airt lands a two punch combo.
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!
Good standup being displayed there by Magrath as he connects with a hook.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Magrath jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mac Airt lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magrath circles away quickly and effectively.
Mac Airt's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mac Airt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mac Airt swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Mac Airt throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Mac Airt misses with a straight right.
Magrath fires out a quick counter leg kick but Mac Airt just manages to avoid it.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Mac Airt throws an off balance right hand
and Mac Airt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath misses with a left hand
and Mac Airt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD2#
Mac Airt lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Magrath sprawling to the canvas. Mac Airt follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Magrath hang on? #ROC2#Magrath is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Mac Airt is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Oh Magrath is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Magrath seems to have got his legs back now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mac Airt trying to pass the guard but Magrath defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cormac Mac Airt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Mac Airt moved out of range.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Mac Airt ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mac Airt throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath slips under a jab from Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Mac Airt throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Mac Airt cracks Magrath with a right hand to the side of the head.
Magrath has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Magrath there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mac Airt rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
Mac Airt takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cormac Mac Airt seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mac Airt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mac Airt misses with the combination.
Mac Airt wants to land a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Mac Airt throws a series of punches but Magrath avoids them all with ease.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Mac Airt throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Mac Airt blocks a jab.
No joy there for Mac Airt, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mac Airt throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath throws out a powerful jab.
Mac Airt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mac Airt blocks a leg kick.
Magrath cracks Mac Airt with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing.
Mac Airt uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Magrath has time to react.
Magrath chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mac Airt can pounce on him. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath slips a jab and a cross from Mac Airt.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magrath is looking to slow Mac Airt down with leg kicks.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mac Airt.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mac Airt! But no joy.
Mac Airt throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
Mac Airt connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magrath darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mac Airt is out of range.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mac Airt has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Magrath throws the left hand but Mac Airt avoids the punch easily.
Mac Airt throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
A clash of legs there as Mac Airt blocks the low kick.#T3#
Mac Airt throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Mac Airt has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Mac Airt ducks down to avoid it.
Mac Airt tries a quick counter leg kick but Magrath is wise to it.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mac Airt. That did some damage!
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mac Airt checks it well.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Magrath feints and then cracks Mac Airt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mac Airt down.
Mac Airt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magrath finds it's way round the side to connect with Mac Airt's head.
Magrath scores with a spinning back kick!
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mac Airt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mac Airt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.#T4#
Mac Airt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mac Airt misses with a left hand
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Mac Airt's knee momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mac Airt misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mac Airt misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mac Airt misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good shot there by Magrath.
Mac Airt gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mac Airt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Mac Airt.
Magrath takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mac Airt throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a leg kick.
Mac Airt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magrath momentarily.
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mac Airt throws a left and a right that both miss
and Magrath counters with a nice leg kick.
Magrath scores with a body shot.
Magrath 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.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mac Airt! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath lands a head shot.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mac Airt tries to bum rush Magrath with a series of wild strikes but Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice shot by Mac Airt.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Mac Airt throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mac Airt. That did some damage!
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mac Airt's sensitive parts.
Mac Airt misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mac Airt's jab looks to have found its range, popping Magrath under the eye.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mac Airt! But no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mac Airt throws a solid leg kick but Magrath takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mac Airt.
Magrath with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mac Airt to score with a decent uppercut.
Mac Airt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mac Airt ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.#T1#
Mac Airt blocks a low kick nicely.
Nice shot lands for Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Mac Airt throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Magrath lands with an uppercut that bounces Mac Airt off the cage and back into range.
Magrath defending well as Mac Airt loads up on a big left hand.
Mac Airt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab lands there for Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Mac Airt throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Mac Airt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Magrath to score with a decent uppercut.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mac Airt takes one to the side of the head.
Magrath lands a nice looking body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Magrath.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath dips to his left and cracks Mac Airt with an uppercut!
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magrath misses the jab.
Mac Airt gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mac Airt throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mac Airt.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A cross from Mac Airt lands.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
Mac Airt swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good work by Magrath as he checks the leg kick.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Mac Airt.#T3#
Magrath is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mac Airt.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mac Airt moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath feints and then cracks Mac Airt's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mac Airt down.
Magrath's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mac Airt connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magrath scrambles back to his feet.
Mac Airt throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Magrath colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Mac Airt as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Magrath is left battered and dazed whilst Mac Airt and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cormac Mac Airt!
An out of breath Cormac Mac Airt thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: DMMA 156 Outback vs Kaupens 2     
Date:   Dec 10, 2022
#R1#
Pinkman throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Pinkman throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Pinkman throws a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Pinkman. That snapped Magrath's head back.
Pinkman throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Magrath's coach down at Blacktalians MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Magrath's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pinkman throws out the jab.
A punch combination from Pinkman misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Pinkman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath counters with a slapping leg kick.
Pinkman throws a good cross that connects.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Pinkman.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Magrath moves into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pinkman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Magrath after a bit of a struggle.
Pinkman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magrath.
Pinkman has a couple of punches blocked by Magrath. #T1#
Magrath is pressed up against the cage. Pinkman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Magrath down to the mat. Magrath avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Pinkman misses with a double jab.
Magrath scores with the left hand. Pinkman knows he should have avoided that one.
Pinkman lands with a shot to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Pinkman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pinkman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magrath scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Pinkman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Magrath to the mat! Magrath manages to get full guard.
Magrath is pulling down on Pinkman's head to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magrath working a defensive guard here.
Magrath is pulling down on Pinkman's head. It's preventing any offense from Pinkman, at least for the moment.
Pinkman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Magrath working for a triangle but Pinkman defends it easily. #T2#
Pinkman wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving.
Pinkman postures up and lands a big shot to Magrath's brow.
Pinkman preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pinkman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Magrath has his foot on Pinkman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pinkman works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Pinkman tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard.
Magrath bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pinkman's guard. #REVB#
Pinkman working a defensive guard but Magrath manages to pass into side control anyway.
Magrath wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pinkman keeps working.
Pinkman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Magrath's best efforts.
Magrath trying to control from half guard but Pinkman is working away.
Pinkman gets back to full guard.
Pinkman seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Pinkman 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.#SUB#
Pinkman has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Magrath should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Pinkman has tightened it up now! Magrath should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jesse Pinkman!
Jesse Pinkman retains his lightweight title!
Jesse Pinkman 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: DMMA 150 Championship Chaos     
Date:   Oct 29, 2022
#R1#
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Kwong.
Kwong throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Kwasi Kwong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kwong misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kwong fails to land with a series of punches.
Magrath slips a straight right by Kwong.
Kwong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath connects with a looping right hand.
Kwong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kwong throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kwong's sensitive parts.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kwong darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kwong manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath lands a two punch combo.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Magrath throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kwong moves in looking to clinch but Magrath pushes him off.
Kwong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Kwong misses the target.
Magrath cracks Kwong with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kwong swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with an inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Kwong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Magrath moves into range and clinches up with Kwong.
Magrath jumps guard but Kwong turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A short right from Kwong.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
Kwong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Magrath.
Kwong blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Kwong rushes Magrath and presses him up against the cage.
Kwong misses with some punches.
Magrath throws a punch but it's blocked by Kwong.
Kwong tries to throw a body punch but Magrath avoids it by throwing Kwong back against the cage.
Magrath tries to pull guard but Kwong forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
Kwong fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Magrath is trying to break free.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Kwong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kwong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kwong works on Magrath's body with a couple of short punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Kwong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kwong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Kwong escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kwong takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
No joy there for Kwong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Kwong rushes Magrath and presses him up against the cage.
Magrath throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kwongs head.
Kwong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kwong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kwong throws a punch but it's blocked by Magrath.
Kwong prevents a body shot from Magrath.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magrath.
Magrath jumps guard but Kwong stands there with Magrath around his waist. Magrath gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jaxon Magrath. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kwong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3##BC#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kwong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kwong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
A leg kick checked by Kwong.
Kwong swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Kwong.
Kwong on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Kwong fails to land with a series of punches.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath moves in looking to clinch but Kwong pushes him off.
Kwong takes one to the side of the head.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kwong.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kwong! But no joy.
A bone on bone clash there as Magrath blocks the leg kick.
Kwong throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath scores with a nice head shot.
Kwong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Kwong misses with a hook
and Kwong takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath defending well as Kwong loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Nice body punch from Kwong.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kwong throws a series of punches but Magrath moves out of range.
A left lands for Magrath.
Kwong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Kwong lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Magrath backs up against the cage. #CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kwong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kwong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kwong.
Kwong moves out of range of the leg kick from Magrath.#CL#
Magrath clinches up against the cage.
Kwong works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short body shot lands from Kwong as the two fighters clinch.
Kwong creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A shot in the inside from Kwong.
Kwong lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Magrath makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kwong.
Kwong pushes Magrath back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kwasi Kwong will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kwong misses with a hook
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath thows a leg kick but Kwong checks it
and Kwong counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kwong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kwong connects with a crisp jab.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kwong throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kwong with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Magrath to score with a decent uppercut.
Magrath scores with a nice strike.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kwong jabs Magrath to the body, keeping him at a distance.
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!
Kwong lands a jab to the head.
Kwong attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nice uppercut lands for Magrath. That snapped Kwong's head back.
A big left from Kwong misses.
Kwong swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Kwong manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Kwong.
A bone on bone clash there as Kwong blocks the leg kick.
It seemed like Kwong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath misses with a looping left.#T1#
Kwong scores with a jab to the jaw.
Magrath gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kwong.
Magrath is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magrath throws the left hand but Kwong avoids the punch easily.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Magrath keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kwong ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath slips a straight right by Kwong.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kwong.
A telegraphed right hand from Kwong misses the target.
Kwong is looking to clinch.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kwong walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kwong swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kwong 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.#CL2#
Kwong has Magrath up against the cage in a clinch. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kwong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magrath backwards. #BC2#
Kwong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magrath walks into a left hand.
Kwong on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kwong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kwong takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kwong misses with a jab, cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kwong. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sloppy strikes from Kwong. Those never looked like landing.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Kwong.
Kwong blocks a leg kick.
Kwong only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kwong throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The fighters circling - Kwong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kwong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Kwong tries to clinch but fails miserably
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Magrath dips to his left and cracks Kwong with an uppercut!
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kwong throws a series of punches but Magrath avoids them all with ease.
Kwong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath is looking to counter with head kicks.
Magrath lands an overhand right.
Kwong lands with a right hand.
Kwong defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Kwong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Kwong.
Kwong has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kwong smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CL2#
Kwong closes the distance and pushes Magrath back into the cage.
Magrath blocks an uppercut.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
Magrath lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kwong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magrath's elbow. #BC2#
Kwong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T4#
Kwong tries to clinch there but Magrath circles away.
Kwong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Kwong swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kwong throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath cracks Kwong with an open hand slap.
A big right from Kwong misses.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kwong throws out the jab.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kwong.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Kwong cracks Magrath with a good jab.
Magrath thumps Kwong with a low kick.
Kwong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kwong connects with a single shot there.
Nice shot by Kwong.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good work by Kwong as he checks the leg kick.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Kwong's leg. Kwong is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kwong misses with a body shot.
Magrath takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kwong throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kwasi Kwong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Kwong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Kwong shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kwong throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Kwong cracks Magrath with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Magrath thumps Kwong with a low kick.
Kwong misses the jab.
Magrath showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kwong.
Magrath smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kwong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some bone on bone action there as Kwong checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwong throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kwong chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Magrath wants to land a leg kick but Kwong is out of range.
Kwong's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kwong connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kwong misses with a wild body shot.
Kwong misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Kwong tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Kwong moves away and avoids it.
Kwong takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kwong misses with a straight right.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Kwong doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kwong misses with the combination.
Magrath swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kwong throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath slips a straight right by Kwong.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Kwong's head but Kwong sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath is looking to slow Kwong down with leg kicks.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kwong's sensitive parts.
Kwong throws a nice looking combination but Magrath bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice shot by Magrath.
Magrath feints and then cracks Kwong's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kwong down.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kwong.
Magrath slips a jab from Kwong.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kwong. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Kwong off balance momentarily.
Kwasi Kwong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kwong swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kwong misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Kwong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kwong misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Kwong throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kwong misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath lands with an uppercut that bounces Kwong off the cage and back into range.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Kwong ducks down to avoid it.
Kwong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kwong misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the body from Kwong misses
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath 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.
Magrath 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.
Kwong shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kwong.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kwong! But no joy.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Kwong takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath. #CL2#
Kwong clinches with his opponent.
Kwong misses with some punches.
Kwong working aggressively here.
Kwong swings wildly with an uppercut but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Kwong. #BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magrath lands a jab to Kwong's midsection.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Kwong.
Magrath lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kwong takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Kwong.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kwong.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kwong avoids the head kick by Magrath. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath drops his hands momentarily and Kwong takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Magrath lands a nice shot that snaps Kwong's head back.
Kwong takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Kwong slips the punch.
Magrath lands a jab to the head.
Magrath feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kwongs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A big left from Magrath misses.
Kwong punishes Magrath's body with a nice straight punch.
Kwong throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Kwong misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Kwong.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Kwong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kwong uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Magrath has time to react.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kwong has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Magrath connects with a jab.#CL2#
Kwong has closed the distance and engaged Magrath in a clinch.
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magrath misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath. #BC2#
Kwong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A punch lands to the side of Magrath 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magrath takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Magrath dodges the punch combination from Kwong.
Kwong throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kwong throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Kwong blocks a head kick by Magrath. #T1#
Kwong looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kwong misses with an uppercut.
Kwong lands a nice hook to Magrath's body. Magrath takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magrath lands with an overhand left.
Kwong tries to clinch up.
Magrath thumps Kwong with a low kick.
Kwong scores with a nice head shot.
Magrath defending well as Kwong loads up on a big left hand.
Kwong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kwong will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kwong tries to close the distance and clinch but Magrath swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Kwong's shoulder, as Kwong tries to avoid the shot.
Kwong throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath lands a nice looking body kick.#T2#
Kwong fails to land with a series of punches.
Kwong throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kwong tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kwong.
Kwong lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magrath circles away quickly and effectively.
Kwong moves forwards but Magrath connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kwong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow Kwong down.
Magrath tries to clinch but Kwong is having none of it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magrath.
Kwong's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magrath connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kwong scrambles back to his feet.
Magrath dodges the punch combination from Kwong.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath connects with a right hand. Kwong shakes it off.#T3##CL#
Magrath moves into the clinch successfully.
Magrath working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Kwong gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kwong throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kwong's sensitive parts.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A swing and a miss from Kwong.
Magrath tried to counter with a leg kick but Kwong avoided it.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Kwong.#CL2#
Kwong clinches with his opponent.
Magrath blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Kwong.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magrath creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kwong throws a punch but it's blocked by Magrath. #T4#
A short uppercut from Kwong. #TD#
Magrath pulls guard successfully.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kwong wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving.
Magrath is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kwong is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kwong won't allow Magrath to sweep him here.
Kwong is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kwong slips under a jab.
Kwong looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kwong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kwong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kwong tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Kwong throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A nice side step and Kwong releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kwong swings widly with a right hand
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Kwong loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.
Kwong throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kwong misses with a right hand
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magrath throws a good cross that connects.
Kwong misses the jab.
Kwong scores with a sloppy right hand. Magrath should have avoided that one.
Kwong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magrath paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Kwong wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magrath throws a jab when Kwong was well out of range.
Kwong throws a sloppy body shot
and Magrath counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magrath, as that shot connected.
Kwong tries to bum rush Magrath with a series of wild strikes but Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath scores with a jab to the head.
Kwong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kwong moves away.
Kwong looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kwong throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.
Magrath throws a low kick but Kwong avoids it.
Magrath cracks Kwong with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kwong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kwong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kwong misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
Kwong missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Kwong misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Kwong misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Kwong throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kwong swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kwong fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Magrath looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Kwong feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Magraths jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magrath lands a jab to the nose.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath connects with a crisp jab.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws out a leg kick but Kwong moves out of range and Magrath only half commits.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Kwong moves away and avoids it.
Kwong steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Magrath.
Magrath throws a low kick but Kwong moves out of range easily. #T3#
A slow jab from Kwong misses its intended target.
Kwong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Magrath misses the jab.
Magrath slips under a jab from Kwong.
Kwong goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kwong throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kwongs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kwong.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Kwong lands the left hand.
Kwong shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Magrath gets a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kwong creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kwong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Still in the clinch, Magrath scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magrath prevents a body shot from Kwong. #T4#
A short right from Kwong.
Magrath misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kwong misses with a punch on the inside.
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magrath gets through Kwong's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magrath lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Magrath creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
Kwong cracks Magrath with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kwong takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Kwong missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath slips under a jab.#CL2#
Kwong gets a clinch.
Magrath lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kwong just stands there and leans against the cage.
Magrath swings wildly with an uppercut but Kwong uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 48:47
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 48:47
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Jaxon Magrath thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: DMMA 137 Account vs Nicu 2     
Date:   Sep 04, 2022
#R1#
Magrath misses with an uppercut. About Don saw that one coming.
Magrath lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
About Don misses with a straight right.
Magrath sizes up About Don with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD2#
so About Don counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
About Don wants to pass the guard but Magrath is keeping the position.
About Don is looking to pass into half guard but Magrath pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Magrath is in guard.#REVR#
About Don wants to sweep here but Magrath controlling him for the moment.
About Don seems keen to control Magrath's posture.#T1#
About Don working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
About Don is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
About Don wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Magrath is now in half guard.
About Don felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
About Don moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Magrath controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
About Don has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magrath can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
About Don is trying to keep Magrath in close. #T3##SUB2#
About Don is looking for a triangle but Magrath pushes his legs off easily.
Magrath has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
About Don looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Magrath fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
About Don cracks Magrath with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
About Don steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Magrath. That one must have hurt.
Magrath tries to work over About Don's front leg with a kick but About Don checks it.
About Don takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Magrath is looking to slow About Don down with leg kicks.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#TD2#
About Don manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Magrath on his heels. He'll look to pass Magrath's guard now, I'm sure.#T4#
Magrath working a defensive guard here.
Magrath preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Magrath working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from About Don.
Magrath keeping moving, preventing About Don from controlling successfully.
About Don trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
About Don trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
About Don tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
About Don throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Get Wet About Don will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
About Don clobbers Magrath with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
About Don steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent About Don stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A swing and a miss from About Don.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good work by About Don as he checks the leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
About Don jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice jab there from About Don.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath scores with a jab to the head.
About Don throws a right hand that Magrath ducks under and follows up with a left that Magrath also avoids with ease.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Magrath. About Don shrugs it off though.
Magrath defending well as About Don loads up on a big left hand.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
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!
About Don throws a series of punches but Magrath moves out of range.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Magrath throws a solid leg kick but About Don takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magrath.
Magrath moves into range and connects with a jab.
Magrath throws a jab when About Don was well out of range.
About Don misses the jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Nice sprawl there from Magrath as About Don shoots in.
About Don shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Magrath sprawls well. Magrath wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. About Don gets slowly back to his feet.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before About Don has time to react.
Magrath lands the left hand.
Magrath throws a low kick but it's checked well by About Don.
Magrath thows a leg kick but About Don checks it #TD2#
and About Don counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Magrath! #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
About Don slows the pace down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
About Don swings around for an armbar but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into About Don's guard.
Magrath looking to pass the guard.
About Don keeping moving, preventing Magrath from controlling successfully.
Get Wet About Don has got the better of the ground game so far.
Magrath not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3##SUB2#
About Don has his foot on Magrath's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magrath works his way back into a safe position though.
About Don has a closed guard, preventing Magrath from standing up.
About Don is trying to control the position but Magrath postures up.
About Don looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Magrath would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now About Don is on top in guard. #REVB##T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
About Don pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magrath is keeping the position for now.
Magrath looking for a sweep. Not yet Magrath, not yet.
Magrath pulls About Don in to control the position.
About Don throws a strike but Magrath rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
About Don is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
About Don tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Magrath misses with a low kick as About Don jumps back.
Magrath tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and About Don is able to avoid easily.
Magrath misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and About Don counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Magrath keeping full guard, as About Don tries to pass.
Magrath has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
About Don trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom. #T1#
About Don might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magrath haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Magrath keeping full guard, as About Don tries to pass.
About Don scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
About Don content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
About Don wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
About Don stays in close to Magrath's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
About Don takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
About Don throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Magrath moves into the clinch.
Magrath working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magrath tries a body shot but About Don blocks it.
About Don blocks a body shot from Magrath.
About Don keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Magrath's efforts to push away.
Magrath misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
About Don escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
About Don lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Magrath circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
About Don checks the leg kick.
Magrath swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by About Don.
About Don takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
About Don just misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
About Don looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
About Don throws a big right hand that misses.
About Don trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
About Don throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magrath works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
About Don trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom. #T4#
Magrath wants to sweep here but About Don controlling him for the moment.
About Don trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magrath has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from About Don finds it's way round the side to connect with Magrath's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
About Don 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.
Magrath misses with a leg kick.
About Don throws a nice looking combination but Magrath bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Magrath tried to counter with a leg kick but About Don avoided it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Get Wet About Don really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magrath, as that shot connected.
Magrath moves away from the strike by About Don.
About Don thows a left - swing and a miss!
About Don throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Magrath moves away from the strike by About Don.
About Don uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Magrath lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
About Don's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and About Don counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Magrath lands a nice shot that snaps About Don's head back.
Magrath misses with a low kick as About Don jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
About Don shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. About Don showed some decent athleticism there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath is pressing down on About Don's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Magrath holds on and takes a little breather.
About Don missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
About Don wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving.
About Don throwing strikes from guard but Magrath blocks nicely.
About Don controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Magrath trying to keep a closed guard but About Don is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Magrath avoids the body shot from About Don.
Magrath finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
About Don misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but About Don is out of range.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from About Don.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. About Don checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but About Don uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath swings for the body but About Don moves out of range. #T3#
A big right from About Don misses.
About Don looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Magrath is fending him off so far but About Don persists. Nope, Magrath circles away and we're back to standing.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath lands a body shot.
About Don keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
About Don drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
About Don throws a series of punches but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but About Don ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath lunges at About Don with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by About Don's hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magrath.
About Don looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
About Don looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of About Don's head.
About Don lands a head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
About Don throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Magrath shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from About Don.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
About Don lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
About Don misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath is looking to slow About Don down with leg kicks.
Magrath throws a leg kick but About Don moved away.
About Don slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath throws a jab when About Don was well out of range.
A cross from Magrath lands.
About Don has a takedown stuffed.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath had his way with Get Wet About Don in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
About Don takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick.
Magrath takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from About Don.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
About Don ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath throws a body punch but About Don moves out of range.
Magrath walks into a stiff left hand from About Don.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
About Don checks a leg kick nicely.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and About Don counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
About Don tests Magrath's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magrath slips a straight right by About Don.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
About Don jabs Magrath to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
About Don swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath fails with an attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from About Don misses the target.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow About Don down.
Magrath cracks About Don with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Magrath sizes up About Don with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
About Don misses with a body shot.
About Don throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2#
About Don throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
About Don ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
About Don tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from About Don.
About Don throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from About Don.
An attempted straight right counter from Magrath misses the target.
A combination from Magrath does no damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but About Don ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from About Don.
About Don shoots in for a takedown but Magrath shows good takedown defense.
Jab from Magrath.
About Don lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
About Don gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Magrath lands with an uppercut that bounces About Don off the cage and back into range.
Magrath misses with a body shot. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Magrath enables About Don to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Magrath manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Magrath is trying to control the position from the bottom.
About Don trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magrath is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Magrath is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
About Don is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4##SUB2#
About Don looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Jaxon Magrath 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: C116: Nagasaki vs. Dixon 3     
Date:   Jul 30, 2022
#R1#
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Moore has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Moore on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath lands a really nice looking cross but Moore seems unphased.
Moore misses with a straight right.
Moore blocks a jab.
Moore scores with a head kick.
A slow jab from Moore misses its intended target.
Moore tries to bum rush Magrath with a series of wild strikes but Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Moore scores with the left hand. Magrath knows he should have avoided that one.
Moore lands a nice shot that snaps Magrath's head back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Angelo Moore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Moore sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nice defenses there by Moore.
A swing and a miss from Moore.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Moore steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
An attempted straight right counter from Moore misses the target.
Moore scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Moore moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Moore checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Moore lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath misses with a body kick.
Moore misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Moore throws a right hand that Magrath ducks under and follows up with a left that Magrath also avoids with ease.
Magrath throws the left hand but Moore avoids the punch easily.
Magrath tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Moore paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magrath tries to clinch there but Moore circles away.
It looked like Moore wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath walks into a straight right hand from Moore.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Moore has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Moore and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Moore looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath lands a nice looking body kick.
A slow jab from Moore misses its intended target.
Magrath moves out of range as Moore strikes.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Magrath thumps Moore with a low kick.
Moore is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Magrath throws a wild body kick that Moore sees coming a mile off.
Moore misses with a straight right.
Magrath looks to land a body kick but Moore moved away.#T2#
Moore moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Moore circles away from the clinch attempt.
Magrath is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Magrath. That snapped Moore's head back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath staying out of range there.
Moore pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Magrath wants to slow Moore down by chopping away at his legs.
Magrath walks into a stiff left hand from Moore.
Magrath walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Moore throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
A combination from Moore does no damage.
Magrath lands a nice looking kick to the body. Moore takes a step back to recover.
Moore keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Moore misses with a looping left.
Magrath checks a low kick from Moore.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Moore swings widly with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a body kick.
Moore throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Moore misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Moore checks a leg kick.
Magrath misses with a kick to the body.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Magrath is trying to counter with his kicks.
Moore misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Magrath throws a body kick that misses.
Moore throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Moore checks it.
Moore drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Moore connects with the punch.
Moore lands with a straight right. Magrath didn't see that one coming.
Moore is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A big right from Moore misses.
Moore backing away here, and Magrath unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Moore swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath misses with a hook. Moore ducked under it nicely.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Moore.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Magrath is looking to clinch but Moore is avoiding it.
Magrath throws a wild body kick that Moore sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Moore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Moore throws a sloppy head kick and Magrath moves out of range easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Moore misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a leg kick.
Magrath moves out of range as Moore strikes.#CL2#
Moore gets tackled into the cage by Magrath. Magrath maintains the clinch. #BC#
Moore escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Moore tries a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Moore waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A swing and a miss from Moore.
A telegraphed right hand from Moore misses the target.
Moore throws a big shot that misses.
Moore takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Magrath throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The crowd cheers as Moore lands an impressive looking overhand right. Magrath doesn't seem phased though.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Moore ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Moore misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Moore throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Angelo Moore will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jab, jab by Moore - just one landing.
Moore takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath misses the jab.
Moore waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Moore sees it coming and moves out of range.
Magrath tries to score with a low kick but Moore moves his leg out of the way.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Moore moved out of range.
Moore is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Moore to score with a decent uppercut.
Moore thumps Magrath with a low kick.
Moore throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Moore throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Moore.
Danga de danga de dang - Moore scores with a four punch combination!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Moore has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Magrath.
Moore throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Moore should have avoided that one.
Moore pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Moore just misses with a punch to the body.
Moore throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Moore checks a leg kick nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Moore.
A punch lands to the side of Moore 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw.
Moore has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Magrath.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Moore.
Moore slips under a jab.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Moore throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Moore throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Nice straight punches there by Moore. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Moore.
Moore looks to land a combination but Magrath avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that Moore was not able to check.
Magrath clobbers Moore with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Moore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Moore slips a jab from Magrath.
Angelo Moore is winning the standup battle so far.
Moore scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Moore throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
A left lands for Magrath.
Moore connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magrath misses the jab.
Moore misses with a few strikes there.
Magrath is looking to land body kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Moore takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Decent striking displayed by Magrath there.
Magrath blocks a head kick by Moore.
Moore looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moore.
A swing and a miss from Moore.
Moore moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Moore throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Magrath slips under a jab from Moore.#T3#
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Moore.
Magrath throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moore.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath throws the left hand but Moore avoids the punch easily.
Moore misses with an uppercut.
Moore connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Moore misses the jab.
Magrath throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Moore slips the punch.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Magrath - that will leave a mark! #CL2#
Magrath has taken the fight to the clinch.
Magrath throws a head punch that misses.
Moore working aggressively here.
Magrath works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Moore scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Moore. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Moore.
Magrath throws a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Moore.
Magrath fails with an attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Magrath bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Magrath slips a jab from Moore.
Moore throws an off balance right hand
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Moore is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Moore. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab lands there for Magrath.
Moore avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magrath cracks Moore with a good jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Moore misses with a jab, cross combination.
Moore misses with a looping left.
Moore misses with a straight right.
Moore slips under a jab from Magrath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Angelo Moore will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Moore.
Moore moves out of range as Magrath throws a body kick.
Magrath shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Moore throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
Moore misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Moore checks the leg kick nicely there.
Moore stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Moore is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Moore, as that shot connected.
Moore misses with a straight right.
Moore moves out of range of the leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath lands with a straight right. Moore didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath slips a jab and a cross from Moore.
Moore looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moore.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Moore will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Moore uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Moore takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Moore moves away and avoids it.
Good exchange - Magrath coming out on top.
Magrath is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Magrath blocks a jab.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Moore blocks a jab.
Magrath tries a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Moore throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Moore is looking to counter punch.
Moore misses with a few strikes there.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Moore sees it coming and moves out of range.
Moore looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Magrath throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Moore throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath counters with a right hand to the body.
Magrath dodges the punch combination from Moore.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Moore throws a right and a left that both miss.
Magrath tried to score with a low kick but Moore checks it.
Angelo Moore is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Moore throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Moore looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Moore cracks Magrath with a good jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magrath lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Moore takes one to the side of the head.
Magrath motions for Moore to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Magrath sizes up Moore with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magrath checks a low kick from Moore.
A leg kick checked by Moore.
Magrath tries a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Magrath throws a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Moore fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Magrath has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Magrath slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Moore.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Good leg kick by Magrath. #T3#
Magrath throws a half hearted mid kick.
Moore with a jab.
Moore throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath throws a push kick but Moore slaps the foot to one side.
Moore throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Magrath blocks a leg kick.
Magrath throws a front kick that sends Moore stumbling back into the cage.
Moore misses the jab.
Moore throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Moore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Moore connects with a good right hand that stumbles Magrath. Magrath circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Moore steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Moore takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CL2#
Magrath closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice body punch from Magrath. #T4#
Moore throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Moore misses the jab.
Moore tries to land a leg kick but Magrath saw it coming and moves away.
Magrath follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Moore scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magrath doesn't seem bothered though.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Moore uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath looks for the body kick but Moore saw that one coming.
Moore works over Magrath's head and body with a nice combination.
Moore blocks the body kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Moore checks a leg kick.
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Moore checks it well.
A swing and a miss from Moore.
Moore dips to his left and cracks Magrath with an uppercut!
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Moore throws a good cross that connects.
Magrath jabs Moore right on the nose. Moore blinks but takes it well.#CUT2#It looks like Angelo Moore has been cut.
Moore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Moore 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Angelo Moore!

During a confident post fight interview, Angelo Moore thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: DMMA 109 MaGrath vs Torres     
Date:   May 29, 2022
#R1#
Magrath slips a jab from Torres.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Torres.
Torres moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT#It looks like Benji Torres has been cut.
Torres moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Torres looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Magrath half committed to a counter leg kick.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Torres lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath scores with a nice head shot.
Torres misses with a looping right.
Magrath tries to clinch but Torres moves out of range.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Torres's leg but Torres calmly moves out of range.
Torres throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Magrath blocks a jab.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Torres throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Torres looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
A quick step to the side and Magrath tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Torres swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath tries a head kick but it misses.
Magrath bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Magrath tries to land a front kick but Torres steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Torres misses with a jab, cross combination.
Magrath wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T2#
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Torres might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Magrath tries a head kick but it misses.
It seemed like Torres was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Torres avoids the head kick by Magrath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Torres stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath throws a sloppy head kick and Torres moves out of range easily.
Torres looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magrath stuns Torres with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Torres looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath pushes Torres away with a front kick.
Magrath misses with a body shot
letting Torres counter with a right hand.
Magrath throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T3#
Magrath doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Torres has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Magrath throws a sloppy head kick and Torres moves out of range easily.
Torres throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
Torres 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.
Good standup being displayed there by Torres as he connects with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Torres sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Torres throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab by Torres.
Torres takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#That has opened up Benji Torres's cut even more.#T4#
Torres has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magrath finds it's way round the side to connect with Torres's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Torres should have avoided that one.
Torres getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Magrath connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magrath is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magrath wants to slow Torres down by chopping away at his legs.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Torres.
Magrath lands an overhand right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nice shot lands for Torres.
Magrath lands a jab to the nose.
Torres takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Torres connects with a good right hand that stumbles Magrath. Magrath circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Torres lands a nice shot that snaps Magrath's head back.
Magrath is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Torres might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Magrath has got the better of the exchanges.
Magrath throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Torres.#CL#
Magrath takes the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Magrath goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Torres manages to break the clinch.
Torres wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magrath delivers a nice body kick.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Torres throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Torres manages to avoid it.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Torres ducks down to avoid it.
Torres closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#The cut above Benji Torres's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Magrath on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath throws a series of punches but Torres moves out of range. #T2#
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Torres moved out of range.
Torres lands a glancing blow to the side of Magrath's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Torres takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Torres lands a jab to the nose.
Torres misses with a jab, cross combination.
Magrath fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Torres doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
Magrath misses the jab.
Torres swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Torres can do to turn this around?
Magrath slips under a jab.
Torres avoids the head kick by Magrath.
Torres looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
A right-left combo lands from Magrath.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magrath is looking to clinch.
It seemed like Torres was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Torres takes one to the side of the head.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath throws a jab when Torres was well out of range.
It seemed like Torres was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Torres counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Torres throws a big shot that misses.
Torres slips under a jab.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Magrath stalks Torres and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Torres's face. Torres staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#Benji Torres's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath connects with a body shot that sends Torres's belly button to the back.
Torres misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Torres's knee momentarily.
Torres walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Magrath connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jaxon Magrath!
Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Jaxon Magrath thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: DMMA 94: Magrath vs Polus 3     
Date:   Mar 27, 2022
#R1#
Polus scores with a jab. Magrath acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Polus checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Polus with the counter takedown but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Polus.
A bone on bone clash there as Polus blocks the leg kick.
Polus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Polus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Polus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Nice shot by Polus.
Magrath moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Polus checks the leg kick.
Polus misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Polus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magrath ducks right into an uppercut from Polus.
Polus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magrath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Polus looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Polus cracks Magrath with an open hand slap.#T1#
Magrath thows a leg kick but Polus checks it #TD2#
and Polus counters with a shoot takedown. Magrath fights it but they end up in guard.
Polus throws a big right hand that misses.
Polus looking to pass the guard.
Polus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Polus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Polus sitting in guard here, content to control.
Magrath keeping moving, preventing Polus from controlling successfully.
Magrath is controlling Polus's posture.#T2#
Polus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magrath swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Polus throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've been told by Magrath's head coaches at Blacktalians MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Polus sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Polus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Magrath defends well and Polus ends up having to push Magrath into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Polus takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Polus throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Polus has managed to clinch.
Magrath throws a punch but it's blocked by Polus.
Magrath stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Polus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Polus lands a hook that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Polus blocks an uppercut.
Polus working aggressively here.
Magrath pushes Polus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3##BC#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Polus throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Polus checks a leg kick.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Polus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Polus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Polus checks a leg kick.
Polus blocks a low kick nicely.
Polus staying out of range there.
Polus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Polus fails with a takedown attempt.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raminus Polus.
A looping hook to the body misses from Polus. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Polus manages to avoid it.
Polus throws a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Polus moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Polus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath with a nice cross.
Polus clobbers Magrath with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Polus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Polus's head but Polus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Polus changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Polus moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Polus.
Polus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
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!
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Polus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Polus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Polus there as he acknowledges the shot.
Raminus Polus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Polus.
Polus checks the leg kick.
Polus throws a body shot but no joy.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Polus throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Raminus Polus will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Polus checks a leg kick.
Polus with the counter takedown but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Polus takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Polus throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Polus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Magrath tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Polus drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Magrath defends it well.
Magrath tries to land a leg kick but Polus saw it coming and moves away.
Magrath lands a jab.
Polus throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Polus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Polus misses.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magrath connects with a nice looking jab.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Polus misses with a hook.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T1#
Polus fails with a takedown attempt.
Polus throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Polus scores with a jab. Magrath acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Polus off balance momentarily.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Polus.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Polus.
Polus throws a lazy right hand but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Polus.
Polus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A clash of legs there as Polus blocks the low kick.
Magrath blocks a low kick nicely.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser. #T2#
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Polus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Polus.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raminus Polus.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath scores with a jab to the head.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Polus is out of range.
Magrath is looking to slow Polus down with leg kicks.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Polus misses with an uppercut.
Magrath connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Polus's hands.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Polus moves into the clinch.#T3#
Polus blocks an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Polus.
Magrath lands a left hand.
Polus misses with some punches.
Polus working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Polus lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magrath.
Polus's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath struggles to land a body shot inside as Polus controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Polus drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Magrath gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Polus blocking some punches.
Polus has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magrath seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Polus can turn it around.#BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Polus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Magrath misses with a leg kick. #T4#
Polus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Polus throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.
Polus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Polus throws a low kick, looking for Magrath's leg but Magrath calmly moves out of range.
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Polus.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Magrath walks into a jab.
Polus throws a big shot that misses.
No luck for Polus with that takedown attempt.
Polus swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice uppercut there from Polus.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Polus throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath tries a low kick but Polus avoids it.
A punch lands to the side of Magrath 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Polus throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
A bone on bone clash there as Polus blocks the leg kick.
Polus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Polus looks for a takedown but Magrath sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Polus.
Magrath scores with a nice right hand.
Donk. Polus catches Magrath right on the button with a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Polus looks to land a right hand but Magrath moved out of range.#T1#
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Polus throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice jab there from Magrath.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Polus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magrath as he jumps to the side.
Polus looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Polus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Polus tries to clinch up.
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Polus's front leg but catches the back leg as Polus tries to avoid it.
Magrath throws the left hand but Polus avoids the punch easily.
Polus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Polus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jab from Magrath.
Polus tries to clinch but Magrath is having none of it.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Polus throws out the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath misses with a body shot.
A jab from Magrath does it's job there.
Polus slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Polus checks a leg kick.
Polus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Polus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Polus throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Polus with a poor takedown
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raminus Polus.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Polus's legs.
The fighters circling - Polus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab from Magrath misses. #T3#
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Polus throws out the jab.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Polus.
Magrath slips a straight right by Polus.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Polus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Polus ducks down to avoid it.
Polus ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Polus throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Polus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Polus throws a predictable looking body shot
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Magrath tries to sprawl but Polus drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Polus is keen to just control but Magrath is a slippery customer.
Polus is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Polus wants to work for an arm triangle but Magrath is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4#
Magrath trying to control but Polus postures up.
Polus is trying to control. Magrath wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Polus looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Polus wants to control but Magrath is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jaxon Magrath did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice uppercut lands for Polus. That snapped Magrath's head back.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Polus.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Polus's leg but Polus calmly moves out of range.
Polus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Polus on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Polus fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Polus shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Magrath pinned against the cage. Magrath gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Polus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Polus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Magrath closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Magrath needs to keep his hands up - Polus had a free shot at his head there.
Polus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magrath needs to keep his hands up - Polus had a free shot at his head there.
Polus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magrath fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Polus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Polus checks a leg kick.
Polus moves forwards but Magrath connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magrath lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Polus.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Polus's shoulder, as Polus tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
A shot to the body from Polus misses
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Polus's legs.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
The fight stays on the outside here - Polus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Magrath throws a chopping leg kick but Polus manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Polus misses with an uppercut.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Polus misses with a straight left.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Polus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Polus.
Magrath's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Polus connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magrath scrambles back to his feet.
Polus drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Polus throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath slips a jab from Polus.
Polus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Polus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Polus.
Polus misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing.
Polus throws a chopping leg kick but Magrath manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Polus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Good shot there by Magrath.
Polus has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Magrath connects with a right hand. Polus shakes it off.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Polus throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Polus's head but Polus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Polus.
Polus with a hook.#T4#
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Polus.
Nice defenses there by Polus.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Magrath throws a low kick but Polus moves out of range easily.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Magrath defending well as Polus loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Polus's head.
Polus keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Polus's sensitive parts.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Polus moved out of range nicely.
Polus lands the left hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Polus.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Polus.
Magrath attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Polus throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Polus 's knee.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Polus.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
Polus looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheers as Polus lands an impressive looking overhand right. Magrath doesn't seem phased though.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Polus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Polus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Magrath misses with a hook. Polus ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath checks a leg kick nicely.
A leg kick checked by Magrath.
Polus throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Nice cross by Magrath.
Polus jabs Magrath right on the nose. Magrath blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Polus throws out the jab.
Polus getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magrath scores with the left hand. Polus knows he should have avoided that one.
Polus misses with a hook
and Magrath counters with a slapping leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Magrath with a hook.
Polus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Polus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Polus moves out of range of the strikes.
Polus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Raminus Polus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A leg kick checked by Magrath.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Polus's head.
Polus's corner calls for a 1-2. Polus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Polus misses with a wild body shot.
A big left from Magrath misses. #T2#
Polus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Polus should have avoided that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Polus tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Polus's jab looks to have found its range, popping Magrath under the eye.
Polus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Polus is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A low kick from Polus misses
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Polus 's knee.
Polus checks the leg kick nicely there.
Polus moves out of range as Magrath strikes.#TD2#
Polus drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Polus throwing strikes but missing.
Polus preventing the sweep.
Magrath is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Polus throws an elbow that misses. Magrath uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Polus's guard. Nice move by Magrath!#REVR#
Polus is trying to keep Magrath in close.
Polus keeping moving, preventing Magrath from controlling successfully.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Polus looking for a guillotine here but Magrath defends easily.
Polus working a defensive guard but Magrath manages to pass into side control anyway. #T4#
Polus is looking for a sweep.
Polus gets back to half guard.
Polus is looking to control Magrath's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Polus avoid being mounted?
Polus throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Polus throws a strike from the bottom that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Jaxon Magrath 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 84: Magrath vs Harakka 3     
Date:   Feb 19, 2022
#R1#
Magrath scores with a jab. Harakka acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Magrath drops his hands momentarily and Harakka takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice defenses there by Harakka.
Magrath keeps the fight on the outside.
Magrath has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Harakka throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Harakka gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Harakka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harakka. That did some damage!
Magrath keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Harakka misses with a looping right.
Magrath fires out a quick counter leg kick but Harakka just manages to avoid it.
Harakka scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick from Harakka misses
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Jab from Magrath.
A shot to the body from Harakka misses
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Harakka fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Harakka 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.
Gustav Harakka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harakka works the jab nicely.
Harakka scores with a body shot. #T1#
Harakka throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Harakka throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.
Harakka with a hook.
Magrath moves out of range as Harakka strikes.
Harakka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing.
A swing and a miss from Harakka.
Harakka fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Harakka misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Harakka uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Harakka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harakka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Harakka lands a nice leg kick that just misses Magrath's sensitive parts.
Harakka stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Harakka avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Harakka throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
As Harakka backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Harakka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Harakka misses the shot to the body.
Harakka's jab looks to have found its range, popping Magrath under the eye.
Harakka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Harakka misses with a hook.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harakka.
Harakka throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Harakka throws a sloppy head kick
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Harakka finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Harakka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice shot lands for Magrath.
Harakka tries a head kick but it misses.
Harakka throws a head kick but Magrath moves out of range.
Harakka tries to clinch there but Magrath circles away.
Harakka looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice shot by Magrath.#T3#
Harakka looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Harakka looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Harakka takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A lazy left from Magrath finds it's target.
Jab by Harakka.
The fighters circling - Harakka throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Harakka has closed the distance and engaged Magrath in a clinch.
Magrath blocks a body shot from Harakka.
Harakka goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Harakka swings wildly with an uppercut but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath tries a body shot but Harakka blocks it.
Harakka tries a body shot but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Harakka misses with some punches.
Magrath works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Harakka misses with a body punch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magrath.
Harakka can't find room to land a body shot as Magrath controls the action.
Magrath lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magrath blocks a body shot from Harakka. #T4#
A nice left hand lands by Harakka.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harakka misses with a hook to the ribs.
Harakka blocks a body shot from Magrath. #BC#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
Harakka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harakka throws out the jab.
Magrath checks the leg kick nicely there.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice defenses there by Harakka.
Harakka misses with a kick to the body.
Magrath defending well as Harakka loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Harakka throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Harakka slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harakka is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Harakka moved out of range nicely.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jab by Magrath.
Harakka lands a front kick.
Harakka tries to land a leg kick but Magrath saw it coming and moves away.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Harakka manages to avoid it.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Magrath checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL2#
Harakka gets a clinch.
Harakka blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Magrath lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Harakka's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#BC#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Harakka throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A slow jab from Harakka misses its intended target.
Magrath blocks a head kick by Harakka.
Harakka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harakka connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magrath's hands.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Harakka takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
That kick from Harakka tenderised Magrath's leg. Magrath is trying to keep his angry face on.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Harakka.
Harakka scores with a body shot.
Harakka drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Harakka misses with a straight right.
Harakka pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath scores with a decent looking hook.
Harakka slips a jab from Magrath.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Harakka.
Harakka throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Harakka has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magrath finds it's way round the side to connect with Harakka's head.
A jab from Magrath does it's job there.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harakka.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Harakka moved out of range.
Jab by Magrath.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harakka looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
A low kick from Harakka misses
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Harakka moves out of range of the leg kick from Magrath.
Harakka throws a big counter head kick but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Harakka takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Harakka throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow Harakka down.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab lands there for Harakka.
Harakka lands with an overhand left.
Harakka misses with a body kick.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Harakka slips the punch.
Harakka loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Harakka.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Harakka.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Harakka takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Harakka.
Harakka lands with a kick to the ribs. #T3#
Harakka looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Harakka misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath fires out a quick counter leg kick but Harakka just manages to avoid it.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Harakka bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magrath's head backwards.
Harakka takes a jab right on the kisser.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Harakka lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Harakka tried to score with a low kick but Magrath checks it.
Harakka connects with a right hand. Magrath shakes it off.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Harakka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Harakka connects with a leg kick.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Harakka pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
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!
Magrath cracks Harakka with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Harakka misses the shot to the body.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Harakka misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Magrath misses the target.
Harakka defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harakka. That did some damage!
A big right from Harakka misses.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Harakka tries to clinch but Magrath is having none of it.
Harakka thuds his right hand into Magrath's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Harakka looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magrath turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath checks the leg kick.
Magrath misses with a low kick as Harakka jumps back.
A cross from Magrath lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath keeps the fight on the outside.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Harakka wants to clinch.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Harakka's head but Harakka sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
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 Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Magrath keeps the fight on the outside.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Harakka misses the body punch
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Harakka 's knee.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Harakka has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Harakka uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Harakka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath moves out of range of the leg kick from Harakka.
Magrath walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A big left from Harakka misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath scores with a jab. Harakka acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Harakka lands a right hook to the body.
Harakka slips a jab from Magrath.
Harakka throws a low kick, looking for Magrath's leg but Magrath calmly moves out of range.
Magrath with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harakka looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T1#
Harakka turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Harakka will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath lands a lovely overhand right.
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath moved away.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Harakka is out of range.
Harakka misses with a body shot.
Magrath moves out of range of the leg kick from Harakka.
Harakka takes a jab right on the kisser.
Magrath digs a good body shot into Harakka's ribs.
Harakka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harakka connects with an inside leg kick.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Harakka chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Magrath scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magrath misses with a hook. Harakka ducked under it nicely.
Harakka loads up on a big right hand but Magrath slips the punch.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Magrath.
Magrath misses the jab.
Harakka throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Magrath checks a leg kick.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Harakka.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Harakka.
Harakka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Harakka on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Harakka listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath connects with a single shot there.
Harakka throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Harakka misses with a hook.
Magrath connects with a good right hand that stumbles Harakka. Harakka circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magrath lands with an overhand left.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Harakka's leg. Harakka is trying to keep his angry face on.
Magrath fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Harakka has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Harakka moves away from the strike by Magrath. #T3#
Magrath takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Magrath checks a leg kick nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Harakka misses the target.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Harakka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Harakka was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Harakka.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Harakka scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Harakka moves into the clinch.
Harakka digs a right hand underneath Magrath's ribcage. Magrath let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Harakka blocks an uppercut.
Harakka lands with a right to the head.
Harakka blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Harakka misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka blocks an uppercut.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Harakka.
Magrath lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Harakka.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Magrath lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Harakka backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch.
Harakka looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Harakka.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Harakka.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Harakka misses with a straight right.
Harakka moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Harakka takes one to the chin there.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Harakka misses with a looping left.
Harakka cracks Magrath with an open hand slap.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harakka lands with a cross.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Harakka tests Magrath's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Harakka checks it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath clearly takes that round.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Magrath takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Harakka with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Magrath to score with a decent uppercut.
Magrath fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Harakka has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Harakka's head.
Harakka throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Harakka takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Harakka throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Harakka takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Harakka throws a leg kick that misses.
Magrath lands with a straight right. Harakka didn't see that one coming.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Magrath checks the leg kick.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harakka. That did some damage!
Harakka misses with a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath blocks a head kick by Harakka.
Harakka ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Harakka. #T1#
Magrath lands with a hook. Harakka tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Harakka feints and then cracks Magrath's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magrath down.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Harakka ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Harakka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath connects with a right hand. Harakka shakes it off.
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka blocks it.
Harakka misses with an uppercut.
Harakka ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Harakka sees it coming and moves out of range.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Harakka misses with a body kick.
Harakka misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Magrath counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Harakka throws a low kick but Magrath moves out of range easily.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Magrath works the jab nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Harakka on the side of the head.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harakka.
Harakka blocks a leg kick.
Harakka digs a good hook to Magrath's body.
Harakka jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
An inside leg kick from Harakka misses.
Gustav Harakka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A jab from Magrath finds it's way through Harakka's defenses.
Harakka wants to land a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Harakka manages to avoid it.
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath moved away.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Harakka 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.
Harakka's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magrath connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Harakka scrambles back to his feet.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harakka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath takes one to the chin there.#T3#
Harakka uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Harakka.
Harakka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick.
Harakka on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Harakka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A leg kick checked by Magrath.
Magrath is looking to counter punch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Harakka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath moved away.
Harakka throws a lazy uppercut
and Harakka takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Harakka throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Harakka doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Harakka takes one on the button.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Harakka throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Harakka throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harakka.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harakka.
Harakka misses with a straight left.
Harakka tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Harakka on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Harakka moves out of range of the strikes.
Harakka fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
Harakka throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Harakka blocks a jab.
Magrath scores with the left hand. Harakka knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harakka misses with a looping left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
A solid leg kick lands there for Harakka.
Harakka is looking to land body kicks.
Magrath fires out a quick counter leg kick but Harakka just manages to avoid it.
Magrath lands a really nice looking cross but Harakka seems unphased.
Harakka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Magrath cracks Harakka with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Harakka throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Harakka.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Harakka.
Magrath throws the left hand but Harakka avoids the punch easily.
Harakka lands a nice looking kick to the body. Magrath takes a step back to recover.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Harakka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath jabs Harakka right on the nose. Harakka blinks but takes it well.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Harakka misses with a shot to the body
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Harakka's shoulder, as Harakka tries to avoid the shot.
Harakka drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath clobbers Harakka with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Harakka takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath connects with a body shot that sends Harakka's belly button to the back.
Magrath wants to slow Harakka down by chopping away at his legs.
Harakka on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Harakka misses with a straight left.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Harakka is out of range.
Harakka tried to score with a low kick but Magrath checks it.
Magrath moves out of range as Harakka throws a body kick.
Magrath takes one on the button.
A slapping leg kick lands for Harakka.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harakka ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A shot to the body from Harakka misses
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Harakka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Harakka looks for the body kick but Magrath saw that one coming.
A quick step to the side and Magrath tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Magrath throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harakka looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Harakka's head but Harakka sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And Harakka responds with a good body kick, but Magrath manages to step out the way in time.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harakka throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath walks into a jab.
Harakka throws an off balance right hand
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good exchange - Magrath coming out on top.
Harakka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Harakka takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Harakka tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Harakka on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Harakka misses with the combination. #T3#
Some bone on bone action there as Harakka checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Magrath scores with a nice right hand.
Magrath blocks a head kick by Harakka.
Harakka misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath tried to counter with a leg kick but Harakka avoided it.
Magrath tests Harakka's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Harakka throws a head kick but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath avoids the head kick by Harakka.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Harakka is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Magrath cracks Harakka with a good jab.
Magrath lands a jab to the nose.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Harakka.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Magrath slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Harakka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Harakka misses with a kick to the body.
Harakka drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab by Magrath.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Harakka is out of range.
Harakka misses with an uppercut.
As Harakka backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Harakka throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Harakka misses with a straight right.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harakka.
Harakka explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Harakka takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magrath throws a good cross that connects.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick.
Harakka lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harakka takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harakka.
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:47
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
Jaxon Magrath decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: DMMA 74: Magrath vs Lee 3     
Date:   Jan 15, 2022
#R1#
Magrath moves away from the strike by Lee.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Lee manages to avoid it.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Lee counters with a straight right hand.
Lee fails in his attempt to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Decent striking displayed by Magrath there.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.
Magrath takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath blocks a jab.
A solid body kick from Lee. #T1#
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lee's sensitive parts.
Magrath throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Lee checks it.
Nice shot lands for Magrath.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Magrath misses with a leg kick
and Lee counters with a good, hard body kick but Magrath shrugs it off.
Lee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Magrath moves forwards but Lee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lee checks the leg kick nicely there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lee! But no joy.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lee was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Magrath lands a head shot.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lee steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
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!
Lee takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Lee blocks a low kick nicely.
Lee walks into a left hand.
Magrath lands with a cross.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Lee is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Magrath with a body shot.#T3#
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lee.
Nice body punch from Magrath.
Lee on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magrath throws a solid leg kick but Lee takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magrath.
Lee thinks about the counter body kick.
Lee takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Lee sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Magrath throws a chopping leg kick but Lee manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lee! But no joy.
Lee shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and Lee counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magrath's knee momentarily.
A bone on bone clash there as Lee blocks the leg kick.
Lee let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T4#
Lee turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Lee counters with a thumping low kick.
Magrath throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Lee.
Lee looks to throw a body kick
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Lee walks into a stiff left hand from Magrath.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lee on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Magrath is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Magrath takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magrath throws a shot from downtown. Lee moves away and avoids it.
Lee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Magrath connects with a right hand. Lee shakes it off.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lee can do to turn this around?
Lee misses with a body punch
and Magrath counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lee! But no joy.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Lee slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Lee thinks about the counter body kick.
Lee tries to clinch there but Magrath circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand
and Lee counters with a stiff right hand.
Lee scores with a jab to the jaw.
Magrath misses with a leg kick
and Lee finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Lee.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lee might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Magrath has got the better of the exchanges.#T1#
Lee moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Magrath with a jab.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Lee counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magrath lands a jab to the head.
Lee lands a high kick!
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Lee on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magrath misses with a hook. Lee ducked under it nicely.
Lee was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lee looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lee takes a jab right on the kisser. #T2#
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Lee's head but Lee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lee is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Magrath connects with a single shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lee throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lee throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Lee works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lee drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Lee tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Lee's shoulder, as Lee tries to avoid the shot.
Lee only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T3#
Lee throws a shot to the body.
Magrath misses the jab.
Lee slips under a jab.
Lee flicks out a counter leg kick but Magrath steps away.
A jab from Magrath does it's job there.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lee has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lee and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Lee was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Lee's shoulder, as Lee tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath throws a jab when Lee was well out of range.
Lee replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Magrath blocks it well.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Lee's leg but Lee calmly moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lee checks a leg kick.
Lee shapes to counter with a head kick.#T4#
Lee throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Lee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lee just manages to avoid it.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lee misses the jab.
Lee walks into a stiff left hand from Magrath.
An inside leg kick from Magrath misses.
A punch combination from Lee misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Magrath keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lee. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magrath cracks Lee with a good jab.
Lee uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Decent striking displayed by Magrath there.
Lee tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath cracks Lee with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
It seemed like Lee was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lee's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Lee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Lee moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Lee is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lee slips a jab from Magrath.
Lee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Lee throws a predictable looking body shot
and Magrath counters with a nice body shot.
Lee misses with a low kick.
As Lee backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lee blocks a leg kick.
Lee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lee stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.#T2#
Lee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath cracks a nice hook into Lee's ribs.
Magrath misses with a left hand
and Lee counters with a stiff right hand.
Lee closes the distance but Magrath moves to the side
and Lee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath lands a slapping body shot.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Lee cracks a nice hook into Magrath's ribs.
Lee throws a hook to the side of Magrath's head but Magrath sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magrath takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Magrath cracks a nice hook into Lee's ribs.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Lee misses.
Nice defenses there by Lee.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
Lee swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Lee misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magrath moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Magrath connects with a body shot.
Magrath fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lee avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lee's head backwards.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Lee has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lee checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath staying out of range there.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee walks into a stiff left hand from Magrath.
Nice defenses there by Lee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Lee takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath misses with a hook. Lee ducked under it nicely.
Lee throws a left and a right that both miss
and Magrath counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magrath darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magrath thumps Lee with a low kick.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lee. That did some damage!
Decent striking displayed by Magrath there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Magrath throws a hook to the side of Lee's head but Lee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lee was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lee looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lee. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Decent striking displayed by Lee there.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lee throws out the jab.
Magrath throws a low kick but Lee avoids it.
Lee lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lee has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magrath finds it's way round the side to connect with Lee's head.
Lee gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Magrath.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
Lee takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lee has time to react.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Lee.
And Lee responds with a good body kick, but Magrath manages to step out the way in time.
Lee shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Lee throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Lee moves into the clinch.
Magrath tries to break free but Lee pushes him back against the cage.
Magrath has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lee.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knees in the clinch landing for Lee.
Lee misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magrath.
Magrath working aggressively here.
Lee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lee cracks Magrath with a nice body shot.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T3#
Knees in the clinch landing for Lee.
Magrath tries to break free but Lee pushes him back against the cage.
Lee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Lee.
Magrath scores with a shot to the side of Lee's head.
Lee missing with knees to the body.
Magrath tries to work over Lee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lee lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Magrath or not.
Lee landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Lee works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Lee has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magrath seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Lee can turn it around.
Lee lands a knee to the head.
Lee lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lee lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lee using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Lee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
Magrath blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Lee lands a shot to the body.#T4#
Lee lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A short uppercut from Lee.
Lee throws a knee to the head but misses.
Lee throws a punch but it's blocked by Magrath.
Lee misses with a punch on the inside.
Lee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lee.
Lee with an attempt at a knee that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magrath.
Magrath lands with a light punch inside.
A body shot lands from Lee.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Lee.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Lee obliges.
Lee throws a head punch that misses.
Magrath misses with a punch on the inside.
Magrath is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Magrath fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Jimmy Lee will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing.
Lee uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Magrath thumps Lee with a low kick.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lee.
Lee throws a sloppy body shot
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A decent looking cross lands there for Magrath.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
A nice side step and Lee 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.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lee's head.
Nice uppercut there from Magrath.
Magrath feints and then cracks Lee's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lee down. #T1#
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Lee.
A slow jab from Lee misses its intended target.
Lee swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Lee appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Lee tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magrath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lee throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lees jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lee tries to land a front kick but Magrath steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jimmy Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magrath lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lee takes one to the chin there.
Nice body kick from Lee.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Magrath swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Magrath scores with a body shot.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Lee.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Lee should have avoided that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magrath lands a lovely overhand right.#T3#
Magrath scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lee takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lee cracks Magrath with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lee takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Lee follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Magrath lands a right hook to the body.
Magrath fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T4#
Lee tries to move into range but Magrath moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lee.
An attempted straight right counter from Magrath misses the target.
Nice uppercut lands for Magrath. That snapped Lee's head back.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lee on the side of the head.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magrath paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magrath swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Lee should have avoided that one.
A lazy left from Lee finds it's target.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath misses with a leg kick
and Lee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:46
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Jaxon Magrath thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: DMMA 66: Magrath vs Harakka     
Date:   Dec 12, 2021
#R1#
Magrath connects with a body shot.
Magrath 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.
A slow jab from Harakka misses its intended target.
Harakka moves out of range of the strikes.
Harakka counters with a body kick.
Magrath attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath misses with a body kick.
Harakka on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magrath with a jab.
Magrath tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Harakka counters with a slapping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Magrath lands.
A left lands for Magrath.#T1#
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harakka let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magrath throws a predictable looking body shot
and Harakka counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harakka moves forwards but Magrath connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Harakka.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath. #CL#
Magrath takes the fight into the clinch.
Magrath lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Harakka's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magrath.
Nice body punch from Magrath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath misses with a body punch.
Harakka can't find room to land a body shot as Magrath controls the action.
Magrath throws a punch but it's blocked by Harakka.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Harakka takes a shot to the head.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magrath misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magrath.
Harakka swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Magrath escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Harakka thinks about the counter body kick.
Magrath thows a leg kick but Harakka checks it
and Harakka counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath thumps Harakka with a low kick.
Magrath works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T3#
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
letting Harakka counter with a right hand.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Harakka checks it.
It seemed like Harakka was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Harakka avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Harakka doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Magrath swings for the body but Harakka moves out of range.
Magrath misses with an uppercut
and Harakka counters with a nice leg kick.
Harakka blocks a jab.#T4#
Harakka misses with a hook.
It looked like Magrath wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Harakka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Magrath misses with a leg kick.
Harakka throws out a counter right but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Harakka on the side of the head.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka avoids it easily.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harakka moves out of range of the strikes.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harakka chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harakka takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Harakka counters with a nice leg kick.
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka blocks it.
Harakka is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Harakka can do to turn this around?
Magrath tries to land a leg kick but Harakka saw it coming and moves away.
Harakka throws a fast counter high kick but Magrath manages to duck under it in time.
Harakka shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Harakka walks into a straight right hand from Magrath.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Harakka raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Harakka chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him. #T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Harakka takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Harakka throws a big counter head kick but Magrath avoids it with no problem.
Magrath connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Harakka's hands.
Magrath throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Harakka on the side of the head.
Magrath misses with a hook. Harakka ducked under it nicely.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Harakka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magrath scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A jab from Magrath finds it's way through Harakka's defenses.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harakka appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Harakka has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Magrath moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromHarakka.
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!
Magrath throws a predictable looking body shot
and Harakka counters with a head kick. That will keep Magrath thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Harakka is just out of range.
Harakka looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Harakka manages to avoid it.
Harakka replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Magrath blocks it well.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T3#
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Magrath dips to his left and cracks Harakka with an uppercut!
Magrath sizes up Harakka with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Magrath throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Harakka on the side of the head.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Harakka sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath cracks Harakka with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Harakka has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
A left lands for Harakka.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Harakka feints a counter leg kick.
Magrath scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Harakka blocks a jab.
Harakka looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Harakka's sensitive parts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Harakka momentarily.
Magrath throws a body punch but Harakka moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Harakka misses.
Magrath wants to land a leg kick but Harakka is out of range.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Harakka is just out of range.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Harakka moved out of range.
It seemed like Harakka was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Magrath instigates a clinch.
Harakka gets through Magrath's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Harakka throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Good work by Harakka as he checks the leg kick.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Harakka takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Magrath misses with a kick to the body.
Harakka takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath throws a good cross that connects.
Harakka throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harakka checks a leg kick nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Harakka! But no joy.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Harakka takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T1#
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Harakka saw that one coming.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harakka. That did some damage!
Harakka drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Harakka.
Magrath catches Harakka with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Harakka moves forwards but Magrath connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Harakka was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Harakka was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T2#
Magrath swings for the body but Harakka moves out of range.
Harakka looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath is looking to slow Harakka down with leg kicks.
Magrath takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Harakka was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Harakka should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harakka takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath pivots, looking for a leg kick but Harakka is out of range and Magrath settles back down.
Harakka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magrath tries to close the distance and clinch but Harakka swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Harakka replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Magrath blocks it well.#T3#
Magrath lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Harakka at a distance.
Harakka uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Harakka walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Harakka doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Harakka's legs.
Harakka looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Harakka is just out of range.
Magrath tries to work over Harakka's front leg with a kick but Harakka checks it.
Harakka walks into a left hand. #T4#
Magrath lands the left hand.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Harakka checks it well.
Magrath shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magrath's jab looks to have found its range, popping Harakka under the eye.
Magrath lands with an uppercut that bounces Harakka off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Harakka thinks about the counter body kick.
Magrath tests Harakka's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Harakka.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harakka.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Magrath misses with a leg kick.
Harakka replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Magrath blocks it well.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Magrath tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Harakka is able to avoid easily.
Magrath lands with an overhand left.
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a front kick aimed at Harakka's knee but Harakka avoids it well.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath wants to land a leg kick but Harakka is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harakka gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Magrath changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Harakka's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magrath tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Harakka paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Harakka on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Harakka has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath connects with a good right hand that stumbles Harakka. Harakka circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magrath scores with the left hand. Harakka knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice shot by Magrath.
Magrath misses with the body kick
and Harakka counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Harakka on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Harakka walks into a jab.
Harakka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Harakka.
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Magrath connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harakka. That did some damage!
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A thudding body kick lands there by Magrath!
Harakka checks the leg kick.#T3#
Harakka stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Harakka.
Harakka is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Harakka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Harakka walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
An inside leg kick from Magrath misses.
Magrath smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Magrath scores with a push kick.
Harakka takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Harakka looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Harakka takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Harakka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Harakka steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harakka has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Harakka on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Harakka checks the leg kick.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath had his way with Gustav Harakka in that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Harakka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Harakka appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gustav Harakka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Harakka's leg. Harakka is trying to keep his angry face on.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Harakka manages to avoid it.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harakka takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Harakka on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Harakka moved out of range.
Harakka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Harakka cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Harakka slips a straight right by Magrath.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Harakka.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Harakka ducks down to avoid it.
Harakka feints a counter leg kick.#CL#
Magrath closes the distance and clinches.
Magrath lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magrath lands a hook to the side of the head.
Harakka works on Magrath's body with a couple of short punches.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Harakka lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Magrath.#T2#
Harakka fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harakka throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Harakka lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jaxon Magrath has scored more points in the clinch so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harakka working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Harakka gets through Magrath's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Harakka lands a right hand.
Harakka misses with some punches.
Magrath tries a body shot but Harakka blocks it.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harakka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magrath's elbow.
Magrath misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Harakka scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Harakka misses with a body punch.
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harakka blocks a body shot from Magrath.
Magrath can't find room to land a body shot as Harakka controls the action.
Harakka can't find room to land a body shot as Magrath controls the action.
Harakka swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harakka misses with a punch on the inside.
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Nice body punch from Magrath - that landed with a thud.
Magrath misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magrath swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magrath throws a punch but it's blocked by Harakka.
Magrath lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Harakka throws a punch but it's blocked by Magrath.
Harakka misses with some punches.
Harakka blocking some punches.
Magrath can't find room to land a body shot as Harakka controls the action.
Magrath tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Harakka misses with a punch on the inside.
Harakka fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harakka misses with the head strike.
Harakka tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harakka misses with a short punch on the inside.
Harakka throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magraths head. #T4#
Magrath blocks a body shot from Harakka.
Harakka misses with the head strike.
Harakka lands with a left to the head.
Magrath blocks an uppercut.
Harakka tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magrath blocking some punches.
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harakka swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harakka has a couple of punches blocked by Magrath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Harakka tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harakka.
Harakka swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magrath.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 49:44
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:44
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: DMMA 57: Magrath vs Polus     
Date:   Nov 06, 2021
#R1#
Polus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Polus throws a shot from downtown. Magrath moves away and avoids it.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Polus moves away.
Magrath throws the kick towards the body but Polus avoids it.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Magrath shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Polus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Donk. Polus catches Magrath right on the button with a cross.
A leg kick checked by Polus.
And Polus tries to counter it with a takedown but Magrath pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Polus steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Magrath.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Polus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
Magrath throws a solid leg kick but Polus takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magrath.
Magrath sets himself, and Polus steps forward looking for the clinch! Magrath avoids it this time.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Polus's sensitive parts.
Polus moves out of range as Magrath strikes.#T1#
Polus cracks Magrath with a right hand to the side of the head.
Polus throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Polus closes the distance and pushes Magrath back into the cage.
Polus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Magrath walks away with a smile on his face. Polus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Magrath scores with a jab to the head.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Polus checks a leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Polus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Polus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Polus misses.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Polus was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.
Polus moves out of range of the body kick from Magrath.
Polus checks a leg kick.
Polus with the counter takedown but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Polus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Magrath paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Magrath jabs Polus right on the nose. Polus blinks but takes it well.
Polus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath tries to land a leg kick but Polus saw it coming and moves away.
Polus feints the counter takedown.
Polus misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Polus missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Polus might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Polus takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Magrath tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Polus is able to avoid easily.
Magrath slips a straight right by Polus.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick.
Polus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Polus looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Polus swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range. #T3#
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Polus's leg but Polus calmly moves out of range.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Magrath with a hook.
Magrath will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Polus.
Polus takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Polus scores with a jab. Magrath acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Polus takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Polus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Polus digs a good body shot into Magrath's ribs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magrath, as that shot connected. #CL2#
Polus has taken the fight to the clinch. #T4#
Magrath lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Polus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magrath doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magrath throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Polus.
Magrath lands with a right to the head.
Magrath gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Polus.
Polus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magrath has a couple of punches blocked by Polus.
Magrath lands with a left to the head.
Polus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Magrath prevents it.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raminus Polus.
Polus blocks an uppercut.
Magrath misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Polus's elbow.
Polus struggles to land a body shot inside as Magrath controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath 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 cross from Magrath lands.
Polus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Polus.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Polus counters with a single leg into guard. Magrath didn't expect that.
Polus passes Magrath's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Polus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magrath is just riding it out for now. Polus eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Polus is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magrath doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Polus. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Polus wants to free his trapped foot but Magrath is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Magrath manages to get to full guard.
Magrath looking for a sweep. Not yet Magrath, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magrath looking to control.
Polus looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magrath controls Polus momentarily but Polus frees himself.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Polus tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magrath throws a hook but Polus avoids it easily.#T3#
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath fails in his attempt to clinch.
Magrath walks into a straight right hand from Polus.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Polus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Polus tries to clinch but Magrath moves out of range.
Polus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.#CL#
Magrath moves into the clinch successfully.
A body shot lands from Polus.
Magrath working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Polus. #BC#
Magrath breaks from the clinch.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Polus tries to clinch up.
As Polus backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath lands a nice shot that snaps Polus's head back. #T4#
Polus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Magrath attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Polus does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Polus tries to clinch up.
Magrath throws a low kick but Polus avoids it.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Polus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Polus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath tests Polus's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Polus moves into range and clinches up with Magrath.
Polus lands a nice uppercut.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Polus can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Polus blocks an uppercut.
Magrath lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magrath tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Polus's elbow.
Magrath doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
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 Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Polus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Polus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Polus swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath throws a shot to the body.
Polus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Polus.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Polus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath tries a low kick but Polus avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The fighters circling - Polus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Polus blocks the body kick.
Polus avoids the body shot from Magrath. #T1#
Polus throws a shot to the body.
Polus throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath throws a push kick but Polus slaps the foot to one side.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Polus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Polus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Polus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Magrath.
Magrath scores with a nice strike.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Polus is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
Polus fails to pull guard.
Nice body punch from Magrath - that landed with a thud.
Polus misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Magrath scores with a nice short uppercut.#T2#
Still in the clinch, Magrath scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magrath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magrath.
Polus goes for a takedown attempt but Magrath pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raminus Polus.
Magrath thumps Polus with a low kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Polus moved away.
Magrath gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Polus tries to clinch up but Magrath circles away and keeps his distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Magrath misses the target.
Nice body kick there by Magrath.
A big right from Magrath misses. #CL2#
Polus drives through and clinches with Magrath against the cage. #BC#
Magrath escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice cross by Magrath.#T3#
Polus checks a leg kick nicely.
Polus shoots and misses
and Magrath counters with a slapping leg kick.
Polus misses with a hook.
Magrath finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And Polus tries to counter it with a takedown but Magrath pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice defenses there by Magrath.
Polus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magrath.
Magrath scores with a shot to the body.
Magrath throws the left hand but Polus avoids the punch easily.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Polus scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath 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.
Polus walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A swing and a miss from Polus.#T4#
Polus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Magrath darts in and clinches Polus up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Polus fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magrath.
Magrath lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magrath lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magrath makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magrath stops a takedown attempt from Polus.
Good body shot from Magrath.
Polus misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch.
Polus checks a leg kick.
Polus is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Magrath is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Magrath lands a jab to Polus's midsection.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Polus's leg. Polus is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Polus. #SUB2#
Polus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Magrath is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Magrath tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath is working hard here to advance position.
Polus tries to advance position but instead Magrath slips a leg back in to half guard.
Polus prevents Magrath from improving his position.#T1#
Polus wants to pass to mount but Magrath is defending the position.
Magrath is looking for a sweep. Polus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Polus is looking for a kimura but Magrath is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Polus to get the leverage. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Polus is trying to work for a kimura but Magrath is defending well.
Raminus Polus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Magrath wants to control but Polus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Polus trying to mount his opponent but Magrath defends it.
Magrath wants to control but Polus is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Polus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Polus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Magrath slips under a jab from Polus.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Polus misses with a hook.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Polus.
A slow jab from Polus misses its intended target.
Polus throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Polus is looking to clinch but Magrath is avoiding it.
Magrath misses with a hook. Polus ducked under it nicely.
Polus misses the shot to the body.
Polus walks into a stiff left hand from Magrath.
Polus takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Magrath looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Polus misses with a shot to the body
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath tried to score with a low kick but Polus checks it.
Polus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Polus.
Polus tries to counter with a clinch but Magrath shakes him off and moves away.#T4#
Polus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath connects with a body shot that sends Polus's belly button to the back.
A left lands for Magrath.
Polus moves into range and connects with a jab.
Magrath takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Polus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Polus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Polus throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Magrath was covering up waiting for the punch and Polus finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Polus being controlled here momentarily.
Polus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raminus Polus dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
A clash of legs there as Polus blocks the low kick.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Polus's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Magrath wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
Magrath tries to keep at a distance but Polus has taken the fight into the clinch.
Magrath scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Magrath.
Polus has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magrath seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Polus can turn it around.
Polus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magrath misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Polus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Magrath as he avoids it easily.
Polus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Magrath sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raminus Polus.
Polus fails with the takedown
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Polus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Polus.
Polus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magrath.
The fight stays on the outside here - Polus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Polus moved away.
Polus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Polus is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Polus is looking to clinch.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
Polus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath pivots, looking for a leg kick but Polus is out of range and Magrath settles back down.
Raminus Polus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Polus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Polus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Polus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath tried to counter with a leg kick but Polus avoided it.
Polus stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Polus throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Magrath cracks Polus with a right hand to the side of the head.
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
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!
Polus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Polus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Magrath lands a slapping body shot.
Polus has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Magrath throws a body punch but Polus moves out of range. #TD2#
Polus closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Magrath did well to prevent Polus getting side control.#SUB2#
Polus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magrath is just riding it out for now. Polus eventually gives up the hold.
Magrath is trying to control but can't.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Polus is looking for a kimura but Magrath is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Polus to get the leverage.
Polus prevents Magrath from improving his position.
Polus throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Magrath wants to improve his position but Polus is controlling well.
Polus throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Polus throwing shots but Magrath is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Polus is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magrath has managed to free his arm - good work.
Polus missing with the ground and pound from half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:46
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Jaxon Magrath 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: DMMA 51: Magrath vs Lehto     
Date:   Oct 16, 2021
#R1#
Lehto scores with a spinning back kick!
Lehto throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Magrath counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lehto thows a body kick. Magrath tries to catch it but that hurt him. #CL2#
Lehto clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lehto tries to clinch there but Magrath circles away.
Lehto tries to land a body kick
letting Magrath counter with a right hand.
Lehto looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Nice defenses there by Lehto.
Lehto looks for the body kick but Magrath saw that one coming.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Magrath misses with a low kick as Lehto jumps back.
Lehto misses with an attempted mid kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lehto.
Tatu Lehto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Lehto fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Magrath has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Magrath lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lehto shoots in but Magrath avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Magrath has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lehto.
Lehto misses with a leg kick.
Lehto throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lehto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Magrath motions for Lehto to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A lazy body kick from Lehto
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lehto or perhaps it was just good defense by Magrath, which made it look bad.
Lehto throws a body kick that misses
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lehto's knee momentarily.#T2#
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lehto throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lehto misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lehto takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Good leg kick by Lehto.
Lehto goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lehto tries to clinch up but Magrath circles away and keeps his distance.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Lehto's leg. Lehto is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lehto misses with a kick to the body.
And Magrath counters with a quick kick to the body but Lehto blocks it.#KD#
Magrath lands a big right hand that sends Lehto crashing to the mat! Magrath stays standing though and waves Lehto back to his feet!#ROC#Lehto is rocked!#T3#
Lehto throws a front kick aimed at Magrath's knee but Magrath avoids it well.
Lehto lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lehto throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Magrath misses its target.
Magrath blocks a head kick by Lehto.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Lehto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath wants to slow Lehto down by chopping away at his legs.
Lehto throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Magrath rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lehto moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lehto misses with a kick to the body.
Magrath was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lehto tries to land a front kick but Magrath steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lehto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lehto flicks out a counter leg kick but Magrath steps away.
Lehto misses with a low kick.
Lehto looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.#T4#
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Lehto.
Lehto connects with a leg kick.
Lehto throws out a leg kick but Magrath moves out of range and Lehto only half commits.
Lehto thumps Magrath with a low kick.
Lehto throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lehto is out of range.
Lehto steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Lehto throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Magrath moves out of range as Lehto throws a body kick.
Magrath chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lehto can pounce on him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lehto gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Magrath counters with a left to the body.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tatu Lehto.
Lehto throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Lehto moves into range and clinches up with Magrath.
Magrath makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magrath lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magrath is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#BC#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magrath fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lehto tries to counter with a clinch but Magrath shakes him off and moves away.
Lehto lets loose with a powerful body kick. Magrath will feel that in the morning.
Magrath scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lehto throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a thumping low kick.
Lehto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Lehto lands a head kick. Magrath smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lehto.
Lehto misses with a low kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lehto.
Lehto throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and moves out of range. #T1#
Lehto misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lehto fails with a takedown attempt.
Lehto shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magrath fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lehto manages to avoid it.
Jaxon Magrath is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Jab by Magrath.
Lehto looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Lehto attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Magrath misses the target.
Lehto avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lehto throws a head kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Magrath misses its target.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Lehto throws a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Lehto with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lehto. That's going to slow Magrath down. #T2#
Lehto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lehto tries to land a front kick but Magrath steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magrath takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lehto throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lehto looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Magrath takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lehto is looking to clinch.
Magrath throws a right and a left that both miss.
A low kick from Lehto is predictable there
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Lehto tries to land a front kick but Magrath steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magrath paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lehto scores with a leg kick.
Lehto blocks a leg kick.#T3#
Lehto looks to throw a body kick
and Magrath counters with a nice body shot.
Lehto looks for the body kick but Magrath saw that one coming.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Lehto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath throws a low kick but Lehto moves out of range easily.
Magrath takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lehto throws a body kick that misses.
Lehto throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Magrath keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Magrath 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.
Lehto drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lehto misses with a kick to the body
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.
Lehto is still on wobbly legs! Can Magrath finish him?
Lehto with a lazy takedown attempt
and Magrath counters with a huge left! Lehto is in big trouble! He's backing up but Magrath isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Lehto from any more damage. A dominating finish by Magrath!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jaxon Magrath!
Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Jaxon Magrath thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Tatu Lehto stepped up to the mic, saying 'Vandamnit! '.

 

Event: DMMA 41: Magrath vs Harakka     
Date:   Sep 04, 2021
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Harakka. Beautiful body shot.
Magrath misses with a straight left.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
Harakka misses with an attempted mid kick.
Harakka digs a good hook to Magrath's body.
Harakka swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Magrath seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Harakka tries a head kick but it misses.
Magrath appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Harakka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magrath lands a really nice looking cross but Harakka seems unphased.
Harakka throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magrath counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Harakka thinking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body kick there by Harakka.
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Harakka off balance momentarily.
Magrath checks the leg kick nicely there.
Magrath waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Harakka.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Harakka swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.#T1#
Harakka connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magrath jabs Harakka to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Harakka throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Harakka scores with a decent looking hook.
Harakka misses with a looping right.
Harakka throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Harakka has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Harakka there as he acknowledges the shot.
Magrath takes a swing at Harakka's ribcage but misses.
Jab from Magrath.
Magrath takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magrath takes one to the side of the head.
Harakka tries a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Harakka uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a low kick but it's checked well by Harakka.
Nice defenses there by Harakka.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Harakka tries a head kick but it misses.
Magrath wants to slow Harakka down by chopping away at his legs.
Harakka misses with a body kick.
Harakka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magrath.
Harakka throws a low kick, looking for Magrath's leg but Magrath calmly moves out of range.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Harakka.
Harakka is looking to land body kicks.
Harakka throws a hook but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Harakka off balance momentarily.
Harakka moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka blocks it.
Harakka wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Harakka tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Harakka will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Harakka throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Harakka with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Harakka misses with an uppercut
and Magrath counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Harakka.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Harakka's leg but Harakka calmly moves out of range.
Harakka has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Magrath finds it's way round the side to connect with Harakka's head.
Magrath uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harakka.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A swing and a miss from Harakka.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Harakka's leg. Harakka is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Harakka fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Magrath checks it well.
Harakka misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Harakka moved out of range nicely.
Magrath takes a jab right on the kisser.
Harakka tries to work over Magrath's front leg with a kick but Magrath checks it.
Magrath swings for the body but Harakka moves out of range.
Harakka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Harakka throws a head kick but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath misses with a left hand
and Harakka counters with a nice leg kick.
Magrath drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Harakka misses with a head kick. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harakka tries to score with a low kick but Magrath moves his leg out of the way.
Magrath scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Harakka doesn't seem bothered though.
Magrath lands with a thumping leg kick.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Magrath backing away here, and Harakka unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath cracks Harakka with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Harakka scores with a hook.
Harakka misses with a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Harakka throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harakka misses with a right hand
and Magrath counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Harakka wants to clinch up but Magrath keeps it at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harakka lands with a kick to the temple. Magrath shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Harakka throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Harakka is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Magrath had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Harakka takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Harakka throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath scores with a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gustav Harakka will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A head kick misses from Harakka.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Harakka.
Magrath was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Harakka lands a really nice looking cross but Magrath seems unphased.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Harakka slips the punch.
Harakka throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath throws out a leg kick but Harakka moves out of range and Magrath only half commits.
Magrath connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magrath pivots, looking for a leg kick but Harakka is out of range and Magrath settles back down.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Harakka slips the punch.
Magrath gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Harakka.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath tests Harakka's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magrath avoids the head kick by Harakka.
Harakka feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Magraths jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gustav Harakka seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick by Harakka misses
and Harakka takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Harakka.
Magrath motions for Harakka to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Magrath is looking to chop away at Harakka's legs.
Harakka's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Magrath cracks Harakka with a right hand to the side of the head.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
Good work by Magrath as he checks the leg kick.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Harakka.
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Harakka's front leg but catches the back leg as Harakka tries to avoid it.
Harakka scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Harakka tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A shot to the liver by Harakka. Beautiful body shot.
Magrath throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Harakka takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Magrath connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Harakka looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Harakka looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Harakka swinging wildly here. #T2#
Magrath fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Magrath is looking to slow Harakka down with leg kicks.
Magrath lands a slapping body shot.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
Harakka misses with a straight right.
Magrath scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Harakka walks into a stiff left hand from Magrath.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Harakka slips the punch.
Harakka throws a low kick but it's checked well by Magrath.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Harakka throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magrath counters with a left to the body.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Magrath misses the jab.
Harakka throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath wants to slow Harakka down by chopping away at his legs.
Gustav Harakka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harakka misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Harakka takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A low kick lands for Magrath.
Harakka checks the leg kick nicely there.
Harakka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Harakka ducks down to avoid it.
Harakka listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Harakka 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.
Magrath attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters circling a little - Harakka finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Magrath uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harakka.
Donk. Magrath catches Harakka right on the button with a cross.
Magrath connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magrath chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Harakka can pounce on him.
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka blocks it.
Harakka drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Harakka throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Magrath lands a nice shot that snaps Harakka's head back.
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath checks it.
Magrath fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Harakka looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Harakka lands a leg kick that knocks Magrath off balance momentarily.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses.
Harakka takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Magrath throws a low kick but Harakka moves out of range easily.
Magrath fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Harakka moves away.
Harakka is looking to slow Magrath down with leg kicks.
Harakka has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Magrath throws out a leg kick but Harakka moves out of range and Magrath only half commits.
Harakka throws a body kick that misses.
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Harakka misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Harakka is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath just misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka lands a head kick!
Harakka swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Harakka tries a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harakka throws out the jab.
Harakka thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Magrath if he has to take too many more of those.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Harakka moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harakka throws out the jab.
Harakka drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Harakka.
Harakka swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Harakka has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Harakka there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Harakka's front leg but catches the back leg as Harakka tries to avoid it.
Harakka looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Harakka fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Magrath looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Magrath motions for Harakka to come forward. Magrath throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Harakka's legs.
Harakka tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body punch from Harakka.
A bone on bone clash there as Harakka blocks the leg kick.
Harakka just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Harakka throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A little feinted left hand from Magrath on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Harakka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Harakka tries to land a front kick but Magrath steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Harakka clinches with his opponent.
Magrath lands a body punch. #BC#
Magrath breaks from the clinch.
Harakka walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magrath checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Harakka throws a body shot but no joy.
Harakka misses with an uppercut
and Magrath makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Harakka misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka working aggressively here.
Harakka blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magrath lands with a right to the head.
Magrath misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
A body shot lands from Magrath.
Harakka tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harakka lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magrath backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Magrath fails to land.
A short right from Magrath.
Harakka throws a head punch that misses.
Harakka stalling in the clinch but Magrath improves position.
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Harakka.
Magrath struggles to land a body shot inside as Harakka controls his hands.
Harakka scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magrath misses with a hook to the ribs.
Harakka is trying to force a seperation but Magrath has the dominant position.
Harakka swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Harakka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath feints and then cracks Harakka's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Harakka down.
Magrath avoids a kick to the body.
Harakka throws the left hand but Magrath avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Harakka fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Harakka scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magrath darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Harakka swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath scores with a crisp jab that stopped Harakka in his tracks.
Magrath thuds a left hand into Harakka's body.
Magrath takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Harakka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath throws a chopping leg kick but Harakka manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Magrath thuds his right hand into Harakka's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Harakka feints a counter leg kick.
Magrath tries to work over Harakka's front leg with a kick but Harakka checks it.
Harakka now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jaxon Magrath did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Harakka staying out of range there.
Magrath fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Harakka checks it well.
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Harakka throws a head kick but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath throws a low kick but Harakka moves out of range easily.
Magrath is looking to slow Harakka down with leg kicks.
Harakka fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath lands with a nice body punch.
Magrath throws a leg kick which misses Harakka's front leg but catches the back leg as Harakka tries to avoid it.
Harakka lands with a thumping leg kick.
Magrath throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Harakka on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harakka throws a low kick, looking for Magrath's leg but Magrath calmly moves out of range.
Harakka lands with an overhand left.
Harakka misses with a straight right.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Harakka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Harakka swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Harakka moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Magrath lands a head shot.
Magrath blocks the body kick.
An inside leg kick from Harakka misses.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Harakka tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Harakka misses with a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Harakka takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Harakka takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Harakka takes a jab right on the kisser.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Harakka throws a sloppy head kick and Magrath moves out of range easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Magrath blocks the leg kick.
As Harakka backs away, Magrath returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath tried to score with a low kick but Harakka checks it.#T2#
Magrath scores with a jab to the body.
Harakka throws a lazy uppercut
and Magrath counters with a nice low kick that buckles Harakka's knee momentarily.
Magrath digs a good body shot into Harakka's ribs.
Harakka misses the shot to the body.
Harakka connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Harakka on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Harakka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Harakka.
Jab, jab by Magrath - just one landing.
Harakka throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Harakka tries to work over Magrath's front leg with a kick but Magrath checks it.
The fighters circling - Harakka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Harakka gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Magrath.
Magrath throws out a powerful jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Harakka ducks right into an uppercut from Magrath. #T3#
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Harakka dips to his left and cracks Magrath with an uppercut!
Magrath throws a hook but Harakka blocks it.
Harakka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Harakka throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a nice leg kick.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Harakka's legs.
Harakka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Harakka throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harakka throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Magrath is looking to chop away at Harakka's legs.
Magrath scores with a leg kick.
Harakka thumps Magrath with a low kick.
Harakka wants to slow Magrath down by chopping away at his legs.
Harakka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Harakka checks a leg kick.
Nice cross by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Magrath checks a leg kick.
Harakka tries a low kick but Magrath avoids it.
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!
Harakka throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
A big right from Harakka misses.
Harakka connects with a high kick.
Magrath avoids the head kick by Harakka.
Magrath is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Harakka on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magrath scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Harakka moved away.
A bone on bone clash there as Magrath blocks the leg kick.
Magrath scores with a jab to the jaw.
Harakka drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath had his way with Gustav Harakka in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Harakka walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Magrath slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Harakka wants to land a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Harakka throws a head kick but Magrath moves out of range.
Harakka throws a leg kick
and Magrath counters with an outside leg kick.
Magrath displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harakka throws out the jab.
Magrath avoids a kick to the body.
Magrath connects with a body shot that sends Harakka's belly button to the back.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Harakka's hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harakka throws a half hearted mid kick.
Harakka throws a low kick but Magrath moves out of range easily.
Magrath feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Magrath throws a front kick aimed at Harakka's knee but Harakka avoids it well.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Donk. Magrath catches Harakka right on the button with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harakka swings away with a body shot that misses
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Harakka misses with a kick to the body.
Harakka misses with a head kick.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harakka.
Harakka fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Magrath has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Harakka wants to land a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Harakka misses with a leg kick.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Harakka throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Harakka throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Harakka takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Magrath avoids the head kick by Harakka.
Harakka attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath defending well as Harakka loads up on a big left hand.
Harakka throws a sloppy head kick
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Harakka is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Harakka misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Harakka misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Harakka fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Harakka's head.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath digs a good body shot into Harakka's ribs.
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!
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Harakka's sensitive parts.
Magrath blocks the body kick.
Harakka connects with a right hand. Magrath shakes it off.
Magrath avoids the head kick by Harakka.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Harakka throws a body kick that misses.
A nice leg kick from Magrath, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Harakka misses with a body kick.
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a low kick but Harakka moves out of range easily. #T3#
Harakka slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Magrath is looking to slow Harakka down with leg kicks.
Some bone on bone action there as Harakka checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It seemed like Harakka was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Harakka.
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Magrath finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Harakka throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.
Harakka on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
Harakka misses with a kick to the body.
Harakka throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Magrath checks the leg kick.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Harakka throws a front kick aimed at Magrath's knee but Magrath avoids it well. #T4#
Magrath bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Harakka's head.
Harakka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath fires out a quick counter leg kick but Harakka just manages to avoid it.
Gustav Harakka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magrath misses with a body shot.
A big left from Harakka misses.
Harakka shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
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!
Good leg kick by Magrath.
Magrath throws a body punch but Harakka moves out of range.
Harakka looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Harakka takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Harakka misses with a looping left.
Magrath with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A lazy left from Harakka finds it's target.
Magrath lands a nice hook to Harakka's body. Harakka takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Harakka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:47
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: DMMA 31: Magrath vs Lee     
Date:   Jul 31, 2021
#R1#
Lee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've been informed that Magrath 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.
Lee wants to slow Magrath down by chopping away at his legs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Magrath.
Lee lands a jab to Magrath's midsection.
Good exchange - Magrath coming out on top.
Lee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice cross by Magrath.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath lands a slapping body shot.
Lee moves out of range of the strikes.
Lee throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Lee.
Lee looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lee throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Lee pivots, looking for a leg kick but Magrath is out of range and Lee settles back down.
Magrath checks the leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Magrath.
Lee ducks right into an uppercut from Magrath. #T1#
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Lee uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Magrath has time to react.
Magrath takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lee will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Magrath lands with a shot to the body.
Lee motions for Magrath to come forward. Lee throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magrath misses the shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Lee moves forwards but Magrath connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lee definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Lee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magrath steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lee.
A decent looking cross lands there for Magrath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magrath loads up on a big right hand but Lee slips the punch.
Lee connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
Magrath lands with a shot to the body.
Lee throws the kick towards the body but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Magrath takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Lee misses with an uppercut
and Lee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice body kick from Lee.
Lee scores with a jab.
Lee looks to land a right hand but Magrath moved out of range.
Lee slips a jab from Magrath.
Lee throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lee scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Lee moved away.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Lee misses with a body kick. #T3#
Magrath moves out of range as Lee strikes.
Lee misses with a low kick.
Lee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Lee with a hook.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Lee ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Magrath walks into a jab.
Lee takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Magrath scores with a shot to the body.
Lee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magrath checks a leg kick nicely.
Lee lands an overhand right.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Lee counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
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!
Lee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
A big right from Magrath misses.
Lee scores with a sloppy right hand. Magrath should have avoided that one.
Lee looks to throw a body kick
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Lee on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Lee looks to throw the jab but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath punishes Lee's body with a nice straight punch.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A lazy left from Lee finds it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Lee checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lee throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath thuds a left hand into Lee's body.
A shot to the liver by Lee. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Lee misses.
Magrath walks into a straight right hand from Lee.
Lee throws a poor cross that misses
and Lee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
Lee blocks a jab.
Magrath pushes Lee away with a front kick.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee looks to land a combination but Magrath avoids it well.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Lee misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magrath let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lee throws a good cross that connects.
Lee just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magrath avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magrath now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lee misses with an uppercut.
Lee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath looks to land a left hand but Lee moved out of range nicely.
Lee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Magrath.
Lee throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab lands there for Lee.
Lee fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lee is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big left from Lee misses.
Lee moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Lee on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
Magrath misses with a kick to the body.
Lee avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Some bone on bone action there as Magrath checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut there from Magrath.
Lee throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Lee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magrath.
Magrath swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lee checks a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Magrath.
Magrath throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lee counters with a nice uppercut.
Magrath takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lee misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Lee throws a wild body kick that Magrath sees coming a mile off.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lee throws a leg kick but Magrath sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Lee checks the leg kick.
Lee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lee cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Lee is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lee misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Magrath lands a jab.
Magrath scores with a spinning back kick!
Lee misses with a looping right.
Lee cracks Magrath with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Lee.
Magrath moves out of range as Lee throws a body kick. #T3#
A big right from Magrath misses.
Lee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lee throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Magrath does it's job there.
Magrath lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lee throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Lee moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lee lunges at Magrath with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magrath's hand.
Magrath checks a leg kick.
Lee feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Magraths jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magrath blocks a low kick nicely.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lee.
A little jabbing left from Magrath on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Lee.
Magrath slips a straight right by Lee.
Lee throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath checks the leg kick nicely there. #T4#
Magrath scores with a jab. Lee acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magrath connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lee. Lee circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lee takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lee misses with a kick to the body.
Lee misses with a leg kick
and Magrath counters with a straight right hand.
Lee delivers a nice body kick.
A jab from Magrath finds it's way through Lee's defenses.
Magrath throws a body punch but Lee moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Lee moves out of range of the strikes.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Lee's shoulder, as Lee tries to avoid the shot.
Lee misses the jab.
A head kick by Lee misses
and Magrath counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Magrath jabs at Lee's body.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lee missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Lee scores with the left hand. Magrath knows he should have avoided that one.
Lee lands a lovely overhand right.
Magrath scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice body punch from Magrath. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
Magrath misses with a kick to the body.
Magrath throws a body punch but Lee moves out of range.
Lee appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Lee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lee delivers a nice body kick.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
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!
Magrath misses the jab.
Lee misses with a lunging right hand
and Magrath connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
Lee checks the leg kick.
Lee tries to counter by clinching up but Magrath breaks away and moves out of range.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lee connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lee lands a really nice looking cross but Magrath seems unphased.
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magrath ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lee throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Magrath 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.
Jab, jab by Lee - just one landing.
Lee ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magrath has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lee.
Magrath fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Magrath throws a jab when Lee was well out of range.
Lee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magrath moves away.
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!
Lee scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lee doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Lee throws a right hand that misses
and Magrath counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Lee throws a quick inside leg kick.
Magrath keeps the fight on the outside.
Magrath uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lee.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lee throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Lee throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath ducks under a wild hook from Lee.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Magrath lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lee moves in looking to clinch but Magrath pushes him off.
Lee takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Magrath wants to land a leg kick but Lee is out of range.
Magrath lands a right hook to the body.
Magrath 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.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.#T3#
Lee uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Lee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magrath tries a quick counter leg kick but Lee is wise to it.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A bone on bone clash there as Magrath blocks the leg kick.
Magrath tries to land a front kick but Lee steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lee checks a leg kick nicely.
Lee swings for the body but Magrath moves out of range.
Lee doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Magrath swings for the body but Lee moves out of range.
Lee slips a straight right by Magrath.
Lee lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magrath connects with the punch.
Lee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Lee.
Magrath stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lee.#T4#
Lee throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Magrath now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lee throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab by Lee.
Lee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Lee throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath scores with a hook to the body. Lee takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
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!
Nice body kick there by Lee.
Lee misses with a body punch
and Magrath counters with a nice uppercut.
Lee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magrath was well out of range. Poor timing from Lee.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lee.
Lee throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
Lee lunges at Magrath with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magrath's hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jimmy Lee did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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.#R4#
Magrath keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lee with a nice calf kick.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Lee counters by moving into the clinch.
Magrath digs a right hand into Lee's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lee's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magrath.
Magrath is trying to break free.
Lee blocks a body shot from Magrath.
A head punch on the inside from Lee fails to land.
Magrath tries to work over Lee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lee is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Lee letting Magrath take a breather here.
Magrath tries to throw a body punch but Lee avoids it by throwing Magrath back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magrath throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lee is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lee tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magrath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Lee tries to work over Magrath's front leg with a kick but Magrath checks it.
Lee scores with a punch to the head.
Magrath jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Lee.
Magrath misses with a body shot.
Lee looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magrath darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Magrath 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.
Lee throws a hook but Magrath avoids it easily.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lee throws a push kick but Magrath slaps the foot to one side.
Lee throws a body shot but no joy.
Magrath throws a hook but Lee blocks it.
Lee seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Some bone on bone action there as Magrath checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lee misses with a hook.#T2#
Magrath throws a leg kick that misses.
Lee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Magrath attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lee throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Lee backing away here, and Magrath unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Magrath chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Magrath misses
and Lee cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lee with a jab.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Magrath takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lee lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lee throws a poor cross that misses
and Magrath counters with a solid body kick.
Lee scores with a three punch combo!
Magrath looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lee misses with a looping right.#T3#
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Lee throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Lee.
Lee looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A punch lands to the side of Lee 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A left lands for Magrath.
Magrath throws a lazy right hand but Lee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magrath, as that shot connected.
Magrath on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magrath pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Lee.
Lee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lee is looking to counter punch.
Lee blocks a jab.
Lee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lee seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T4#
Lee throws a leg kick that is checked
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that Lee was not able to check.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Lee moved out of range.
Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee delivers a nice body kick.
Magrath thuds his right hand into Lee's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Magrath swats away the attempt to clinch by Lee.
Lee misses with a looping right.
Magrath throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lee scores with a kick to the body.
Magrath throws a solid leg kick but Lee takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Magrath.
Magrath lands a right hook to the body.
A solid body kick from Lee.
Magrath cracks Lee with a right hand to the side of the head.
Magrath lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Lee's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Lee throws a body punch but Magrath moves out of range.
A big left from Lee misses.
Magrath throws a jab but it's blocked by Lee.
Lee needs to keep his hands up - Magrath had a free shot at his head there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lee defending well as Magrath loads up on a big left hand.
Magrath moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lee misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Magrath! But no joy.
Magrath misses with a hook.
That kick from Magrath tenderised Lee's leg. Lee is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lee moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Magrath doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Lee checks the leg kick.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magrath darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Magrath.
Magrath looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lee tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Lee's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magrath connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lee scrambles back to his feet.
Lee throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lee throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lee looks to land a right hand but Magrath moved out of range.
Magrath avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lee rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Magrath moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lee throws the kick towards the body but Magrath avoids it.
Magrath gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Magrath throws a low kick but Lee moves out of range easily.
Jimmy Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Lee slips under a jab from Magrath.
Magrath slips a jab and a cross from Lee.
Lee moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lee tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Magrath manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath tries to land a leg kick but Lee saw it coming and moves away.
Nice uppercut there from Magrath.
Lee fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lee avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Magrath takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lee 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.
Magrath slips under a jab.
Lee scoring well with a low kick there.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Lee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magrath.
Lee is looking to land body kicks.
Magrath is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lee with a body shot.#T3#
Magrath bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Magrath swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Lee tried to counter with a leg kick but Magrath avoided it.
Donk. Magrath catches Lee right on the button with a cross.
A shot to the liver by Magrath. Beautiful body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Lee as he connects with a hook.
Lee will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lee throws a jab when Magrath was well out of range.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Lee throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magrath is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Magrath throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.
Magrath throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Magrath with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A good leg kick by Magrath.
Lee throws a lazy body kick
and Magrath counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lee checks a leg kick.
Magrath lands a front kick.
Magrath is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lee checks a leg kick.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Lee should have avoided that one.
Lee tests Magrath's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magrath connects with a leg kick.
Lee throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Magrath to counter with a crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 48:49
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 47:49
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!
Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Jaxon Magrath, 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: DMMA 21: Bernard vs Lee     
Date:   Jun 26, 2021
#R1##TD2#
Sisko drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.

Magrath is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Sisko presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
A hook to the body from Magrath.
Magrath works on Sisko's body with a couple of short punches.
Come on Magrath - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Magrath is leaning against Sisko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short body shot lands from Magrath as the two fighters clinch. #BC#
Magrath pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magrath throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sisko lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Good exchange - Sisko coming out on top.
Sisko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Sisko is just out of range.
Magrath scores with a sloppy right hand. Sisko should have avoided that one.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sisko.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Sisko does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Magrath rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sisko moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A big right from Sisko misses. #CL2#
Sisko pushes Magrath up against the cage in a clinch.
Sisko letting Magrath take a breather here.
Magrath lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Good body shot from Magrath.
Magrath lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sisko.
Magrath tries to throw a body punch but Sisko avoids it by throwing Magrath back against the cage.
Sisko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice body punch from Magrath.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magrath.
Magrath taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Sisko tries a body shot but Magrath blocks it.
Sisko tries to pull guard but Magrath forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Magrath manages to break the clinch.
Sisko takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
A big left from Magrath misses.
And Sisko tries to counter it with a takedown but Magrath pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sisko tries to close the distance and clinch but Magrath swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magrath throws a front kick aimed at Sisko's knee but Sisko avoids it well.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Sisko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sisko misses with a hook. Magrath ducked under it nicely.
Sisko fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magrath throws an overhand right that lands on Sisko's shoulder, as Sisko tries to avoid the shot.
Sisko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Magrath attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Sisko shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Magrath is trying to defend but Sisko finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sisko not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sisko wants to take a breather but Magrath is having none of it.
Sisko is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Sisko wants to control but Magrath is keeping him busy.
Sisko thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Magrath's head.
Magrath blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sisko.
Magrath blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sisko. #SUB2#
Sisko is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Magrath defends it well.
Sisko works his foot free and advances to mount.
Sisko tries to control but Magrath wriggling away. #T4#
Sisko punching from mount but Magrath doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Sisko throwing strikes here but Magrath is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Sisko throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Magrath because Sisko loaded up on that one. #SUB2#
Sisko jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Magrath is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Magrath and Sisko has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Sisko working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Sisko looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Magrath is avoiding damage well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jaxon Magrath will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A good leg kick by Magrath. #TD2#
Sisko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Sisko is trying to ground and pound but Magrath uses the momentary lack of control by Sisko to regain half guard.
Sisko is looking to advance position but Magrath won't allow it.
Sisko is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sisko trying to control the action but Magrath is working from the bottom.
Sisko not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Sisko is looking to stall here but Magrath recovers full guard.
Sisko throwing strikes but missing.
Sisko stays in close to Magrath's body and controls the position.
Sisko throwing strikes but missing.
Magrath definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sisko wants to control from the top but Magrath keeps moving.
Sisko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sisko in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sisko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sisko landing some decent shots from guard.
Sisko works over Magrath with some ground and pound from guard.
Sisko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sisko tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard.
Sisko passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Magrath regains half guard, as Sisko was trying to land strikes. #T3#
Magrath avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sisko.
Sisko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Sisko looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Magrath blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sisko. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Sisko missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sisko throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sisko trying to control from Magrath's half guard. Magrath has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Sisko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sisko trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom.
Sisko stopping the sweep attempt from Magrath.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sisko trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Magrath ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Sisko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3##TD2#
Sisko closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Magrath wants to control but Sisko postures up.
Sisko wants to control but Magrath is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Sisko goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Magrath rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Sisko's guard! Nice work there by Magrath! #SUB2#
Sisko working for a triangle but Magrath defends it easily.
Sisko wants to improve his position but instead Magrath has moved into half guard. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sisko tries to get to full guard but Magrath has control of the leg.
Sisko preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Sisko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magrath pulls his head out easily.
Sisko felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Magrath is trying to control the action in half guard but Sisko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sisko wants to control but Magrath is keeping busy. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sisko is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Magrath is staying active.
Sisko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magrath is thwarting Sisko's attempts to control the position.
Magrath is trying to control the action in half guard but Sisko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Sisko is looking to improve his position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Magrath is looking to slow Sisko down with leg kicks.
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but Sisko moved out of range.
Magrath scores with a body shot.
Magrath misses with a body shot #TD2#
and Sisko counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Sisko.
Sisko is looking to work some ground and pound but Magrath has wrist control.
Sisko wants to pass the guard but Magrath is keeping the position.
Sisko trying to control the position from guard on top but Magrath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sisko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Sisko is pushing down on Magrath's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magrath is fighting to maintain full guard but Sisko has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sisko not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sisko trying to mount his opponent but Magrath defends it.
Magrath keeping hold of Sisko's head, controlling as best he can.
Sisko thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sisko is just content to waste time from the top position. Magrath takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jaxon Magrath did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Magrath's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sisko moves away.
Sisko takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL2#
Sisko forces Magrath back against the cage and clinches.
Magrath blocks a body shot from Sisko.
Magrath holding his opponent close, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sisko. #BC#
Magrath's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sisko misses the shot to the body.
Sisko sizes up Magrath with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sisko shoots in and drives through. Magrath sprawls well.
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Sisko counters with a single leg into guard. Magrath didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sisko postures up in Magrath's guard and throws a big left but Magrath blocks it.
Benjamin Sisko has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Sisko tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard.
Sisko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magrath works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sisko trying to control but Magrath is working from the bottom.
Sisko is pushing down on Magrath's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magrath is fighting to maintain full guard but Sisko has managed to sneak the leg through.
Magrath keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sisko is keen to just control but Magrath is a slippery customer.
Sisko not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sisko wants to pass the guard but Magrath is defending well. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sisko is looking to take a break and control but Magrath is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Sisko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Magrath.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
A low kick from Magrath misses #TD2#
and Sisko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Magrath tries to kick Sisko off in order to stand up. Sisko Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Sisko lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Magrath down.
Sisko throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T3#
Sisko postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Sisko is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Magrath will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Sisko tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sisko working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Sisko fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Magrath stops Sisko from passing to mount.
Sisko trying to control the position but Magrath is working away. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Sisko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Magrath has escaped the position, nice work there.
Magrath managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Sisko.
Sisko lands a nice forearm strike.
Magrath is not content to let Sisko control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sisko working the head and body with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Sisko dominated that fourth 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Sisko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath lands the left hand.
Sisko just misses with a punch to the body.
Magrath throwing a counter right hand but Sisko manages to avoid it.
Magrath connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sisko avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Sisko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sisko misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Magrath throws out a leg kick but Sisko moves out of range and Magrath only half commits.
Sisko changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Magrath lands a leg kick that knocks Sisko off balance momentarily.
Magrath sizes up Sisko with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sisko slips a jab from Magrath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sisko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magrath throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Sisko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magrath is refusing to be controlled, as Sisko sits in half guard.
Magrath wants to control but Sisko is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Sisko throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sisko wants to control but Magrath is keeping him busy.
Sisko has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sisko throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Magrath to regain full guard.
Sisko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Magrath working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sisko.
Sisko connects with a couple of short punches.
Sisko throws an elbow that misses. Magrath uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sisko's guard. Nice move by Magrath!#REVR#
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#SUB2#
Sisko had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Magrath defends it easily.#T2##SUB2#
Sisko escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magrath gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sisko looking to control but Magrath passes into half guard.
Sisko wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sisko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Sisko is doing well to control the position and prevent Magrath from advancing to side control.
Sisko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sisko trying to control but Magrath postures up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sisko throws a jab but it's blocked by Magrath.
Sisko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jaxon Magrath is winning the standup battle so far.
Magrath walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sisko checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath throws a leg kick but Sisko sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sisko dodges the punch combination from Magrath.
Magrath misses with a right hand #TD2#
so Sisko counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Magrath has his hands on Sisko's head, controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sisko throws a big elbow that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaxon Magrath.
I think Magrath has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 48:47
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 48:47
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: DMMA 15: Lee vs Magrath     
Date:   Jun 05, 2021
#R1#
Lee misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
Lee throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Lee ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Lee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Magrath can pounce on him.
Lee looks to land a combination but Magrath avoids it well.
It seemed like Magrath was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice shot lands for Magrath.
Lee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lee scores with a kick to the body.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath throws a body shot but no joy.
Lee takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL#
Lee clinches up against the cage.
A short right from Lee.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lee is pushing Magrath up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Magrath looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC2#
Magrath manages to break the clinch. #T1#
A slapping body kick lands there for Lee.
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Lee.
Lee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and Lee counters with a nice kick to the body.
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Lee bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Magrath's head.
Lee throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Magrath on the side of the head.
Magrath lands with a right hand.
A nice combination there by Lee. #CUT#It looks like Jaxon Magrath 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!
Magrath ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
Lee slips a jab from Magrath.
Magrath takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A lazy body kick from Magrath
and Lee counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
Lee scores with the left hand. Magrath knows he should have avoided that one.
Magrath scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
Lee keeps Magrath at a distance using the push kick.
Magrath lands with a good body shot.
Lee slips a straight right by Magrath.
Lee throws out a loose jab but Magrath uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Lee lands with a straight right. Magrath didn't see that one coming.
Lee with a hook.
Lee takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A shot to the body from Lee misses
and Magrath counters with a low kick, right behind Lee 's knee.
Magrath throws a looping overhand right but Lee ducks down to avoid it.
Magrath misses with a body punch
and Lee counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Magrath throws a leg kick
and Lee cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lee takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Magrath pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magrath avoids a kick to the body.
Magrath scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lee keeps Magrath at a distance using the push kick.
Lee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Lee.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
Lee with the inside leg kick.
A jab from Magrath misses.
Lee tries to counter by clinching up but Magrath breaks away and moves out of range.
Jaxon Magrath seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Magrath lands.
Lee rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magrath counters with a good low kick that Lee was not able to check.
Lee staying out of range there.
Magrath throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Magrath slips a jab from Lee.
A swing and a miss from Magrath.
A little feinted left hand from Lee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Magrath defending well as Lee loads up on a big left hand.
Lee misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lee scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lee slips under a jab from Magrath.
Lee seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lee scoring well with a low kick there.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lee lands a nice hook to Magrath's body. Magrath takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lee moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Lee slips under a jab from Magrath.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Lee is out of range.
Lee walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magrath checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Magrath stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lee.
Magrath throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Lee dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Magrath misses with a hook.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Lee blocks a jab.
Lee thinks about countering with a body kick.
Magrath is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Lee walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Magrath throws a big shot that misses.
Magrath throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lee moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Lee looks to land a left hand but Magrath moved out of range nicely.
Lee pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Magrath back to the cage. Lee follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
A big left from Magrath misses.
Magrath has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath lands with a straight right. Lee didn't see that one coming.
Magrath connects with a jab.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Lee.
Lee misses with a looping left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice uppercut lands for Lee. That snapped Magrath's head back. #T1#
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Magrath misses with an uppercut.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath connects with a single shot there.
Magrath throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magrath rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lee counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lee missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath avoids the body shot from Lee.
Magrath is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Magrath lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lee's sensitive parts.
Magrath dodges the punch combination from Lee. #T2#
Magrath misses with a hook. Lee ducked under it nicely.
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Lee was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Magrath.
A cross from Lee lands.
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!
Magrath thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee avoids the body shot from Magrath.
Magrath jabs Lee to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Magrath cracks a nice hook into Lee's ribs.
Lee fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Magrath is out of range.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lee.
Magrath moves away from the strike by Lee.
Jimmy Lee is winning the standup battle so far.
Magrath misses with a looping right.
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lee misses with a head kick. #T3#
A cross from Magrath lands.
Lee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
A big right from Lee misses.
Lee on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lee connects with a crisp jab.
Lee moves out of range of the strikes.
Lee staying out of range there.
Nice straight punches there by Magrath. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Magrath.
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Lee is looking to counter punch.
Magrath with the inside leg kick.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lee went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Lee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Lee misses with a wild combination.
Lee misses the body punch
and Magrath counters with a stiff right hand.
Lee takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lee missing with a left hand there. Magrath was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magrath sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lee is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Magrath misses the target.
A solid leg kick lands there for Magrath.
Magrath throws a good cross that connects.
Donk. Magrath catches Lee right on the button with a cross.
Magrath connects with a solid leg kick.
Lee lands a lovely overhand right.
A slow jab from Magrath misses its intended target.
Magrath takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Magrath feints and then cracks Lee's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lee down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Lee throws a looping overhand right but Magrath ducks down to avoid it.
Lee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Magrath scores with a nice body kick.
Magrath bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magrath misses with a low kick.
Magrath scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magrath connects with an inside leg kick.
Magrath looks to throw the jab but Lee is out of range.
Lee is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lee shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lee tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Lee misses.
Lee throws a body kick that misses.
Lee throws a series of punches but Magrath moves out of range.
Magrath fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Lee misses. #T1#
Lee misses with an uppercut. Magrath saw that one coming.
A big right from Magrath misses.
Magrath bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lee's head backwards.
Magrath swings for the body but Lee moves out of range.
Magrath looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
Lee thinks about countering with a body kick.
Magrath throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lee.
Magrath shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lee walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Lee misses with a straight left.
Magrath scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.#CL#
Lee clinches with his opponent. #T2#
Magrath has had enough of the clinch but Lee keeps him there for the moment.
Lee looking to stall.
Lee is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magrath is defending well for now.
Magrath is trying to maintain a safe position but Lee gets an underhook and turns Magrath into the cage.
Magrath managing to block the knees to the body from Lee. #TD2#
Magrath successfully pulls guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lee trying to move into half guard but instead Magrath has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Lee pulls Magrath in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Magrath not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lee has his hands on Magrath's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lee looking for a sweep. Not yet Lee, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lee drops his hands momentarily and Magrath takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Good exchange - Magrath coming out on top.
Lee thuds his shin into the meat of Magrath's side.
A jab lands there for Magrath.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
A low kick from Magrath misses
and Magrath takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lee misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magrath slips under a jab from Lee.
Magrath walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Lee makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Magrath lands a jab.
Lee misses with a wild body shot.
Magrath blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath takes a swing at Lee's ribcage but misses.
Lee throws an overhand right that lands on Magrath's shoulder, as Magrath tries to avoid the shot.
Magrath steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Magrath.
Lee looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Magrath connects with a crisp jab.
Lee looks to land a body kick but Magrath moved away.#T1#
Lee throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Magrath was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Lee slips a jab from Magrath.
Lee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magrath with a nice cross.
Lee uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magrath.
Lee blocks a jab.
Lee moves out of range as Magrath strikes.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Lee's leg but Lee calmly moves out of range.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath jabs Lee to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Magrath blocks a jab.
Lee slips a jab from Magrath.
Lee is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Magrath digs a good hook to Lee's body.
The fighters circling - Magrath throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magrath thuds a left hand into Lee's body.
Magrath explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Magrath takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lee takes a swing at Magrath's ribcage but misses.
Magrath misses with a low kick as Lee jumps back.
Magrath throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magrath misses with the body kick
and Lee counters with a straight right hand.
Magrath lands a nice shot that snaps Lee's head back.
Lee checks a leg kick.
Lee misses with an attempted mid kick.
Magrath swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL#
and Lee counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lee.
Lee wants to stall. #T3#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lee.
Lee is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magrath is defending well for now.
Magrath throws a punch but it's blocked by Lee.
Lee working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magrath avoiding damage as Lee throws knees to the body.
Lee tries to land knees in the clinch but Magrath avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magrath throws a low kick, looking for Lee's leg but Lee calmly moves out of range.
Lee wants to clinch
and Magrath counters with a left to the body.
Magrath works Lee's body with a nice hook.
Magrath throws out a loose jab but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magrath missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magrath scores with a leg kick. #T4#
Magrath lands a jab to Lee's midsection.
Magrath lands a nice shot to the body.
Lee doesn't manage to clinch there - Magrath circles away.
Magrath looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Magrath moves out of range of the body kick from Lee.
Lee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A looping hook to the body misses from Lee. Magrath does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magrath misses with a wild body shot.
Lee tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Magrath manages to circle out of the way.
Magrath throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lee checks a leg kick.
Lee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magrath throws out the jab.
Lee checks a low kick from Magrath.
Magrath darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lee swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Magrath let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magrath uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lee.
A nice side step and Magrath releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Lee on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lee.
Lee buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Lee gets off balance looking for a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magrath throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magrath connects with the punch.
Magrath misses with a looping left.
Magrath staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magrath lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lee has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lee and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Magrath is just out of range.
Lee moves away from the strike by Magrath.
Magrath tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lee was well out of range. Poor timing from Magrath.#T1#
Magrath delivers a nice body kick.
Magrath with a nice calf kick.
Lee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
An inside leg kick lands from Magrath.
Magrath scores with a hook.
A clash of legs there as Magrath blocks the low kick.
Lee throws a right and a left that Magrath avoids nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Magrath blocks the leg kick.
Lee on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Magrath. Magrath obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd cheers as Magrath lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lee doesn't seem phased though.
Magrath moves out of range as Lee throws a body kick.
Lee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magrath thumps Lee with a low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Magrath. That's going to slow Lee down.
Jimmy Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jaxon Magrath is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Lee walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee slips under a jab from Magrath.
Lee takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Magrath has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magrath digs a good body shot into Lee's ribs.
Magrath swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lee connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magrath misses with a kick to the body.
Lee throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magrath stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magrath misses with a straight right.
Lee throwing a counter right hand but Magrath manages to avoid it.
Magrath is looking to score with low kicks.
Magrath walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lee keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lee was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magrath scores with a hook to the body. Lee takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magrath.
Lee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and Lee counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lee takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Magrath misses with a jab to the body #CL#
and Lee counters by moving into the clinch.
Lee avoiding damage.
Lee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lee has a couple of punches blocked by Magrath.
Magrath avoiding damage as Lee throws knees to the body.
Lee misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magrath.
Lee leaning his opponent against the cage.
Lee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Magrath blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magrath on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magrath blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Magrath breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magrath buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magrath.
Magrath jabs at Lee's body.
Magrath throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magrath thuds a left hand into Lee's body.
Magrath throws a body punch but Lee moves out of range.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 46:49
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 46:49
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

Jaxon Magrath is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: DMMA 8: Mack vs Outback     
Date:   May 12, 2021
#R1#
Magrath lands with a right hand.
Magrath throws a jab when Polus was well out of range.
Polus drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Magrath defends it well.
Magrath swings widly with a right hand
and Polus counters with a three punch combo that has Magrath backing up. Magrath nods at Polus to acknowledge the strikes.
Magrath misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Polus counters with a single leg into guard. Magrath didn't expect that.
Polus tries to free his leg and advance position but Magrath is retaining full guard.
Magrath has Polus pulled in close to control his posture. #T1##SUB2#
Polus has gone for a leg lock! Magrath slips out almost immediately though and dives into Polus's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Polus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Magrath defends it easily.#SUB2#
Polus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Magrath is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Polus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Polus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magrath gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Magrath preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Polus is looking for a triangle here but Magrath uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Magrath happy to just control the position for now.
Polus tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Polus manages to get back to half guard.
Polus manages to get to full guard.
Magrath sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Polus looking for a sweep. Not yet Polus, not yet. #SUB2#
Polus looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Magrath passes into side control.
Magrath gets to mount! Polus was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T4#
Magrath prevents Polus from getting the reversal.
Polus gets back to half guard.
Polus wants to get back to full guard.
Magrath slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Polus looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magrath keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Raminus Polus will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Polus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magrath. Polus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Magrath throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Magrath uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Polus has time to react.#CUT#It looks like Raminus Polus has been cut.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Magrath has knocked Polus down with a huge combo! Magrath steps away and waves a wobbly Polus back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Polus is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Polus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Polus is still on wobbly legs! Can Magrath finish him?
Magrath throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Polus counters with a nice double leg into side control. Magrath won't be happy with that.
Polus seems to have recovered his senses.#T1##SUB2#
Polus goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Magrath rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Polus's guard! Nice work there by Magrath!
Jaxon Magrath overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Polus working for a triangle but Magrath defends it easily. #SUB2#
Polus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magrath gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Polus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magrath gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Magrath sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Polus working for submissions but it's allowed Magrath to get to half guard.
Polus tries to get to full guard but Magrath has control of the leg.
Polus felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Magrath with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Polus tries to get to full guard but Magrath has control of the leg.
Polus keeps trying to improve his position.
Magrath stalling.
Polus is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Polus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magrath controlling the pace.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Magrath tries to stand and escape but Polus is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magrath throws an off balance right hand
and Polus counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Magrath dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Raminus Polus's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Magrath throws a hook but Polus blocks it.
Polus tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Magrath takes a swing at Polus's ribcage but misses.
Magrath throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Magrath scores with a crisp jab that stopped Polus in his tracks.
Magrath throws a lazy uppercut
and Polus counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Magrath is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Polus can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Polus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magrath throws a head kick that misses
and Polus counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Magrath misses with an uppercut. Polus saw that one coming.
Magrath with a nice cross.
Magrath stuns Polus with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Magrath misses with a left hand
and Polus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Magrath looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magrath misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Polus holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Polus takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magrath.
Magrath blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Polus lands a shoulder strike.
Magrath lands a body shot in the clinch. #TD2#
Polus drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB2#
Polus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magrath doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magrath manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Polus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Magrath defends it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Polus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Magrath advances to half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Polus is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magrath pulls his head out easily.
Polus tries to roll over but Magrath keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Polus tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Magrath has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Polus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magrath manages to capitalize on a mistake by Polus to take his back!#T4#
Polus tries to break free.
Polus is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magrath is riding his opponent, not letting Polus buck him off.
Polus tries to roll but Magrath sticks to his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jaxon Magrath showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Magrath 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaxon Magrath!

A very excited looking Jaxon Magrath 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: DMMA 1: Jurisic vs Niculescu     
Date:   Apr 17, 2021
#R1#
Magrath misses with an uppercut
letting John counter with a right hand.
John ducks under a wild hook from Magrath.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and John counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magrath fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches John on the side of the head.
Magrath looks to land a right hand but John moved out of range.
And John counters with a quick kick to the body but Magrath blocks it.
Magrath misses with a right hand
and John cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magrath throws a right hand that misses
and John counters with a left to the body.
Magrath throws a poor cross that misses
and John makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Magrath lands a big right hook! John looks hurt but is still standing! Magrath lands a left jab and another right hook! This time John falls down and Magrath dives in with a huge hammer fist! John's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Magrath runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jaxon Magrath!
During a confident post fight interview, Jaxon Magrath thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: ACA 17: Wolf vs Herc     
Date:   Mar 05, 2021
#R1#
Silva takes a jab right on the kisser.
Silva looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#KD#
Magrath cracks Silva with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Silva looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Magrath finish him? #ROC#Silva is rocked!
Silva circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Magrath. Silva falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Magrath!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jaxon Magrath!
Jaxon Magrath thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Rodriguo Silva spoke after the fight, saying 'Fake news'.

 

Event: ACA 13: Vladski vs Wolf     
Date:   Feb 05, 2021
#R1#
Magrath with a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Klay Mcquarrie has been cut.
Magrath lands a nice hook to Mcquarrie 's body. Mcquarrie takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mcquarrie blocks a jab.
Mcquarrie throws a sloppy head kick and Magrath moves out of range easily.
Magrath only half commits to the counter leg kick.#KD2#
Magrath drops Mcquarrie with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Mcquarrie looks back up at him and smiles so Magrath waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Mcquarrie is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magrath throws a pinpoint strike between Mcquarrie 's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Mcquarrie crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Magrath scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jaxon Magrath!
Our winner, Jaxon Magrath, 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: ACA 9: Sekera vs Poulter     
Date:   Jan 09, 2021
#R1#
Chan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Magrath leaves Chan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Chan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Magrath counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xin Chan.
Horrible takedown attempt by Chan or perhaps it was just good defense by Magrath, which made it look bad.
Magrath works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Magrath, as that shot connected.
Magrath throws a pinpoint strike between Chan's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Chan crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Magrath scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jaxon Magrath!

 

Event: PSE test1     
Date:   Aug 08, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Magrath throws a sloppy head kick and Soshitsu moves out of range easily.
Soshitsu closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Magrath has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Soshitsu tries to clinch up.
Magrath misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Soshitsu.
Soshitsu tries a head kick but it misses.
Soshitsu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magrath.
Soshitsu with a jab.#CL2#
Magrath tries to keep at a distance but Soshitsu has taken the fight into the clinch.
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!
Soshitsu prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Magrath gets control of Soshitsu's arms and successfully pulls guard. Magrath will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Magrath has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Soshitsu has passed into side control. #T1#
Soshitsu tries to stand but Magrath is controlling his head. #SUB2#
Soshitsu swings around for an armbar but Magrath sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Soshitsu's guard.
Magrath throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Soshitsu works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Soshitsu trying to keep a closed guard but Magrath is proving a slippery customer.
Magrath slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Soshitsu.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Soshitsu can do anything to dispel that myth.
Magrath is trying to control the action in half guard but Soshitsu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magrath trying to mount his opponent but Soshitsu defends it. #T2#
Magrath is just content to waste time from the top position. Soshitsu takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Magrath trying to control the position from guard on top but Soshitsu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magrath wants to stand but Soshitsu has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Soshitsu working a defensive guard here.
Magrath not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Magrath throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Magrath stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Soshitsu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Soshitsu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Magrath forces his way into half guard.
Soshitsu wants to get back to full guard.
Magrath tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Soshitsu tries to get to full guard but Magrath has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Soshitsu drives through and clinches with Magrath against the ropes. #T4#
Nice body punch from Soshitsu - that landed with a thud.
Magrath tries for a takedown. No joy.
Magrath is trying to drag Soshitsu to the mat but Soshitsu just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jaxon Magrath. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Soshitsu gets underhooks to prevent Magrath's takedown attempt.
Magrath is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Soshitsu to keep the fight standing.
Soshitsu jumps guard but Magrath turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Soshitsu digs a right hand underneath Magrath's ribcage. Magrath let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Soshitsu tries to pull guard but Magrath won't allow it.
Soshitsu looking for a takedown.
Magrath fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fukuoka Soshitsu dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Soshitsu tries to clinch up.
Magrath throws a nice outside leg kick.
Magrath misses with a head kick.
Magrath lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Soshitsu throws a half hearted mid kick.
Soshitsu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Soshitsu shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Magrath eats them both and turns towards Soshitsu to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT2#It looks like Jaxon Magrath has been cut.#CL#
Magrath closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Magrath gets underhooks to prevent Soshitsu's takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soshitsu leaning against his opponent.
Magrath takes a shot to the head.
Soshitsu looking to stall.
Soshitsu jumps guard but Magrath turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing. #T1##TD#
Magrath jumps into guard, dragging Soshitsu to the mat.
Magrath trying to control the position. #SUB#
Magrath has his foot on Soshitsu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Soshitsu works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Soshitsu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magrath has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Soshitsu has managed to get both his arms back between Magrath's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Soshitsu drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Soshitsu jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Magrath keeping moving, preventing Soshitsu from controlling successfully.
Soshitsu might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magrath haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Magrath is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Magrath looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Soshitsu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Magrath tries to get to full guard but Soshitsu has control of the leg.
Magrath is not content to let Soshitsu control the position.
Soshitsu throwing shots but Magrath is blocking nicely.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Soshitsu is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Soshitsu tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Magrath just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Jaxon Magrath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fukuoka Soshitsu.#BC2#
Soshitsu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Soshitsu rushes Magrath and presses him up against the ropes.
Soshitsu's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magrath is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Soshitsu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Magrath jumps guard but Soshitsu stands there with Magrath around his waist. Magrath gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Soshitsu blocks an elbow strike from Magrath.
Magrath utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2#
Soshitsu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4##CL2#
Soshitsu drives through and clinches with Magrath against the ropes.
Magrath has Soshitsu pressed against the ropes. #BC2#
Soshitsu manages to break the clinch.
Magrath tries to clinch up.
Soshitsu looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fukuoka Soshitsu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Soshitsu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Soshitsu!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Magrath moves into the clinch.#TD#
Magrath lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Soshitsu tries to roll over but Magrath keeps him under control.
Soshitsu looks like he's trying to stand up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fukuoka Soshitsu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Magrath's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Soshitsu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magrath avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magrath misses with a head kick. #CL#
Magrath clinches up against the ropes.
Soshitsu keeps control of Magrath as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Magrath successfully pulls guard.
Magrath manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Soshitsu manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Magrath is pushing down on Soshitsu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Soshitsu is fighting to maintain full guard but Magrath has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magrath is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Magrath works his foot free and advances to mount. #T1#
Soshitsu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Soshitsu wants to hold on but Magrath pushes him away.
Magrath throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Jaxon Magrath overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magrath trying to control but Soshitsu is having none of it.
Soshitsu can't escape the position.
Magrath trying to control but Soshitsu is having none of it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Soshitsu wants to hold on but Magrath pushes him away.
Soshitsu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magrath tries to control but Soshitsu wriggling away.
Soshitsu keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Magrath content just to control the position here. #T3#
Soshitsu tries to hold on but Magrath postures up.
Soshitsu is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Magrath tries to control but Soshitsu wriggling away.
Soshitsu tries to hold on but Magrath postures up.
Soshitsu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Magrath cracks Soshitsu with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T4#
Magrath lands a heavy elbow.
Magrath avoids the attempt from Soshitsu to control.
Magrath controlling the position easily from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Magrath cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magrath throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Soshitsu manages to control the position for a moment.
Jaxon Magrath has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fukuoka Soshitsu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Soshitsu is wriggling around trying to escape.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:28
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

 
 
 
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