Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Highland 189
Date: Sep 09, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira has his takedown stuffed
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
De Oliveira with a poor takedown
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#KD#
Jackson drops De Oliveira with a beautiful combination! De Oliveira stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Jackson is looking for the KO!#ROC#De Oliveira is rocked!
Jackson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
De Oliveira is still on wobbly legs! Can Jackson finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
De Oliveira looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
De Oliveira is trying to control the action in half guard but Jackson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
De Oliveira seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
De Oliveira works his foot free and advances to mount.
Jackson is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Jackson is trying to escape the mount but De Oliveira keeps good control and instead manages to take Jackson's back. #SUB2#
De Oliveira working for the choke. #SUB2#
De Oliveira looking to break Jackson's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Jackson remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise De Oliveira will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Jackson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from De Oliveira.
Jackson tries to escape but De Oliveira has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T2##SUB2#
Jackson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
De Oliveira 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.
My spies in London MMA Club inform me that De Oliveira has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Jackson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
De Oliveira has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Jackson turns into De Oliveira and is now in his guard. #T3#
De Oliveira controlling the position.
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but De Oliveira gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Jackson can't keep his opponent in guard - De Oliveira advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
De Oliveira prevents Jackson from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB2#
De Oliveira is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
De Oliveira looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jackson wants to control but De Oliveira is keeping busy. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno De Oliveira dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL#
Jackson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jackson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
De Oliveira has his takedown stuffed
and Jackson counters with a straight right hand.#TD2#
De Oliveira drives through with a takedown into Jackson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Jackson pushes De Oliveira off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from De Oliveira. #TD2#
De Oliveira has clasped his hands together around Jackson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet.#T1##SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jackson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
De Oliveira trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for De Oliveira on the ground.
Bruno De Oliveira has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
De Oliveira taking a breather here.
Jackson is looking for a sweep.
Jackson regains half guard.
Jackson trying to control here. #T3#
De Oliveira controlling the action here.
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Jackson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jackson but Jackson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rashad Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
Jackson dips to his left and cracks De Oliveira with an uppercut!#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jackson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by De Oliveira.#TD2#
De Oliveira gets a double leg takedown into Jackson's guard.
Jackson is looking to stand back up but De Oliveira counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Jackson. #REVR#
De Oliveira keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
De Oliveira 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.
De Oliveira looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rashad Jackson 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##CL#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
De Oliveira looking for a takedown. #BC#
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
Jackson cracks De Oliveira with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Jackson has managed to clinch.
Jackson unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Jackson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
De Oliveira has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jackson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
De Oliveira tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rashad Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
Jackson digs a right hand underneath De Oliveira's ribcage. De Oliveira let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jackson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Jackson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson lands a shot to the body.
Jackson lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Bruno De Oliveira has been cut.
Jackson lands a hook that snaps the head of De Oliveira backwards.
De Oliveira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson lands a left hand. #T1#
A nice left hand lands by Jackson.
Jackson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jackson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jackson scores with a knee to the head.
Jackson is pushing De Oliveira up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Jackson pushes De Oliveira back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jackson lands a left hand.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Jackson stops a takedown attempt from De Oliveira.
Jackson lands a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Jackson is fighting off a takedown attempt but De Oliveira is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Jackson to the mat. Jackson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #ES#
Jackson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. De Oliveira is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Jackson landing knees to the head. #T2#
De Oliveira has Jackson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Jackson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Jackson looking to slow down the pace here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jackson seems a little flustered. He's come in with the intention of controlling the clinch but De Oliveira is preventing him from doing so, at least for the moment.
Jackson just leaning against De Oliveira, taking a breather. #BC#
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Jackson circles away easily
and Jackson counters with a nice uppercut.
Rashad Jackson is winning the standup battle so far.
De Oliveira takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jackson lands a hook to the side of the head.
De Oliveira wants a takedown.
Jackson scores with a knee to the head.
De Oliveira is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jackson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jackson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Oliveira can do to turn this around?
De Oliveira takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jackson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jackson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jackson.
Jackson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right hook to the body lands for Jackson.
Jackson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of De Oliveira backwards.
Jackson lands an elbow that stopped De Oliveira in his tracks for a moment.
Jackson scores with a shot to the side of De Oliveira's head.
Jackson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Jackson.
Jackson lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
De Oliveira tightens his grip and picks Jackson up, before dumping him to the ground. Jackson manages to land in guard.
Jackson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jackson keeping full guard, as De Oliveira tries to pass. #T4#
Jackson pulls De Oliveira in close to prevent any damage.
De Oliveira is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jackson keeping full guard, as De Oliveira tries to pass.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rashad Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jackson 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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Highland 179
Date: Jul 29, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira dives in and grabs Fisticuffs's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fisticuffs pushes down on De Oliveira's head and hops out.#CL#
Fisticuffs clinches up against the cage.
Fisticuffs lands a left hand that snaps the head of De Oliveira backwards.
Fisticuffs is pressed up against the cage. De Oliveira has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fisticuffs down to the mat. Fisticuffs avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Bruno De Oliveira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Fisticuffs closes the distance and pushes De Oliveira back into the cage.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fisticuffs.
Fisticuffs digs a right hand into De Oliveira's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on De Oliveira's gas tank.
Fisticuffs scores with a nice hook to the head.
De Oliveira wants a takedown but no success here.
Torraso Fisticuffs has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
Fisticuffs works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
De Oliveira looks winded!
A nice left hand lands by Fisticuffs.
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Fisticuffs manages to get underhooks.
Fisticuffs works on De Oliveira's body with a couple of short punches.
Fisticuffs lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down De Oliveira.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fisticuffs lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fisticuffs lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fisticuffs lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fisticuffs softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fisticuffs lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fisticuffs lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Fisticuffs.
Fisticuffs lands on the inside with an uppercut. #KD#
Fisticuffs drops De Oliveira onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! De Oliveira is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#De Oliveira is rocked!
Fisticuffs lands a big right hand that drops De Oliveira! The killer instinct kicks in and Fisticuffs finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Fisticuffs!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Torraso Fisticuffs!

Event: Highland 171
Date: Jul 01, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Frank circles away easily
and Frank counters with a straight right hand.#TD2#
De Oliveira bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frank is not content to let De Oliveira control the position.
Frank is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks De Oliveira politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. De Oliveira prefers to stall for the moment though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frank is looking for a sweep.
De Oliveira is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Frank leaves De Oliveira with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
De Oliveira with a lazy takedown attempt
and Frank counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Voracic Frank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
De Oliveira misses with a takedown
letting Frank counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Frank tries to sprawl but De Oliveira drives through with a takedown into half guard.
De Oliveira is taking a breather. Frank says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2#
Frank manages to get to full guard.
De Oliveira tries to free his leg and advance position but Frank is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Frank had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. De Oliveira defends it easily.
De Oliveira controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Frank might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
De Oliveira misses with a takedown attempt
and Frank counters with a straight right hand.
De Oliveira has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Frank lands a nice looking body shot. #TD2#
Frank gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Frank is trying to control the position but De Oliveira postures up.
De Oliveira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Frank is keeping the position for now. #T4#
De Oliveira slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
De Oliveira trying to control the action but Frank is working from the bottom.
De Oliveira is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno De Oliveira dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Frank circles away easily
and Frank counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Frank scores with the left hand. De Oliveira knows he should have avoided that one. #KD#
Frank lands a big uppercut and De Oliveira crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but De Oliveira looks OK. Frank waves De Oliveira back to his feet!
De Oliveira with a lazy takedown attempt #KD#
and Frank counters with a nice right hand that sends De Oliveira toppling to the canvas! De Oliveira scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Frank finish him?!#ROC#De Oliveira is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Oliveira shoots and misses
and Frank counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Voracic Frank!
A victorious Voracic Frank thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland 163
Date: May 27, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira shoots in looking for a takedown. Bich tries to sprawl out of it but De Oliveira keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bich manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bich shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. De Oliveira eats them both and turns towards Bich to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Bich keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bich feints a jab promting De Oliveira to slip. Bich then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. De Oliveira slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
De Oliveira shoots in looking for a takedown. Bich tries to sprawl out of it but De Oliveira keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bich manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
De Oliveira has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Phuc Dat Bich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from De Oliveira is defended easily by Bich.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown but Bich shows good takedown defense.
Bich throws a big counter combination but De Oliveira scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
Bich drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bich throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T1#
De Oliveira dodges the ground and pound from Bich.
Bich controls the position.
Bich tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
De Oliveira parries the strikes from Bich easily there. Bich is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable De Oliveira to escape.
Bich wants to control but De Oliveira is keeping him busy.
A lull in the action here.
De Oliveira is looking to regain half guard here but Bich keeps moving and retains side control.
De Oliveira stops Bich from passing to mount.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
De Oliveira isn't going anywhere.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
De Oliveira shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bich counters with a two punch combo.
De Oliveira misses with a takedown
and Bich counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Bich throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. De Oliveira tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bich is in De Oliveira's guard.
Bich has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bich is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bich trying to control but De Oliveira is working from the bottom. #T4#
De Oliveira controls Bich momentarily but Bich frees himself.
De Oliveira looking for a sweep. Not yet De Oliveira, not yet.
De Oliveira is trying to control the position but Bich postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bich controlling from the top position.
Bich is looking to advance position but De Oliveira has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phuc Dat Bich dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than De Oliveira was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Bich gets back to half guard.
Bich wants to get back to his feet.
Bich is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Oliveira can do to turn this around?
De Oliveira is trying to control the action in half guard but Bich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bich makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bich.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira trying to control but Bich is working from the bottom.
Bich has his hands on De Oliveira's head, controlling the position.
Bich might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Bich is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bich is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst De Oliveira is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
De Oliveira bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Bich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Phuc Dat Bich overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bich tries to buck De Oliveira off but De Oliveira is having none of it.#T2##SUB2#
De Oliveira working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bich struggling a bit here.
Bich is looking for a sweep.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Bich manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Oliveira regains full guard. Nicely done.
De Oliveira is trying to control the position but Bich postures up. #SUB2#
De Oliveira looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bich has picked De Oliveira up and slammed him! De Oliveira can't keep hold of the triangle and Bich manages to pass to side control!
Bich tries to score with some ground and pound. De Oliveira controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
A lull in the action here as Bich stalls from top position.
Bich tries to stand but De Oliveira is controlling his head. #T4#
Bich controls the position.
You can see the frustration on De Oliveira's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU#
Bich decides to stand back up.
De Oliveira shoots for a takedown but Bich saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bich is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#TD2#
De Oliveira bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bich tries to improve position but can't.
Bich is trying to control De Oliveira's posture but De Oliveira avoids it.
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Bich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phuc Dat Bich dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
De Oliveira shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bich is trying to defend but De Oliveira finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Bich looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bich doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Oliveira.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira trying to mount his opponent but Bich defends it. #T1##SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back.#ES#
Bich has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but De Oliveira is on him like a limpet, forcing Bich back against the cage.
Bich prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC#
Bich breaks from the clinch.
De Oliveira doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bich counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Bich shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. De Oliveira manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Phuc Dat Bich is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##SUB2#
De Oliveira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
De Oliveira keeping full guard, as Bich tries to pass.
Bich wants to get up but he can't break De Oliveira's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Bich controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Bich wants to stand but De Oliveira is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bich won't allow De Oliveira to sweep him here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Phuc Dat Bich is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
De Oliveira tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bich sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten De Oliveira somewhat.
Phuc Dat Bich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.#TD#
Bich scores with a takedown into De Oliveira's guard.
Bich looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Bich wants to get up but he can't break De Oliveira's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bich passes De Oliveira's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bruno De Oliveira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bich controlling the pace.

And that's the end of the fight!
Phuc Dat Bich showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bich 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phuc Dat Bich!
Phuc Dat Bich 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: Highland 156
Date: Apr 24, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira ducks under a wild hook from Dick.
Dick cracks De Oliveira with a right hand to the side of the head.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
De Oliveira shoots in and drives through. Dick sprawls well.
A big left from Dick misses.
De Oliveira has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#TD2#
De Oliveira scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dick on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dick tries to get out of the position.
Dick struggling a bit here.
Dick is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
De Oliveira looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
De Oliveira wants to control but Dick is keeping him busy.
Dick is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Dick holds on to De Oliveira's head and controls the position momentarily.
De Oliveira wants to control but Dick is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dick is trying to improve his position.
Dick can't do much from the bottom here.
De Oliveira trying to control the position but Dick is working away.
Dick is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
De Oliveira is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dick will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Dick knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for De Oliveira on the ground.
You can see the frustration on Dick's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
De Oliveira fails with a takedown attempt.
De Oliveira shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dick counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Needle Dick has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
De Oliveira with a poor takedown
and Dick counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Oliveira has his takedown stuffed
and Dick counters with a huge right that knocks De Oliveira out cold! Dick is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Needle Dick!
Needle Dick seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Highland 145
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira fails with the takedown
enabling Vieira to counter with a crisp jab.
De Oliveira with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vieira counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Oliveira misses with a takedown
and Vieira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Oliveira with a poor takedown
and Vieira counters with a huge left! De Oliveira is in big trouble! He's backing up but Vieira isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save De Oliveira from any more damage. A dominating finish by Vieira!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorlan Vieira!
A very excited looking Jorlan Vieira 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: Highland 137
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tassen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
De Oliveira shoots for a double leg takedown but Tassen sprawls well. He's pushed De Oliveira's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tassen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#KD2#
Tassen drops De Oliveira with a beautiful combination! De Oliveira stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tassen is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Bruno De Oliveira has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Oliveira shoots in but Tassen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
De Oliveira misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tassen as he avoids it easily.
De Oliveira takes one to the chin there.
De Oliveira tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tassen swivels and escapes.
De Oliveira misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tassen as he jumps to the side.
Tassen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
De Oliveira tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tassen defends well and De Oliveira ends up having to push Tassen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
De Oliveira tries to score a body lock takedown but Tassen shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
De Oliveira is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tassen gets underhooks to prevent De Oliveira's takedown attempt.
De Oliveira is breathing heavily.
Tassen prevents the takedown attempt. #T1#
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Tassen manages to get underhooks.
De Oliveira has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tassen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
De Oliveira goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tassen prevents it.
De Oliveira is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Tassen breaks from the clinch.
Tassen lunges at De Oliveira with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by De Oliveira's hand. #KD2#
Tassen sends De Oliveira crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tassen is motioning to the referee to let De Oliveira up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!
De Oliveira really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tassen is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Tassen shuts the power down on De Oliveira. Lights out, game over! Tassen is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Lee Tassen!

Event: Highland 129
Date: Jan 21, 2022

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Lesnar as De Oliveira shoots in.
Lesnar smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lesnar.
De Oliveira tries to buck Lesnar off but Lesnar is having none of it.
De Oliveira is working hard here to advance position.
Lesnar working the ground and pound but De Oliveira is defending the strikes.
De Oliveira manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
De Oliveira stops Lesnar from getting back to his feet. #T1#
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Lesnar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
De Oliveira tries to pass to full mount but Lesnar defends it.
De Oliveira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lesnar is not content to let De Oliveira control the position.#SUB#
De Oliveira is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
De Oliveira wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lesnar keeps working.
De Oliveira has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
De Oliveira really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
De Oliveira tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lesnar knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lesnar is refusing to be controlled, as De Oliveira sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
De Oliveira looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
De Oliveira looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lesnar is fending him off so far but De Oliveira persists. Nope, Lesnar circles away and we're back to standing.
Lesnar tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown but Lesnar shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Lesnar shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T3#
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Lesnar from controlling successfully.
Lesnar throwing strikes from guard but De Oliveira blocks nicely.
Lesnar working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lesnar's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
De Oliveira looking to control.
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Lesnar from controlling successfully.
Lesnar throws a big elbow that misses.
Lesnar is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for a guillotine here but Lesnar defends easily. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Oliveira is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
De Oliveira is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lesnar is just riding it out for now. De Oliveira eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lesnar is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Titus Lesnar dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
No luck for De Oliveira with that takedown attempt.
No luck for De Oliveira with that takedown attempt.
And Lesnar tries to counter it with a takedown but De Oliveira pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
De Oliveira closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Lesnar is looking to work his way out of this bad position but De Oliveira is controlling him well.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lesnar knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Lesnar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lesnar is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1##SUB#
De Oliveira thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Bruno De Oliveira overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lesnar is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, De Oliveira asserts his dominance and retains side control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
De Oliveira is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lesnar is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lesnar is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
De Oliveira shoots in looking for a takedown. Lesnar tries to sprawl out of it but De Oliveira keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lesnar manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Lesnar scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bruno De Oliveira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lesnar works over De Oliveira's head and body with a nice combination.
Lesnar lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bruno De Oliveira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Oliveira tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lesnar defends well and De Oliveira ends up having to push Lesnar into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lesnar drops down looking to force a counter takedown but De Oliveira defends it well.
De Oliveira goes for a takedown attempt but Lesnar pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #KD2#
Lesnar drops De Oliveira with a left and a right! Oh, De Oliveira is hurt - Lesnar dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Bruno De Oliveira has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lesnar working the head and body with strikes.
Oh De Oliveira is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lesnar throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
De Oliveira seems to have got his legs back now.
Lesnar cracks De Oliveira with a big elbow.
Lesnar scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh De Oliveira is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Lesnar can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Titus Lesnar!
Titus Lesnar bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Highland 125
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1#
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Thompson as he avoids it easily.
De Oliveira gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Thompson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
De Oliveira has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at London MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Thompson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Thompson trying to control the position from guard on top but De Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Oliveira is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Thompson preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thompson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
De Oliveira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thompson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
De Oliveira controls Thompson momentarily but Thompson frees himself.
Thompson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
De Oliveira utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Thompson works over De Oliveira with some ground and pound from guard.
Thompson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Thompson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
De Oliveira controls Thompson momentarily but Thompson frees himself.
Thompson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of De Oliveira's head.
Thompson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of De Oliveira's head.
Thompson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Thompson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Thompson landing some decent shots from guard.
Thompson distracts De Oliveira with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#ROC#De Oliveira is rocked!#T2#
Thompson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
De Oliveira is still in real trouble! Can Thompson finish him?#SUB2#
De Oliveira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Thompson defends it easily.
De Oliveira seems to have recovered his senses.
De Oliveira has momentary wrist control but Thompson slips an elbow through the middle.
Thompson stands up over De Oliveira, holding on to his feet. Thompson throws the legs to one side and dives in with a huge shot that lands flush on the chin! De Oliveira is out cold! Thompson lands a couple more shots and the ref tackles him out of the way! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ricky Thompson!

Event: Highland 120
Date: Dec 17, 2021

#R1##TD#
De Oliveira shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. De Oliveira showed some decent athleticism there.

Turn kicks off De Oliveira and gets to his feet. #TD#
De Oliveira decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Turn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but De Oliveira pulls his head out easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turn tries to get to full guard but De Oliveira has control of the leg. #SUB#
Turn is defending against the submission attempts here by De Oliveira. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura but Turn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Oliveira to get the leverage.
Turn flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Turn wants to control but De Oliveira is keeping busy.
Turn gets full guard.
De Oliveira engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
De Oliveira trying to control the position from guard on top but Turn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turn wants to sweep but no luck.
Turn trying to keep a closed guard but De Oliveira is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
De Oliveira not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
De Oliveira trying to control but Turn is working from the bottom.
De Oliveira tries to free his leg and advance position but Turn is retaining full guard.
De Oliveira stops Turn from standing up.
De Oliveira pushing down on Turn 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
De Oliveira is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've been hearing good reports from De Oliveira's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Turn trying to hold on to De Oliveira's head to control him but De Oliveira postures up. #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.#SUB#
De Oliveira is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Turn is just riding it out for now. De Oliveira eventually gives up the hold.
De Oliveira really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
De Oliveira seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Turn is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bruno De Oliveira!
A very excited looking Bruno De Oliveira 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: Highland 111
Date: Nov 24, 2021

#R1##TD#
De Oliveira feints and as Turn raises his hands in defense, De Oliveira changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Turn pushes De Oliveira off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD#
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than De Oliveira was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Turn is looking to regain half guard here but De Oliveira keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Turn has escaped the position, nice work there.
Turn prevents De Oliveira from moving into mount. #SUB#
De Oliveira tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Turn is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Turn manages to get back to half guard.
Turn is looking to improve his position.
De Oliveira is thwarting Turn 's attempts to control the position.
De Oliveira tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turn is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Turn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Oliveira.
Turn is looking to control De Oliveira's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turn avoid being mounted?
De Oliveira working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Turn 's thigh. Turn counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
De Oliveira tries to free his leg and advance position but Turn is retaining full guard.
De Oliveira controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turn looking to control.
De Oliveira pushing down on Turn 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
De Oliveira seems to be working for a kimura but Turn defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura but Turn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Oliveira to get the leverage.
Turn is refusing to be controlled, as De Oliveira sits in half guard. #SUB#
De Oliveira is trying to work for a kimura but Turn is defending well. #SUB#
De Oliveira wants to work for an arm triangle but Turn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
De Oliveira wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turn keeps working. #SUB#
De Oliveira seems to be looking for submissions.
Turn tries to roll over but De Oliveira keeps him under control.#SUB#
De Oliveira wants to work for an arm triangle but Turn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Turn wants to improve his position but De Oliveira is controlling well. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turn defends it well.
Turn moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Turn trying to control the position. #SUB#
De Oliveira drops back looking for a leg! Turn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turn manages to kick De Oliveira off! De Oliveira jumps back into Turn 's guard.
De Oliveira sitting in guard, not really doing much.
De Oliveira trying to control the position from guard on top but Turn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turn keeping full guard, as De Oliveira tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
De Oliveira drops back looking for a leg! Turn is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turn manages to kick De Oliveira off! De Oliveira jumps back into Turn 's guard.
Turn has control of De Oliveira's left arm, preventing De Oliveira from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno De Oliveira dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
De Oliveira looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Turn actively working from the bottom here.
Turn won't allow De Oliveira to pass to mount.
Turn is staying active underneath De Oliveira, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
De Oliveira is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Oliveira is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Turn has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turn is staying active underneath De Oliveira, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bruno De Oliveira overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Turn wants to get back to full guard.
Turn won't allow De Oliveira to pass to mount.
Turn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
De Oliveira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
De Oliveira trying to pass the guard but Turn defending well. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura but Turn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Oliveira to get the leverage.
Turn is refusing to be controlled, as De Oliveira sits in half guard.
Turn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turn keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
De Oliveira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turn can do to turn this around?#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Turn moves into full guard.
De Oliveira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turn is keeping the position for now.
De Oliveira wants to control from the top but Turn keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turn has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but De Oliveira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
De Oliveira trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Turn manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Turn postures up and lands a big shot to De Oliveira's brow.
De Oliveira really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Turn trying to control but De Oliveira is working from the bottom. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Turn tries to free his leg and advance position but De Oliveira is retaining full guard.
De Oliveira is trying to keep Turn in close. #SUB#
De Oliveira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turn tries to free his leg and advance position but De Oliveira is retaining full guard.
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Turn from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Turn is sitting in close to De Oliveira's body. De Oliveira has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Turn is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Turn is tapping! That was a very nice submission by De Oliveira.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bruno De Oliveira!
Bruno De Oliveira thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Highland 108
Date: Nov 14, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Trollslayer manages to get an easy takedown there - catching De Oliveira on his heels. He'll look to pass De Oliveira's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
De Oliveira working for a triangle but Trollslayer defends it easily.
Trollslayer trying to control the position from guard on top but De Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Trollslayer's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Trollslayer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Trollslayer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Oliveira has his foot on Trollslayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trollslayer works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
De Oliveira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trollslayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Oliveira really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
Trollslayer content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Trollslayer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Trollslayer stands up over De Oliveira, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
De Oliveira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trollslayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trollslayer is working De Oliveira over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Trollslayer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Trollslayer from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Trollslayer got a little sloppy there for a moment and De Oliveira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trollslayer has managed to get both his arms back between De Oliveira's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
De Oliveira working for a triangle but Trollslayer defends it easily.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Trollslayer working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T2#
Trollslayer content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
De Oliveira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Trollslayer landing some decent shots from guard.
Trollslayer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of De Oliveira's head.#SUB#
De Oliveira has his foot on Trollslayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trollslayer works his way back into a safe position though.
De Oliveira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Trollslayer works over De Oliveira with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trollslayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
De Oliveira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trollslayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trollslayer controlling from the top position. #T3#
De Oliveira is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
De Oliveira seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
De Oliveira is working for a kimura but Trollslayer is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Trollslayer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Oliveira.
Trollslayer landing a few short strikes. #T4#
De Oliveira trying to control from Trollslayer's half guard. Trollslayer has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Trollslayer controls De Oliveira momentarily but De Oliveira frees himself.
De Oliveira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Trollslayer looking for a sweep. Not yet Trollslayer, not yet.
De Oliveira passes into half guard.
Trollslayer tries to roll over but De Oliveira keeps him under control.#SUB#
De Oliveira wants to work for an arm triangle but Trollslayer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Trollslayer is defending against the submission attempts here by De Oliveira.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balin Trollslayer 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##TD2#
Trollslayer shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
De Oliveira wants to control but Trollslayer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Balin Trollslayer has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Oliveira taking some punishment here, with Trollslayer in his half guard. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trollslayer pulls his head out easily.
De Oliveira has hold of Trollslayer's hands but Trollslayer slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trollslayer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Trollslayer is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
De Oliveira on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Trollslayer working De Oliveira over with strikes. #T1#
Trollslayer working De Oliveira over with strikes.
Trollslayer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trollslayer pulls his head out easily.
Trollslayer slips a nice elbow through De Oliveira's hands, connecting with De Oliveira's forehead.
Trollslayer lands with a punch from half guard.
Oh De Oliveira is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Trollslayer creates some space for himself and unloads with a monster right hand! That one landed with a sickening thud - De Oliveira is out cold and this one is all over! Trollslayer climbs onto the cage to celebrate with his corner!! He's shouting something into the camera but he's still got his mouthpiece in so God knows what he's actually saying.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Balin Trollslayer!

Event: Highland 104
Date: Nov 05, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira shoots in but no luck this time.
De Oliveira shoots in for a double leg but Vasiliev sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Vasiliev moves into range and clinches up with De Oliveira.
De Oliveira is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vasiliev is defending well.
Timur Vasiliev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
De Oliveira wants a takedown. #TD2#
De Oliveira ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. De Oliveira no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vasiliev wants to stand and escape but instead De Oliveira has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
De Oliveira trying to control but Vasiliev is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vasiliev looking for a sweep. Not yet Vasiliev, not yet.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vasiliev working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
De Oliveira drops back, looking for a kneebar! Vasiliev looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Vasiliev looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Vasiliev! #REVR##SUB#
Vasiliev tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Vasiliev is looking to take a break and control but De Oliveira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
De Oliveira gets back to half guard.
Vasiliev is taking a breather. De Oliveira says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
De Oliveira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Vasiliev's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Vasiliev's back!#SUB2#
De Oliveira looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Vasiliev taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bruno De Oliveira!
During a confident post fight interview, Bruno De Oliveira thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Highland 99
Date: Oct 17, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Giantslayer counters with a shoot takedown. De Oliveira fights it but they end up in guard.
Giantslayer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Giantslayer trying to control but De Oliveira is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
De Oliveira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Giantslayer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Giantslayer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Giantslayer postures up in De Oliveira's guard and throws a big left but De Oliveira blocks it.
Giantslayer lands a couple of elbows.
Giantslayer postures up in De Oliveira's guard and throws a big left but De Oliveira blocks it.
Giantslayer has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Oliveira has his foot on Giantslayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Giantslayer works his way back into a safe position though.
Giantslayer content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Giantslayer content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Giantslayer is looking to work some ground and pound but De Oliveira has wrist control.
Giantslayer tries to free his leg and advance position but De Oliveira is retaining full guard. #T1#
Giantslayer slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Giantslayer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Oliveira swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Giantslayer is in close to De Oliveira's body, working some short punches and elbows.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
De Oliveira looking for a guillotine here but Giantslayer defends easily. #SUB2#
De Oliveira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Giantslayer defends it easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Giantslayer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Giantslayer has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Giantslayer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Giantslayer from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB2#
Giantslayer got a little sloppy there for a moment and De Oliveira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Giantslayer has managed to get both his arms back between De Oliveira's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Giantslayer is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Giantslayer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
De Oliveira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Giantslayer trying to control but De Oliveira is working from the bottom.
Giantslayer scoring with punches to the head and body.
Giantslayer pushes down on De Oliveira's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Giantslayer is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Giantslayer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
De Oliveira wants to improve his position but Giantslayer is controlling well. #SUB2#
De Oliveira looking for submissions off his back.
Giantslayer trying to control the action but De Oliveira is working from the bottom.
De Oliveira trying to control but Giantslayer postures up.
Giantslayer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
De Oliveira tries to get to full guard but Giantslayer has control of the leg.
Giantslayer looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Giantslayer is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for De Oliveira!
The referee warns De Oliveira that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T4#
Giantslayer raining down shots from the mount!#ROC#De Oliveira is rocked!
Giantslayer postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! De Oliveira is out cold - huge knockout for Giantslayer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dwalin Giantslayer!
After the fight, Dwalin Giantslayer 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: Highland 96
Date: Oct 08, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira shoots and misses
and Kawiwasulu counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Kawiwasulu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. De Oliveira is aware though and is defending well.
De Oliveira is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
De Oliveira drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Oliveira jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
De Oliveira passes into half guard.
De Oliveira controlling the action here.#SUB#
De Oliveira maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Kawiwasulu could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but De Oliveira has cracked it and Kawiwasulu is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by De Oliveira!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: The Island Season 12, 265 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Camara as De Oliveira shoots in.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Camara as he avoids it easily.
De Oliveira with a poor takedown
enabling Camara to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Camara throws a looping overhand right but De Oliveira ducks down to avoid it.
Camara stuffs the takedown.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Camara! But no joy.
Camara scores with a sloppy right hand. De Oliveira should have avoided that one.
De Oliveira doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Camara counter with a right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Camara as he connects with a hook.
Camara keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!
De Oliveira takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
De Oliveira shoots in but Camara avoids the takedown attempt easily.
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!#KD2#
Camara drops De Oliveira with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but De Oliveira looks back up at him and smiles so Camara waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh De Oliveira is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Camara closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks De Oliveira out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Malachi Camara!
Malachi Camara 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: IXF LVII
Date: Aug 15, 2021

#R1##TD2#
De Oliveira shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. De Oliveira showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bich doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Oliveira.
De Oliveira has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad The Island. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bich trying to control but De Oliveira postures up.
Bich is refusing to be controlled, as De Oliveira sits in half guard. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bich wants to improve his position but De Oliveira is controlling well.
Bich moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Bich working for a triangle but De Oliveira defends it easily. #T1##SUB#
De Oliveira got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bich has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, De Oliveira has managed to get both his arms back between Bich's legs - danger averted.
De Oliveira trying to control but Bich is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bich working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Oliveira doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Oliveira manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
De Oliveira drops back looking for a leg! Bich is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bich manages to kick De Oliveira off! De Oliveira jumps back into Bich's guard.
De Oliveira trying to control the position from guard on top but Bich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bich looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but De Oliveira is defending well. Bich quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! De Oliveira has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Bich celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Phuc Dat Bich!
Phuc Dat Bich bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: IXF LV
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira fails with the takedown
letting Karaev counter with a right hand. #TD#
De Oliveira gets a takedown into half guard.
De Oliveira is pressing down on Karaev's thigh, looking to free his foot. Karaev is holding on for now.
De Oliveira moves into full mount! Karaev won't be happy about that! #SUB#
De Oliveira working for a submission but Karaev is keeping him at bay.
Karaev tries to lock up and control but De Oliveira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Karaev prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Karaev wants to hold on but De Oliveira pushes him away.
De Oliveira trying to control but Karaev is having none of it. #T1#
De Oliveira looking to control and managing it successfully.
Karaev keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Karaev really doesn't want to stay on the ground with De Oliveira. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
De Oliveira is working for a guillotine from mount but Karaev frees his head quite easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karaev is trying to escape the mount but De Oliveira keeps good control and instead manages to take Karaev's back. #SUB#
De Oliveira tightening his grip on Karaev, looking for the choke.
Karaev looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T2##SUB#
De Oliveira looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
De Oliveira tightening his grip on Karaev, looking for the choke.
Karaev tries to roll but De Oliveira sticks to his back. #SUB#
Karaev is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Karaev is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get De Oliveira off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for the choke from the back.
De Oliveira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
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!
Karaev is really stuck here. #T3##SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Karaev knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Karaev for a finish. #SUB#
Karaev is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Karaev knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Karaev for a finish.
Karaev trying to control the hands but De Oliveira won't let him. #SUB#
De Oliveira sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Karaev taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: IXF L
Date: Jul 25, 2021

#R1#
Veainu misses with a straight left. #KD#
Veainu sends De Oliveira crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Veainu is motioning to the referee to let De Oliveira up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT#It looks like Bruno De Oliveira has been cut.
Veainu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Veainu cracks a nice hook into De Oliveira's ribs.
Veainu throws out a loose jab but De Oliveira uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Oliveira bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Veainu comes at him with an uppercut from hell! De Oliveira falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! De Oliveira was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vunipola Veainu!
Vunipola Veainu retains his heavyweight title!

Event: IXF XLV
Date: Jul 11, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Bich gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Bich working for a triangle but De Oliveira defends it easily. #SUB#
Bich is looking for a triangle here but De Oliveira uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SUB2#
De Oliveira wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bich, who protects the arm well.
Bich manages to get back to half guard.
De Oliveira trying to control from half guard but Bich is working away.
Bich trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bich doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Oliveira.
Bich's coaches at Hardcore Island MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1##SUB#
Bich actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bich defends it well. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
De Oliveira wants to work for an arm triangle but Bich is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
De Oliveira is trying to work for a kimura but Bich is defending well. #SUB#
Bich looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bich defends it well. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Bich actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Oliveira is trying to control. Bich wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back.
De Oliveira has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad The Island. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
De Oliveira wants to control but Bich is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back.
De Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Bich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bich defends it well. #SUB#
Bich actively working from the bottom here.
Bich trying to hold on to De Oliveira's head to control him but De Oliveira postures up. #T3#
Bich is looking for a sweep. De Oliveira is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bich might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
De Oliveira trying to mount his opponent but Bich defends it.
Bich is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
De Oliveira is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
De Oliveira seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bich is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Oliveira seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
De Oliveira seems to be looking for submissions.
Bich wants to control but De Oliveira is keeping busy. #SUB#
Bich looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Bich is looking to control De Oliveira's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bich avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Bich actively working from the bottom here.
Bich tries to roll over but De Oliveira keeps him under control.
De Oliveira moves into full mount! Bich won't be happy about that! #SUB2#
De Oliveira has hold of Bich's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bich manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Bich to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Bich shrugs it off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Oliveira trying to control but Bich is having none of it.
Bich tries to lock up and control but De Oliveira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno De Oliveira dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
De Oliveira drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Bich is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. De Oliveira is aware though and is defending well.
De Oliveira tries to free his leg and advance position but Bich is retaining full guard.
Bich is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bich keeping moving, preventing De Oliveira from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bich is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
De Oliveira wants to control from the top but Bich keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bich trying to keep a closed guard but De Oliveira is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bich is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
De Oliveira tries to free his leg and advance position but Bich is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
De Oliveira drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Oliveira jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Bich is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. De Oliveira is aware though and is defending well.
De Oliveira trying to control the position from guard on top but Bich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bich is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. De Oliveira is aware though and is defending well.
De Oliveira is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
De Oliveira sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bich's guard. #SUB#
Bich looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura here.
De Oliveira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bich is not content to let De Oliveira control the position.#T2##SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
De Oliveira seems to be working for a kimura but Bich defends the submission attempt.
Bich tries to get to full guard but De Oliveira has control of the leg.
De Oliveira wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bich keeps working. #SUB2#
De Oliveira is trying to work for a kimura but Bich is defending well.
Bich tries to roll over but De Oliveira keeps him under control.#SUB#
Bich looking for submissions off his back.#T3##SUB2#
De Oliveira maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Bich could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but De Oliveira has cracked it and Bich is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by De Oliveira!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: IXF XL
Date: Jun 27, 2021

#R1#
Veainu throws the left hand but De Oliveira avoids the punch easily.
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Veainu circles away easily
and Veainu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Veainu has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tezâ€™s Stand N Bang ! in the buildup to the fight.
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Veainu circles away easily
and Veainu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #KD#
Veainu drops De Oliveira with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but De Oliveira looks back up at him and smiles so Veainu waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#De Oliveira is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bruno De Oliveira has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Oliveira switches off momentarily and Veainu cracks him with a monster right hand! De Oliveira topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Veainu dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Veainu!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vunipola Veainu!
Vunipola Veainu retains his heavyweight title!

Event: IXF XXXV
Date: Jun 13, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD#
and Tassen counters with a nice right hand that sends De Oliveira toppling to the canvas! De Oliveira scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tassen finish him?!#CUT#It looks like Bruno De Oliveira has been cut.
De Oliveira has his takedown stuffed
and Tassen counters with a nice body shot.
De Oliveira looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tassen is fending him off so far but De Oliveira persists. Nope, Tassen circles away and we're back to standing.
Lee Tassen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno De Oliveira.
No luck for De Oliveira with that takedown attempt.
De Oliveira with a poor takedown #TD#
and Tassen counters with a single leg into guard. De Oliveira didn't expect that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tassen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
De Oliveira looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tassen trying to control the position from guard on top but De Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
De Oliveira looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Tassen is defending well. De Oliveira quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Tassen has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! De Oliveira celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: IXF XXIX
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1##TD#
De Oliveira closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into McAffee's guard.
De Oliveira trying to control but McAffee is working from the bottom.
De Oliveira passes into half guard.
McAffee is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
De Oliveira wants to work for an arm triangle but McAffee is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a kimura here.
McAffee is pressing down on De Oliveira's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
De Oliveira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira trying to control the position from guard on top but McAffee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McAffee keeping full guard, as De Oliveira tries to pass.
De Oliveira sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed McAffee's guard.
De Oliveira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
McAffee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Oliveira is controlling the pace.
McAffee misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
De Oliveira is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
McAffee trying to control from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McAffee can do anything to dispel that myth.
De Oliveira passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McAffee!
McAffee is looking to get to half guard.
De Oliveira tries to control but McAffee wriggling away. #T2##SUB#
De Oliveira working for a submission but McAffee is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
De Oliveira working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. McAffee turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips De Oliveira off and cradles McAffee's limp body as De Oliveira celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: IXF XXIV
Date: May 15, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira looks for a takedown but Telheiras sprawls well.
Telheiras lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
De Oliveira closes the distance and clinches up with Telheiras, looking for a takedown. De Oliveira pushes Telheiras against the cage but Telheiras circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As De Oliveira backs off Telheiras throws a huge counter combo but De Oliveira manages to avoid it all.
De Oliveira gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD2#
and Telheiras counters with a nice right hand that sends De Oliveira toppling to the canvas! De Oliveira scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Telheiras finish him?!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Telheiras closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops De Oliveira! Telheiras dives in looking to finish! De Oliveira is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Smile Telheiras!

Event: IXF XX
Date: May 02, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Trollslayer looking to score a takedown here. De Oliveira is defending well but Trollslayer drives through and ends up in De Oliveira's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Trollslayer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for a guillotine here but Trollslayer defends easily. #SUB#
De Oliveira isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Trollslayer stacks De Oliveira 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 Trollslayer!
De Oliveira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Trollslayer working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trollslayer landing a few strikes.
De Oliveira is trying to control Trollslayer's posture but Trollslayer avoids it.
De Oliveira is trying to improve his position.#T1#
De Oliveira wants to control but Trollslayer postures up.
Trollslayer landing a few strikes.
Trollslayer is looking to take a break and control but De Oliveira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
De Oliveira is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Trollslayer is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Trollslayer landing strikes from the mount.
De Oliveira is desperately trying to improve his position but Trollslayer has a good base and remains in mount.
De Oliveira is working hard here to advance position.
Trollslayer pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
De Oliveira really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Trollslayer prevents De Oliveira from getting the reversal.
De Oliveira wants to control but Trollslayer is having none of it.
De Oliveira keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trollslayer avoids the attempt from De Oliveira to control.
Trollslayer has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Hardcore Island MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
De Oliveira bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Oliveira looking to pass the guard.
Trollslayer keeping moving, preventing De Oliveira from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
De Oliveira drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Trollslayer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now De Oliveira has Trollslayer in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
De Oliveira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Trollslayer can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Trollslayer is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
De Oliveira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trollslayer defends well.
De Oliveira keeping moving, preventing Trollslayer from controlling successfully. #T4#
Trollslayer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
De Oliveira working for a triangle but Trollslayer defends it easily.
Trollslayer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Trollslayer with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
De Oliveira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Trollslayer is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trollslayer chips away with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balin Trollslayer dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
De Oliveira darts in looking for a takedown but Trollslayer gets double underhooks and turns De Oliveira into the cage. #TD2#
Trollslayer gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Trollslayer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
De Oliveira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
De Oliveira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
De Oliveira wants to sweep here but Trollslayer controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
De Oliveira has his foot on Trollslayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trollslayer works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trollslayer works over De Oliveira with some ground and pound from guard.
Trollslayer scoring with punches to the head and body.
Trollslayer controlling from the top position.
De Oliveira is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1##SUB#
De Oliveira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Trollslayer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Trollslayer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Trollslayer passes into half guard. #SUB#
De Oliveira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Trollslayer pulls his head out easily.
Trollslayer prevents De Oliveira from improving his position.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#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.
De Oliveira is looking to control Trollslayer's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can De Oliveira avoid being mounted?
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Trollslayer connects with a nice short shot to De Oliveira's temple.
De Oliveira gets full guard.#SUB#
De Oliveira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Trollslayer defends it easily.
Trollslayer keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of De Oliveira's head.
Trollslayer wants to control from the top but De Oliveira keeps moving.
De Oliveira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3##SUB#
De Oliveira looking for subs off his back but Trollslayer has passed one foot through into half guard.
De Oliveira is trying to control but Trollslayer passes into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Oliveira tries to improve position but can't.
Trollslayer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with De Oliveira. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Trollslayer slows the pace down.
Trollslayer scores with punches from side control. #T4#
De Oliveira is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
De Oliveira tries to get to full guard but Trollslayer has control of the leg.
Trollslayer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
De Oliveira is looking to control Trollslayer's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can De Oliveira avoid being mounted?
De Oliveira has a hand on Trollslayer's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Trollslayer takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Trollslayer tries to control but De Oliveira wriggling away.
De Oliveira is trying to escape the mount.
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.

Balin Trollslayer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
De Oliveira drives through with a takedown into guard.
De Oliveira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trollslayer is keeping the position for now.
Trollslayer tries to strike from the bottom.
Trollslayer keeping moving, preventing De Oliveira from controlling successfully.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Trollslayer can do anything to dispel that myth.
De Oliveira preventing the sweep.
De Oliveira trying to control but Trollslayer is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Oliveira has gone for a leg lock! Trollslayer slips out almost immediately though and dives into De Oliveira's guard.#REVB##SUB#
De Oliveira has his foot on Trollslayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Trollslayer works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Trollslayer not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
De Oliveira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trollslayer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trollslayer trying to control the position from guard on top but De Oliveira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
De Oliveira working for a triangle but Trollslayer defends it easily.
Balin Trollslayer has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Trollslayer got a little sloppy there for a moment and De Oliveira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trollslayer has managed to get both his arms back between De Oliveira's legs - danger averted.
Balin Trollslayer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Trollslayer postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
De Oliveira looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Trollslayer passes into side control.
De Oliveira is looking to regain half guard here but Trollslayer keeps moving and retains side control.
De Oliveira trying to control but Trollslayer flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Trollslayer not allowing De Oliveira to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on De Oliveira's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #T3#
Trollslayer is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Trollslayer doesn't have the hooks in and De Oliveira manages to turn into his guard.
De Oliveira trying to move into half guard but instead Trollslayer has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Trollslayer sitting in guard, not really doing much.
De Oliveira 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#
De Oliveira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trollslayer defends well.#SUB#
De Oliveira looking for subs off his back but Trollslayer has passed one foot through into half guard. #T4#
Trollslayer seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
De Oliveira has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Trollslayer escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Trollslayer!
De Oliveira manages to work his way to half guard, despite Trollslayer's best efforts.
Bruno De Oliveira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Trollslayer keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Balin Trollslayer.
Well Trollslayer 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: IXF XVI
Date: Apr 21, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown but Big Mouth shows good takedown defense.
De Oliveira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
De Oliveira fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Big Mouth to the ground. De Oliveira is now in Big Mouth 's guard.
De Oliveira sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
De Oliveira drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Oliveira jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
De Oliveira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
De Oliveira controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
De Oliveira stands and throws Big Mouth 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Oliveira has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Big Mouth is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. De Oliveira yanks on the arm and Big Mouth is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by De Oliveira.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: IXF XIII
Date: Apr 11, 2021

#R1#
De Oliveira tries for a takedown but Glasgow circles away easily
letting Glasgow counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from De Oliveira is defended easily by Glasgow .
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Glasgow as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno De Oliveira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Oliveira shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Glasgow sprawls well. Glasgow wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. De Oliveira gets slowly back to his feet.
De Oliveira fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Oliveira is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Glasgow throws a solid leg kick but De Oliveira takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Glasgow .
De Oliveira looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Glasgow is fending him off so far but De Oliveira persists. Nope, Glasgow circles away and we're back to standing.
Glasgow looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by De Oliveira or perhaps it was just good defense by Glasgow , which made it look bad.
It seemed like Glasgow was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
De Oliveira shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD2#
and Glasgow counters with a beautiful punch that sends De Oliveira to the canvas! #ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!
De Oliveira utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
De Oliveira working for a triangle but Glasgow defends it easily.
Glasgow scoring with punches to the head and body.
De Oliveira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Glasgow working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of De Oliveira's head.
Glasgow working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
De Oliveira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Glasgow throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
De Oliveira is trying to keep Glasgow in close.
Glasgow scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Glasgow throws a big elbow that misses.
De Oliveira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Glasgow is in close to De Oliveira's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Glasgow postures up in De Oliveira's guard and throws a big left but De Oliveira blocks it.
De Oliveira tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Glasgow with a flurry of punches that miss.
Glasgow throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
De Oliveira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Glasgow doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Glasgow manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Glasgow must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Glasgow scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
De Oliveira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Glasgow is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
De Oliveira is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Glasgow has his hands clasped together but De Oliveira extends and breaks Glasgow 's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by De Oliveira.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 24, 2021

#R1#
Nice body punch from Barber. #TD2#
De Oliveira decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Barber on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Barber tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
De Oliveira has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Barber defend it? De Oliveira steps over the head and cranks it - Barber is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for De Oliveira!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Manlet Killer instigates a clinch.
A short uppercut from Manlet Killer.
Manlet Killer lands a body shot.
Manlet Killer works on De Oliveira's body with a couple of short punches.
De Oliveira is breathing heavily.
Still in the clinch, Manlet Killer scores with a nice short uppercut.
Manlet Killer lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Manlet Killer gets through De Oliveira's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Manlet Killer scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Manlet Killer.
Manlet Killer scores with a nice hook to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#KD2#
Manlet Killer drops De Oliveira onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! De Oliveira is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#De Oliveira is rocked!
Manlet Killer creates a little bit of space and unloads with a massive uppercut! De Oliveira drops to the mat, out cold! Wow, that was brutal! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jordan Hero Manlet Killer!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 04, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Karelin drives through and clinches with De Oliveira against the cage.
De Oliveira wants a takedown.
Karelin stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC2#
Karelin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Karelin swings away with a leg kick that misses.#TD2#
Karelin fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging De Oliveira to the ground. Karelin is now in De Oliveira's guard.
De Oliveira working a defensive guard here.
Karelin content to stall in guard here.
De Oliveira will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
De Oliveira has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Karelin doesn't defend quickly enough and De Oliveira has managed to lock this one up! Can Karelin escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to De Oliveira on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bruno De Oliveira!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1##CL#
Test has taken the fight to the clinch.
Test softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Test lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #KD#
Test drops De Oliveira onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! De Oliveira is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Test pushes off and lands a massive hook that knocks De Oliveira out cold! The fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Island Test!

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