Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HRL24 Taylor vs Natta
Date: Oct 08, 2023

#R1#
Couture slips a straight right by Krylov.
Couture looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Krylov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Krylov misses with a hook. Couture ducked under it nicely.
Krylov throws a looping overhand right but Couture ducks down to avoid it.
Krylov misses the jab.
Couture jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Couture throws a hook but Krylov blocks it.
Krylov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Couture sprawls and moves away.
Couture throws a looping overhand right but Krylov ducks down to avoid it.
Krylov tries to counter with a takedown but Couture is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov misses with a left hand #KD2#
and Couture counters with a nice right hand that sends Krylov toppling to the canvas! Krylov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Couture finish him?!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Couture throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Krylov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Krylov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Couture sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Krylov misses with a hook. Couture ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Krylov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Couture uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Krylov has time to react.#ROC2#Krylov is rocked!#TD#
Krylov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Couture's half guard.
Couture is trying to get back to full guard.
Couture has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Krylov is working away from the top position though.
Couture is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Krylov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Krylov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Couture is just riding it out for now. Krylov eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Couture moves into full guard.
Couture keeping full guard, as Krylov tries to pass.
Krylov trying to control but Couture is working from the bottom.
Couture really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Krylov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Couture 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.
Couture is trying to keep Krylov in close. #T3#
Krylov wants to control from the top but Couture keeps moving.
Krylov stays in close to Couture's body and controls the position.
Couture looking to hit a scissor sweep but Krylov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Couture is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Krylov is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Couture keeping full guard, as Krylov tries to pass.
Krylov is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Krylov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Couture manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Krylov has Couture in his guard.#REVB##T4#
Krylov wants to sweep but no luck.
Couture wants to pass the guard but Krylov is keeping the position.
Krylov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Couture wants to control from the top but Krylov keeps moving. #SUB#
Krylov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Couture stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Krylov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Krylov keeping moving, preventing Couture from controlling successfully.
Couture trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Krylov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Couture displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Krylov throws out the jab.
Couture throws out a counter right but Krylov avoids it with no problem.
Nice shot lands for Krylov.
Felipe Couture seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Krylov sizes up Couture with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL2#
Couture moves into the clinch.
Krylov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Krylov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Couture gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short right from Krylov on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture is struggling to control the position.
Couture will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Krylov up against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Couture's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.#T1#
Krylov stalling the fight.
Krylov is looking for a takedown.
Krylov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Couture gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Krylov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Krylov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Krylov goes for a takedown attempt but Couture pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Couture will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #TD#
Krylov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Krylov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Couture has escaped the position, nice work there.
Couture manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Couture is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Krylov jumps into side control!
Krylov wants to control for a moment but Couture uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Couture is looking to control Krylov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Couture avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Krylov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Krylov prevents Couture from improving his position.#SUB#
Krylov seems to be looking for submissions. #T3#
Couture wants to improve his position but Krylov is controlling well.
Couture wants to control but Krylov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Anton Krylov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Krylov is looking for a kimura here.
Couture trying to hold on to Krylov's head to control him but Krylov postures up.
Couture is looking for a sweep. Krylov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Krylov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Krylov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Couture sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Couture is refusing to be controlled, as Krylov sits in half guard. #SUB#
Krylov seems to be working for a kimura but Couture defends the submission attempt.
Couture is looking to control Krylov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Couture avoid being mounted?
Couture might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Krylov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Couture is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Krylov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Couture has managed to free his arm - good work.
Couture has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Krylov is working away from the top position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Krylov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Couture steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Krylov.
Couture feints a counter leg kick.
Krylov is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Couture's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Krylov checks the leg kick.
Krylov throws the left hand but Couture avoids the punch easily.
Couture looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Couture ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Krylov misses with a looping left.
Couture looks to land a left hand but Krylov moved out of range nicely.
Krylov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Krylov feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov clobbers Couture with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Couture fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Krylov checks it well.
Krylov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Couture throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Krylov.
Couture throws a hook but Krylov blocks it.
Krylov attempts a counter takedown but Couture avoids it well and moves away.
Couture misses with a low kick.
Couture ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Krylov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Couture swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Krylov cracks Couture with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Couture tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Krylov is able to avoid easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Krylov. That snapped Couture's head back. #TD#
Krylov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Couture looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T2##SUB#
Krylov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Krylov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Krylov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Couture gets back to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Krylov wants to control but Couture is keeping him busy.
Krylov passes to side control.
Krylov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Couture keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Couture's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Couture tries to buck Krylov off but Krylov is having none of it.
Couture is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Krylov has hold of Couture's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Couture seems comfortable defending it but Krylov has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Couture is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Couture is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Krylov couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anton Krylov!
A very excited looking Anton Krylov 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: HRL16 Kovacevic vs Schultz
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Dawson throws an overhand right that lands on Couture's shoulder, as Couture tries to avoid the shot.
Couture misses with a straight left.
Dawson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Dawson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Couture throws a leg kick but Dawson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dawson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Couture moves in looking to clinch but Dawson pushes him off.
A little feinted left hand from Dawson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Dawson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dawson throws a lazy right hand but Couture sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Couture moves into the clinch successfully. #T1#
A short right from Dawson on the inside.
Couture is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dawson working aggressively here.
Dawson is trying to pull guard but Couture turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Dawson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Couture is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dawson to the mat. Dawson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Dawson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Couture can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Dawson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Couture defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Couture stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dawson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dawson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Couture on the ground.
Dawson has his hands on Couture's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Couture trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Couture wants to control from the top but Dawson keeps moving.
Couture looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Couture passes Dawson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Couture sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dawson trying to control here. #T3#
Couture wants to control but Dawson is keeping him busy.
Dawson tries to roll over but Couture keeps him under control.
Dawson trying to control but Couture postures up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Couture tries to pass to full mount but Dawson defends it.
Dawson is staying active underneath Couture, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Couture closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Couture lands in his opponent's guard.
Dawson is trying to control the position but Couture postures up. #T4#
Couture wants to control from the top but Dawson keeps moving.
Couture slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Dawson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Couture passes into side control.
Dawson can't do much from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Couture works to advance to full mount. Dawson defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Dawson tries to lock up and control but Couture 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.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dawson blocks a low kick nicely.
Dawson is looking to counter punch.
Couture misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Dawson to counter with a crisp jab.
Couture throws a hook but Dawson blocks it.
Couture misses with a right hand
and Dawson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Couture tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dawson is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Dawson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dawson scores with a punch to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Couture throws an off balance right hand
enabling Dawson to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Couture thows a leg kick but Dawson checks it #KD#
and Dawson counters with a nice right hand that sends Couture toppling to the canvas! Couture scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Dawson finish him?!#ROC#Couture is rocked!
Couture rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dawson counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jack Dawson!

Event: HRL2: Kovacevic vs Jungle
Date: Jul 23, 2023

#R1#
Allen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Allen gets caught napping as Couture dives in and scores a takedown. Allen manages to retain guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Allen keeping full guard, as Couture tries to pass.
Allen trying to control the position.
Couture's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Couture wants to pass the guard but Allen is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Allen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Allen tries to sprawl but Couture drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Couture takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Allen is trying to get back to full guard.
Couture looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Couture controlling the action here. #T2#
Allen is looking to control Couture's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Allen avoid being mounted?
Couture content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Couture works his way into side control.
Allen trying to control but Couture flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T3#
Allen wants to control his opponent's hands but Couture gets his hands free.
Allen is in bad spot here. #SUB#
Couture working for the choke.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Allen can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Allen is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Couture.
Couture seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Allen for as long as he can get away with.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Allen breaks Couture's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Allen throws a big right hand that misses.
Allen wants to control from the top but Couture keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Couture utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Couture looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Allen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Couture attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Couture throws a front kick aimed at Allen's knee but Allen avoids it well.
Allen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Couture counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Allen trying to control from the bottom.
Felipe Couture overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Couture keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Couture works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture controlling the pace for now. #T1#
Allen bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Allen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Couture preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Couture looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Allen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Allen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
Allen postures up in Couture's guard and throws a big left but Couture blocks it.
Allen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Allen connects with a couple of short punches.
Allen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Allen landing with the ground and pound.
Couture keeping moving, preventing Allen from controlling successfully.
Allen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Allen is working Couture over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
Allen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Couture is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Couture is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Allen can do to turn this around?
No luck with that takedown attempt from Allen.
Allen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Allen fails with the takedown.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Davey Allen.
Allen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Couture.
Some bone on bone action there as Allen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Allen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Couture tries a low kick but Allen avoids it.
Davey Allen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Couture throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Allen throws a looping overhand right but Couture ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Couture misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Couture gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Allen holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Allen is looking to take this one to the mat.
Allen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Couture after a bit of a struggle.
Allen gets underhooks to prevent Couture's takedown attempt.
Allen stops a takedown attempt from Couture.
Allen is looking to take this one to the mat.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Allen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Couture is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Allen goes for a takedown attempt but Couture pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Allen throws an overhand right that lands on Couture's shoulder, as Couture tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Davey Allen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Allen misses the target.
Allen throws the left hand but Couture avoids the punch easily.
Allen throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Couture steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Allen.
Couture loads up on a big right hand but Allen slips the punch.
Couture bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Davey Allen has been cut.
Couture throws out a loose jab but Allen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Allen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Allen scores with the left hand. Couture knows he should have avoided that one.
Couture tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Allen is able to avoid easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Couture tries to counter with a takedown but Allen is quick to defend against it.
Allen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Couture counters by moving into the clinch.
Couture managing to block the knees to the body from Allen. #T1##TD#
Couture gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Allen trying to control here.
Allen won't allow Couture to pass to mount.
Still in half guard, Couture seems content to control.
Couture tries to pass to full mount but Allen defends it. #T2#
Allen is trying to control but can't.
Couture seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Couture swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Couture leaves Allen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Couture attempts a counter takedown but Allen avoids it well and moves away.
Couture misses with a low kick as Allen jumps back.
Couture displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Allen.
Couture attempts a counter takedown but Allen avoids it well and moves away.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Davey Allen.
Couture ducks under a wild hook from Allen.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Allen.#T3#
A slow jab from Allen misses its intended target.
Couture cracks Allen with a good jab.#TD2#
Allen is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Couture's half guard.
Allen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Couture gets full guard.
Allen sitting in guard here, content to control.
Couture 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.
Allen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Couture works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Allen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Couture swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Allen trying to control the position from guard on top but Couture is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Allen throws a strike but Couture rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Allen trying to keep a closed guard but Couture is proving a slippery customer.
Allen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Couture seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Felipe Couture showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Couture 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felipe Couture!

Event: KIFC 81
Date: Jun 10, 2023

#R1#
Krylov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Couture swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Krylov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Couture's guard.
Krylov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Our spies down at at Elite Island Training inform us that Couture has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Krylov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Couture is keeping the position for now.
Krylov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov wants to control from the top but Couture keeps moving. #T1#
Krylov is fighting to break Couture's control of his arms but Couture is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Krylov trying to control but Couture is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Krylov checks a leg kick.
Couture uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Krylov.
Couture changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Krylov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And Couture tries to counter it with a takedown but Krylov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Krylov connects with a right hand. Couture shakes it off.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Couture.#TD#
Couture gets caught flat footed, as Krylov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Krylov has gone for a leg lock! Couture slips out almost immediately though and dives into Krylov's guard.#REVB#
Couture tries to free his leg and advance position but Krylov is retaining full guard.
Couture must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Couture is sitting in close to Krylov's body. Krylov has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Couture is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Couture is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Krylov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Anton Krylov!
Anton Krylov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: KIFC 68
Date: May 19, 2023

#R1#
TheNoseBleeds tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Couture was well out of range. Poor timing from TheNoseBleeds.
TheNoseBleeds tries to close the distance and clinch but Couture swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Couture catches TheNoseBleeds with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
Couture moves into the clinch.
Couture looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
TheNoseBleeds stops a takedown attempt from Couture. #TD#
TheNoseBleeds has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Couture regains guard immediately.
Couture avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
TheNoseBleeds might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as TheNoseBleeds accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
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.
Couture looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
TheNoseBleeds seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
TheNoseBleeds postures up. #T1#
TheNoseBleeds trying to control but Couture is working from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Couture can do anything to dispel that myth.
TheNoseBleeds stopping the sweep attempt from Couture.
Couture trying to control the position.
Couture avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Couture keeping full guard, as TheNoseBleeds tries to pass.
TheNoseBleeds slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Couture keeping moving, preventing TheNoseBleeds from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in looking for a takedown but Couture manages to keep the fight standing, pushing TheNoseBleeds's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Couture avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
TheNoseBleeds defending well as Couture loads up on a big left hand.
TheNoseBleeds looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#TD#
TheNoseBleeds decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
TheNoseBleeds wants to control but Couture is keeping him busy.
Couture keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds working Couture over with strikes.
TheNoseBleeds not doing much here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
TheNoseBleeds wants to pass to mount but Couture is defending the position.
Well, if TheNoseBleeds is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
TheNoseBleeds lands strikes from half guard.
TheNoseBleeds is figuring out what he wants to do next.
TheNoseBleeds throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Couture is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of TheNoseBleeds's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take TheNoseBleeds's back!
TheNoseBleeds wants to control his opponent's hands but Couture gets his hands free.
TheNoseBleeds is trying to stand back up.
TheNoseBleeds is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
TheNoseBleeds is trying to get back to his feet but Couture has full control of the position and if anything, TheNoseBleeds has just worked his way into a worse spot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Will Couture go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
TheNoseBleeds just trying to survive but Couture is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A big left from TheNoseBleeds misses.
Some bone on bone action there as TheNoseBleeds checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
TheNoseBleeds thows a left - swing and a miss!
WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
TheNoseBleeds avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
TheNoseBleeds tries to counter with a takedown but Couture is quick to defend against it.
Couture tries for a takedown but TheNoseBleeds sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
TheNoseBleeds half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Couture as TheNoseBleeds shoots in.
TheNoseBleeds throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Couture uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from TheNoseBleeds.
TheNoseBleeds ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
TheNoseBleeds attempts a counter takedown but Couture avoids it well and moves away.
TheNoseBleeds throws a hook to the side of Couture's head but Couture sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNoseBleeds takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
TheNoseBleeds will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
TheNoseBleeds fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A big right from Couture misses.
TheNoseBleeds slips under a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Couture as TheNoseBleeds shoots in.
Couture throws a front kick aimed at TheNoseBleeds's knee but TheNoseBleeds avoids it well.
TheNoseBleeds is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Couture's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Couture throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Couture looks to land a left hand but TheNoseBleeds moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Couture misses the target.
Couture looks to land a right hand but TheNoseBleeds moved out of range.
TheNoseBleeds swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Couture drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNoseBleeds defends it well.
TheNoseBleeds blocks a jab.
TheNoseBleeds checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
TheNoseBleeds tries to counter with a takedown but Couture is quick to defend against it.
Couture fakes a jab and throws a low kick but TheNoseBleeds checks it well.
A jab from TheNoseBleeds misses. #T2#
TheNoseBleeds dives in and grabs Couture's left leg, looking for a takedown. Couture pushes down on TheNoseBleeds's head and hops out.
TheNoseBleeds closes this distance looking for a takedown but Couture circles away.
Couture throws a low kick but TheNoseBleeds moves out of range easily.
TheNoseBleeds changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
TheNoseBleeds lands with an overhand left.
TheNoseBleeds uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
TheNoseBleeds blocks a jab.
Couture throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
TheNoseBleeds fails with a takedown attempt.
TheNoseBleeds throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Couture is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Couture throws a leg kick but TheNoseBleeds checks it.
TheNoseBleeds throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Couture tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3#
Couture slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Couture throws a leg kick that misses.
Couture throws a big shot that misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Couture.
TheNoseBleeds throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Couture is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Couture avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
TheNoseBleeds throws a looping overhand right but Couture ducks down to avoid it.
TheNoseBleeds checks a leg kick.
TheNoseBleeds closes the distance but Couture moves to the side #TD2#
and Couture counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

TheNoseBleeds kicks Couture off and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
TheNoseBleeds throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.#T4#
Couture misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by Couture.
Couture slips a straight right by TheNoseBleeds.
The fighters circling - Couture throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Couture pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Couture slips a jab from TheNoseBleeds.
TheNoseBleeds throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Couture with the counter takedown but TheNoseBleeds avoids it easily.
TheNoseBleeds throws a shot from downtown. Couture moves away and avoids it.
TheNoseBleeds displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
TheNoseBleeds tries to counter with a takedown but Couture is quick to defend against it.
No luck for TheNoseBleeds with that takedown attempt.
Couture dives in for a single leg takedown but TheNoseBleeds sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
TheNoseBleeds changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Felipe Couture will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Couture tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and TheNoseBleeds is able to avoid easily.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Couture but Couture pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Couture misses with a hook. TheNoseBleeds ducked under it nicely.
TheNoseBleeds misses with a hook. Couture ducked under it nicely.
Couture slips a straight right by TheNoseBleeds.
Couture throws out a loose jab but TheNoseBleeds uses good head movement to avoid it.
TheNoseBleeds rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Couture counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for TheNoseBleeds!
Couture wants to control but TheNoseBleeds is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNoseBleeds tries to escape but Couture is in control.
TheNoseBleeds is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
TheNoseBleeds wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
TheNoseBleeds stops Couture from passing to mount.
TheNoseBleeds is trying to buck Couture off.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
TheNoseBleeds tries to get back to half guard but can't.
TheNoseBleeds is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Couture is controlling him well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Couture throws a hook but TheNoseBleeds avoids it easily.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
TheNoseBleeds leaves Couture with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
TheNoseBleeds misses with an uppercut. Couture saw that one coming.
TheNoseBleeds lunges at Couture with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Couture's hand.
TheNoseBleeds looks to land a right hand but Couture moved out of range.
Couture with the counter takedown but TheNoseBleeds avoids it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as TheNoseBleeds checks a leg kick.
Couture uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from TheNoseBleeds.
TheNoseBleeds looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Couture is fending him off so far but TheNoseBleeds persists. Nope, Couture circles away and we're back to standing.
Couture tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
TheNoseBleeds displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
TheNoseBleeds throws a hook but Couture blocks it.
Couture with the counter takedown but TheNoseBleeds avoids it easily.
Felipe Couture seems to be getting the better of the standup.
TheNoseBleeds shoots for a takedown but Couture saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Couture is looking to chop away at TheNoseBleeds's legs.
Couture misses with a looping left.#T3#
TheNoseBleeds slips a jab from Couture.
TheNoseBleeds uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
TheNoseBleeds attempts a counter takedown but Couture avoids it well and moves away.
Couture shoots for a double leg takedown but TheNoseBleeds sprawls well. He's pushed Couture's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Couture misses with a hook.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Couture with the counter takedown but TheNoseBleeds avoids it easily.
TheNoseBleeds jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And Couture tries to counter it with a takedown but TheNoseBleeds pushes his down on his head and steps out.
TheNoseBleeds misses with a looping right.
Couture throws an uppercut from half a mile away. TheNoseBleeds sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Couture misses with a low kick.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Couture throws an overhand right that lands on TheNoseBleeds's shoulder, as TheNoseBleeds tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Couture misses. #T4#
TheNoseBleeds tries to close the distance and clinch but Couture swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Couture lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and TheNoseBleeds has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from TheNoseBleeds and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
TheNoseBleeds paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
TheNoseBleeds displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
TheNoseBleeds thows a left - swing and a miss!
And Couture tries to counter it with a takedown but TheNoseBleeds pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Couture avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Couture misses with a looping right.
TheNoseBleeds throws the left hand but Couture avoids the punch easily.
TheNoseBleeds closes the distance and clinches up with Couture, looking for a takedown. TheNoseBleeds pushes Couture against the cage but Couture circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Couture waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract TheNoseBleeds.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
TheNoseBleeds misses with an uppercut.
TheNoseBleeds goes for a double leg but Couture avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Couture continues to drive forward.
This has been an exciting period of action!
TheNoseBleeds goes for a takedown attempt but Couture pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felipe Couture!

Event: KIFC 55-
Date: Apr 16, 2023

#R1#
Momomoto slips under a jab.
Couture fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Momomoto swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Couture counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Momomoto!
Momomoto prevents Couture from improving position.
Couture definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Couture trying to control the action but Momomoto is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Momomoto is trying to improve his position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Momomoto can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Momomoto wants to control but Couture postures up.
Couture taking a breather here.
Couture trying to control the position but Momomoto is working away.
Couture has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Couture trying to control but Momomoto is having none of it.
Momomoto looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Couture is really struggling to control Momomoto but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Momomoto wants to hold on but Couture pushes him away.
Momomoto working to try and regain half guard.
Couture trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Momomoto is controlling an arm, preventing Couture from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Momomoto is looking to improve his position but Couture isn't that keen on the idea.
Couture wants to take Momomoto's back but he can't do it this time.
Couture looking to control but Momomoto is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Couture sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Couture tries to control but Momomoto wriggling away.
Couture controlling from 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.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Couture ducks under a wild hook from Momomoto.
Momomoto throws a big shot that misses.
Couture swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Couture ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A low kick from Couture is predictable there
and Couture takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Couture slips a straight right by Momomoto.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture throws a chopping leg kick but Momomoto manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Couture misses with a leg kick
and Momomoto counters with a nice body shot.
Couture thows a leg kick but Momomoto checks it
and Couture takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Couture walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Momomoto checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Momomoto ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Momomoto! But no joy.
Momomoto misses with a looping right.
Couture swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice shot by Momomoto.
Momomoto slips a jab from Couture.
Couture throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T2#
Couture looks to land a right hand but Momomoto moved out of range.
Momomoto ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
Momomoto appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Couture rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Momomoto counters with a right hand to the body.
Momomoto scores with a jab to the body.
Couture misses with a low kick.
Momomoto throws out a counter right but Couture avoids it with no problem.
Couture throws a hook but Momomoto avoids it easily.
Couture moves forwards but Momomoto connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T3#
Couture looks to land a left hand but Momomoto moved out of range nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Momomoto misses.
Couture throws a big shot that misses.
Momomoto let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Momomoto swings for the body but Couture moves out of range.
Couture tries to score with a low kick but Momomoto moves his leg out of the way.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Momomoto! But no joy.
Momomoto lands a nice hook to Couture's body. Couture takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Felipe Couture seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Momomoto throws a looping overhand right but Couture ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Momomoto does it's job there.#T4#
Momomoto throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Couture counters with a takedown into side control.
Couture in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Couture is looking to take a break and control but Momomoto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Couture tries to move into full mount but can't pass Momomoto's legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Riku Momomoto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Momomoto dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Momomoto comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jab by Momomoto.
Momomoto jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Momomoto misses with a hook. Couture ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Momomoto misses.
Momomoto connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Couture throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Momomoto blocks a jab.
Couture tries to score with a low kick but Momomoto moves his leg out of the way.
Momomoto checks the leg kick.
Couture ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Couture throwing a counter right hand but Momomoto manages to avoid it.
Couture throws a lazy right hand but Momomoto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Momomoto looks to land a left hand but Couture moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Momomoto ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
Couture looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Momomoto works the jab nicely.
Momomoto slips a jab from Couture.
Couture looks to throw the jab but Momomoto is out of range.
Momomoto checks a leg kick.
Momomoto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Couture misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Momomoto! But no joy.#T3#
Momomoto works Couture's body with a nice hook.
Couture steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Momomoto.
Momomoto throws a jab but it's blocked by Couture.
Momomoto loads up on a big right hand but Couture slips the punch.
Momomoto misses with a straight left.
Couture will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Momomoto getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T4#
Momomoto throws a big shot that misses.
Couture drops down looking for a counter takedown but Momomoto sprawls and moves away.
Couture loads up on a big right hand but Momomoto slips the punch.
Couture throws an overhand right that lands on Momomoto's shoulder, as Momomoto tries to avoid the shot.
Momomoto is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Couture with a body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Momomoto checks a leg kick.
Momomoto connects with the punch.
Riku Momomoto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Couture misses with an uppercut
and Momomoto connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Couture moves away from the strike by Momomoto.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: KIFC 32
Date: Mar 28, 2023

#R1#
Harris wants to clinch up but Couture keeps it at a distance.
Harris fails with an attempt to clinch.
Couture was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Harris looks for the body kick but Couture saw that one coming.
As Harris backs away, Couture returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Harris checks a low kick from Couture.
Harris shoots in but Couture avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Couture keeps the fight on the outside.
Couture jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Harris drives through with a takedown into Couture's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Harris postures up.
Couture is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Harris is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Harris is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Couture on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Couture tries to get out of the position.
Harris trying to control but Couture is working from the bottom.
Couture definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Couture is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Couture keeping full guard, as Harris tries to pass.
Couture is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A jab from Couture misses.
Harris has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Harris blocks a jab.
Harris shoots in and drives through. Couture sprawls well.
Couture checks a leg kick.
Couture half committed to a counter leg kick.
Harris misses with a takedown attempt - Couture sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of JJ Harris.
Harris tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Couture was well out of range. Poor timing from Harris.#T3#
No luck for Harris with that takedown attempt.
As Harris backs away, Couture returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Harris fails with a takedown attempt.
Couture half committed to a counter leg kick.
Harris looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Harris shoots for a double leg takedown but Couture sprawls well. He's pushed Harris's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Harris looks winded!
Couture throws out a leg kick but Harris moves out of range and Couture only half commits.
JJ Harris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harris slips under a jab.
Harris shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Couture defends it nicely.#T4#
Couture motions for Harris to come forward. Couture throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Harris shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Couture sprawls well. Couture wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Harris gets slowly back to his feet.
Harris fails with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Harris checks a leg kick.
Couture circles away from the clinch attempt.
Harris ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Harris shoots in for a takedown but Couture shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Harris tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Couture paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Couture checks a leg kick nicely.
Couture drops down looking for a counter takedown but Harris sprawls and moves away.
Harris has a takedown stuffed.
Couture pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
JJ Harris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Couture missing with a left hand there. Harris was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Couture misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Couture's waist but Couture gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Harris off to one side.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of JJ Harris.
Harris throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Harris steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Couture.#T1#
Couture misses with a straight left.
Couture misses with a low kick.
Harris shoots in but Couture avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Couture is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Harris can do to turn this around?
Harris is breathing heavily.
Couture misses with an uppercut.
Harris shoots in for a takedown but Couture shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Couture throwing a counter right hand but Harris manages to avoid it.
Felipe Couture is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Couture throws a looping overhand right but Harris ducks down to avoid it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Harris.
Couture lunges at Harris with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Harris's hand. #T2#
Harris moves out of range as Couture strikes.
Harris moves away from the strike by Couture.
Harris rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Couture moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Harris looks for a takedown but Couture sprawls well.
Felipe Couture is winning the standup battle so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Harris or perhaps it was just good defense by Couture, which made it look bad.
Harris shoots for a double leg takedown but Couture sprawls well. He's pushed Harris's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nice defenses there by Harris.
Harris moves out of range as Couture strikes.#T3#
Couture connects with a solid leg kick.
Harris keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Couture.
Couture with a nice calf kick.
Harris looks for a takedown but Couture sprawls well.
Harris avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Harris bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Couture lands with a right hand.
Harris tries for a takedown but Couture sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Harris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
A telegraphed right hand from Couture misses the target. #T4#
Nice sprawl there from Couture as Harris shoots in.
Couture misses with a straight left.
Harris slips under a jab.
Harris slips under a jab.
Couture misses with an uppercut. Harris saw that one coming.
Couture throws a jab but it's blocked by Harris.
Harris ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
Harris tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
so Couture counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Harris wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Couture manages to pass to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Couture avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Harris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Harris backs away, Couture returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Harris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Harris appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Harris slips under a jab from Couture.
Harris swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harris misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Couture counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Couture.
Couture wants to control from the top but Harris keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Couture is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture trying to control but Harris is working from the bottom.
Harris tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Harris takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Harris keeping moving, preventing Couture from controlling successfully.
Couture trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Harris throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Couture has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Couture tries to free his leg and advance position but Harris is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Couture lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Harris has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Harris and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Couture throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Harris sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Harris tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Couture shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Harris tries to score a power double leg takedown but Couture sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Harris somewhat.
Couture uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Harris.
Harris looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of JJ Harris.
Couture moves out of range as Harris throws a body kick.
It looked like Couture wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Couture swats away the attempt to clinch by Harris.
A little feinted left hand from Couture on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Harris misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Couture throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Harris counters with a shoot takedown. Couture fights it but they end up in guard.
Couture looking to hit a scissor sweep but Harris is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Harris looking to pass the guard.
Couture is trying to control the position but Harris postures up.
Harris is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Couture not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Couture looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Couture wants to sweep here but Harris controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
JJ Harris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Felipe Couture is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Couture is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to JJ Harris.
I think Couture 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:27
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felipe Couture!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 21, 2023

#R1#
Brusellsprouts fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Couture is looking to counter punch.
Brusellsprouts tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Couture throwing a counter right hand but Brusellsprouts manages to avoid it.
Brusellsprouts misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Brusellsprouts tries to clinch there but Couture circles away.
Brusellsprouts doesn't manage to clinch there - Couture circles away.
Couture looks to land a right hand but Brusellsprouts moved out of range.
Brusellsprouts avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brusellsprouts looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture tries to pass the half guard into mount. Brusellsprouts knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Couture is trying to control. Brusellsprouts wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Couture definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Couture is really struggling to control Brusellsprouts but he's trying to hold on to the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Brusellsprouts slips under a jab from Couture.
Brusellsprouts feints the counter takedown.
Brusellsprouts moves in looking to clinch but Couture pushes him off.
Couture throwing a counter right hand but Brusellsprouts manages to avoid it.
Brusellsprouts misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Couture on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Felipe Couture is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Brusellsprouts tries to counter with a clinch but Couture shakes him off and moves away.
Brusellsprouts goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Brusellsprouts throws a leg kick but Couture sees it coming and moves out of range.
Brusellsprouts has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T2#
Couture tries to score with a low kick but Brusellsprouts moves his leg out of the way.
Couture throws a jab but it's blocked by Brusellsprouts.
Brusellsprouts defending well as Couture loads up on a big left hand.
Brusellsprouts lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Brusellsprouts rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Couture moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Brusellsprouts rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Couture moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Couture defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Brusellsprouts.
Brusellsprouts looks winded!
Brusellsprouts ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
Brusellsprouts misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brusellsprouts blocks a jab.
A combination from Brusellsprouts does no damage.
Couture fires out a quick counter leg kick but Brusellsprouts just manages to avoid it.
Brusellsprouts avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Brusellsprouts blocks a jab.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Brusellsprouts. Those never looked like landing.
A little feinted left hand from Couture on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Brusellsprouts staying out of range there.
Couture throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Brusellsprouts chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Brusellsprouts slips under a jab from Couture.
Brusellsprouts checks the leg kick nicely there.
Couture pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brusellsprouts throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Brusellsprouts is refusing to be controlled, as Couture sits in half guard.
Couture controlling the action here.
Couture trying to pass the guard but Brusellsprouts defending well. #T4#
Couture slows the pace down in half guard.
Couture wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brusellsprouts keeps working.
Brusellsprouts won't allow Couture to pass to mount.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
That's time! Couture's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Brusellsprouts fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brusellsprouts keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Brusellsprouts scores with a leg kick.
Couture misses with a straight left.
Brusellsprouts slips under a jab from Couture.
And Brusellsprouts tries to counter it with a takedown but Couture pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Brusellsprouts throws a leg kick but Couture sees it coming and moves out of range.
Brusellsprouts slips under a jab.
Brusellsprouts throws a low kick but it's checked well by Couture.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Brusellsprouts is defended easily by Couture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brusellsprouts misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Couture counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Couture. #T1#
Couture wants to control from the top but Brusellsprouts keeps moving.
Brusellsprouts is breathing heavily.
Couture tries to free his leg and advance position but Brusellsprouts is retaining full guard.
Brusellsprouts wants to sweep but no luck. #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.
Brusellsprouts keeping full guard, as Couture tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Couture is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brusellsprouts can do to turn this around?
Couture will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Devin Brusellsprouts seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brusellsprouts thows a leg kick but Couture checks it #TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into side control. Brusellsprouts won't be happy with that.
Couture wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brusellsprouts keeps working.
Couture taking a break here but Brusellsprouts is having none of it and regains half guard. #T3#
Couture is looking to take a break and control but Brusellsprouts is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brusellsprouts tries to roll over but Couture keeps him under control.
Couture is trying to control. Brusellsprouts wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Couture frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Brusellsprouts working to try and regain half guard.
Couture wants to control the pace but Brusellsprouts is squirming around nicely.
Couture is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Brusellsprouts is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
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.

Felipe Couture dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Brusellsprouts throws a low kick but Couture avoids it.
Brusellsprouts throws a sloppy head kick and Couture moves out of range easily.
The fighters circling - Couture throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick by Brusellsprouts misses
and Couture counters with a stiff right hand.
Brusellsprouts pivots, looking for a leg kick but Couture is out of range and Brusellsprouts settles back down.
Brusellsprouts throws a series of punches but Couture moves out of range.
Couture appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick but Couture moves out of range.
Brusellsprouts checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture throws a hook but Brusellsprouts avoids it easily.
Brusellsprouts wants to clinch up but Couture keeps it at a distance.
Couture was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Couture circles away from the clinch attempt.
Couture pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Devin Brusellsprouts is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Couture throws a leg kick but Brusellsprouts sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Brusellsprouts uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Couture.
Brusellsprouts throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Brusellsprouts misses with a wild combination.
Brusellsprouts takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Brusellsprouts looks for the body kick but Couture saw that one coming.
Couture slips a jab and a cross from Brusellsprouts.
Brusellsprouts ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
Couture looks to land a right hand but Brusellsprouts moved out of range.
Couture does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Brusellsprouts is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Couture has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Brusellsprouts tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Couture paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brusellsprouts checks the leg kick nicely there.
Devin Brusellsprouts seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Brusellsprouts throws a solid leg kick but Couture takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Brusellsprouts.
Couture throws an overhand right that lands on Brusellsprouts's shoulder, as Brusellsprouts tries to avoid the shot.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Brusellsprouts tries to score with a low kick but Couture moves his leg out of the way.
Brusellsprouts throws a leg kick #TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Couture is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Couture looking to control and managing it successfully.
Brusellsprouts is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Couture has taken his back. #T3##SUB#
Brusellsprouts is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Couture trying to control.#T4#
Couture controlling well, preventing Brusellsprouts from escaping the position.
Couture is looking to control Brusellsprouts but Brusellsprouts is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB#
Brusellsprouts is trying to defend against the choke here but Couture has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Couture Tightens the hold and Brusellsprouts taps out furiously! Couture displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Felipe Couture!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 14, 2023

#R1#
Regliant with a poor takedown
and Couture counters with an outside leg kick.
Couture fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Regliant.
Couture thumps Regliant with a low kick.
Regliant fails with the takedown
and Couture counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Regliant shoots and misses
and Couture counters with an outside leg kick.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Regliant.
Regliant fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture lands with a straight right. Regliant didn't see that one coming.
Regliant has his takedown stuffed
and Couture counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Couture gets caught napping as Regliant dives in and scores a takedown. Couture manages to retain guard.#T1#
Regliant wants to control from the top but Couture keeps moving.
Couture pulls Regliant in close to prevent any damage.
Couture 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.
Regliant postures up.
Regliant slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Couture is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Couture is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Regliant looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Regliant has his hands on Couture's head, controlling the position.
Couture wants to pass the guard but Regliant is keeping the position.
Couture trying to control the position from guard on top but Regliant is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Couture has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Couture being controlled here momentarily.
Couture trying to control the position from guard on top but Regliant is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Regliant is trying to keep Couture in close. #SUB2#
Regliant is looking for a triangle but Couture pushes his legs off easily.
Couture trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Couture is working hard here to advance position.
Couture wants to control from the top but Regliant keeps moving.
Regliant trying to control the position here.
Couture knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Regliant on the ground.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Couture wants to control from the top but Regliant keeps moving. #SUB2#
Regliant escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Couture gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Couture trying to control but Regliant is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Regliant looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Regliant trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Regliant working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Couture doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Couture manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Felipe Couture will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Regliant misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Couture to counter with a crisp jab.
Regliant shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Couture counters with a thumping low kick.
Couture's corner calls for a 1-2. Couture obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Couture as he connects with a hook.
Regliant walks into a left hand.
Regliant closes the distance and clinches up with Couture, looking for a takedown. Regliant pushes Couture against the cage but Couture circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Regliant.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Regliant closes this distance looking for a takedown but Couture circles away.
Couture with a nice cross.
Regliant has his takedown stuffed
and Couture counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Regliant misses with a takedown #TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Regliant is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Regliant looking for a guillotine here but Couture defends easily.
Couture wants to pass the guard but Regliant is keeping the position.
Couture pushing down on Regliant's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Couture is thwarting Regliant's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Couture tries to pass the half guard into mount. Regliant knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Couture will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Regliant looking for submissions off his back.
Regliant is trying to control but can't.
Couture performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Couture is trying to control. Regliant wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Couture is thwarting Regliant's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Couture seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Regliant does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Couture wants to free his trapped foot but Regliant is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Couture is thwarting Regliant's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Regliant shoots and misses
and Couture counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Couture darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Regliant fails with the takedown
and Couture counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Couture. That's going to slow Regliant down.
Couture is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Regliant gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Couture cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Regliant takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Paul Regliant is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Regliant doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Couture counters with a leg kick.
Regliant fails with the takedown
and Couture cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Regliant misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Regliant fails with the takedown
and Couture counters with a nice low kick that buckles Regliant's knee momentarily.
Regliant needs to keep his hands up - Couture had a free shot at his head there.
Regliant shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Couture makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Regliant drops his hands momentarily and Couture takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Regliant gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Couture counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Regliant is rocked!
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Regliant.
Regliant takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Regliant is still on wobbly legs! Can Couture finish him?
Couture works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Regliant takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Couture cracks Regliant on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Regliant falls backwards against the cage. Couture follows up with more strikes that drop Regliant to his knees. Couture keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Regliant! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Felipe Couture!

Event: TR S02E04
Date: Feb 03, 2023

#R1#
Couture slips a jab from Reis.
Couture throws the left hand but Reis avoids the punch easily.
As Couture backs off Reis throws a huge counter combo but Couture manages to avoid it all.
A jab from Reis misses.
Couture misses with an uppercut.
Reis throws a hook to the side of Couture's head but Couture sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Couture tried to counter with a leg kick but Reis avoided it.
A telegraphed right hand from Reis misses the target.
Reis throws an overhand right that lands on Couture's shoulder, as Couture tries to avoid the shot.
Reis looks to land a left hand but Couture moved out of range nicely.
Reis lands the left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A leg kick checked by Reis.
Couture fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Reis is out of range.
Reis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Couture slips under a jab from Reis.#T1#
Reis throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Reis throws a hook to the side of Couture's head but Couture sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Couture shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Reis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Couture looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice defenses there by Couture.
Couture loads up on a big right hand but Reis slips the punch.
Reis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Couture sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Reis lands the left hand.
Reis throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Reis looks to land a combination but Couture avoids it well.
Reis throws a body punch but Couture moves out of range.
Reis throws a right and a left that Couture avoids nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Couture on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Couture on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Reis tries to bum rush Couture with a series of wild strikes but Couture uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Reis misses with an uppercut.
Reis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Reis throws out a counter right but Couture avoids it with no problem.
A combination from Reis does no damage.
Reis throws a hook to the side of Couture's head but Couture sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reis throws a nice looking combination but Couture bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Couture uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Reis.
Reis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A lazy left from Reis finds it's target.
Reis might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A jab from Reis misses.
A combination from Reis does no damage.
Couture was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dario Reis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Reis lands a head shot.
Reis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice defenses there by Couture.
Good standup being displayed there by Reis as he connects with a hook.
Couture misses with an uppercut.
Couture gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A punch combination from Reis misses.
Couture tries a low kick but Reis avoids it.
A leg kick checked by Reis.
A big right from Couture misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Reis blocks the leg kick.
Reis throws a lazy right hand but Couture sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Reis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
Reis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Couture slips a jab and a cross from Reis.
Reis is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Couture had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Reis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Couture manages to avoid it.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Reis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Couture throws a solid leg kick but Reis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Couture.
Reis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Couture swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Couture showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Reis.
Reis misses with a wild combination.
Reis misses the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dario Reis dominated that round.
That's time! Couture's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A big left from Couture misses.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Couture might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Couture thows a leg kick but Reis checks it
and Reis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Reis lands with a good body shot.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Reis lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Couture looks to land a left hand but Reis moved out of range nicely.
Reis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Couture steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Reis.
Reis throws a hook but Couture blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A looping hook to the body misses from Reis. Couture does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reis throws a looping overhand right but Couture ducks down to avoid it.
Reis throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Couture counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Reis!
Reis bucks up and tries to throw Couture off but instead Couture has got his back!#T1#
Reis is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Couture. #SUB#
Couture has the hooks in. Reis is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Couture passes his arm under Reis's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Reis taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Felipe Couture!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1#
Chouinard looks for a takedown but Couture sprawls well.
Nice sprawl there from Couture as Chouinard shoots in.
A big left from Couture misses.
Nice sprawl there from Couture as Chouinard shoots in.
Chouinard backing away here, and Couture unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gino Chouinard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Couture is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chouinard.
Couture looks to land a left hand but Chouinard moved out of range nicely.
Couture looks to land a right hand but Chouinard moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chouinard tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Couture swivels and escapes.
Chouinard ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gino Chouinard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Couture throws a leg kick but Chouinard sees it coming and moves out of range.
Couture leaves Chouinard with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Couture swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Chouinard dives in and grabs Couture's left leg, looking for a takedown. Couture pushes down on Chouinard's head and hops out.
Chouinard has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chouinard there as he acknowledges the shot.
Chouinard has a takedown stuffed.
Chouinard dives in and grabs Couture's left leg, looking for a takedown. Couture pushes down on Chouinard's head and hops out.
Couture dodges the punch combination from Chouinard.
Chouinard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Couture manages to avoid it.
Couture misses with a looping right.
Couture loads up on a big right hand but Chouinard slips the punch.#T2#
Chouinard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Couture misses with an uppercut. Chouinard saw that one coming.
As Couture tries to get set, Chouinard tries to push him back and clinch up but Couture manages to avoid the attempt.
Chouinard closes the distance and clinches up with Couture, looking for a takedown. Chouinard pushes Couture against the cage but Couture circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chouinard shoots in for a takedown but Couture shows good takedown defense.
Chouinard is breathing heavily.
Chouinard fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Couture swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Chouinard wants to clinch but Couture slips to the side#TD2#
and Couture decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Chouinard's guard.
Chouinard is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Couture dives into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!#REVR##SU2#
Couture decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3#
Chouinard throws a head kick that misses.
Couture jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chouinard closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Couture counters with a shoot takedown. Chouinard fights it but they end up in guard.
Couture controlling from the top position.
Chouinard has a closed guard, preventing Couture from standing up. #T4#
Chouinard looking to control.
Couture pushes down on Chouinard's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Couture is trying to control the action in half guard but Chouinard is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Couture slows the pace down in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Couture is trying to control the action in half guard but Chouinard is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A big right from Couture misses.
Couture avoids a kick to the body.
Chouinard looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Couture is fending him off so far but Chouinard persists. Nope, Couture circles away and we're back to standing.
Chouinard tries to close the distance and clinch up but Couture swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Chouinard shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Couture as he jumps to the side.
Chouinard shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Couture defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gino Chouinard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chouinard tries to clinch but Couture is having none of it.
Chouinard misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Couture in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.#T1#
Chouinard swings for the body but Couture moves out of range.
Felipe Couture is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A head kick misses from Chouinard.
Chouinard fails with a takedown attempt.
Felipe Couture seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Couture swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Couture misses with a low kick.
A big left from Couture misses.
Couture misses with an uppercut.
Couture looks to land a right hand but Chouinard moved out of range.#T2#
Chouinard tries to clinch but Couture moves out of range.
Couture looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chouinard moves away from the strike by Couture.
Chouinard closes the distance and clinches up with Couture, looking for a takedown. Chouinard pushes Couture against the cage but Couture circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chouinard changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Couture tries to avoid it but Chouinard manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Couture to the ground. Couture escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Couture swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Couture misses with a straight right.
Couture feints and then cracks Chouinard's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chouinard down.
Chouinard fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gino Chouinard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Couture throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chouinard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chouinard seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Chouinard is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Chouinard tries to clinch up but Couture circles away and keeps his distance.
Couture only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Chouinard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Couture.
Chouinard displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
Nice defenses there by Chouinard.
Couture has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chouinard ducks under a wild hook from Couture.
Chouinard will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chouinard tries for a takedown but Couture circles away easily
and Couture counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Couture fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Chouinard is out of range.
Chouinard keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T4#
Couture throws out a loose jab but Chouinard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chouinard looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Couture is fending him off so far but Chouinard persists. Nope, Couture circles away and we're back to standing.
Couture throws out a counter right but Chouinard avoids it with no problem.
Chouinard fails with the takedown.
Chouinard takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A telegraphed right hand from Couture misses the target.
Chouinard went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Couture stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Couture wants it to stay on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A slow jab from Couture misses its intended target.
Chouinard misses with a series of wild punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Couture! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Chouinard tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Couture counters with a good low kick that Chouinard was not able to check.
Chouinard wants to clinch but Couture slips to the side#TD2#
so Couture counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Chouinard wants to improve his position but instead Couture has moved into half guard.
Chouinard is trying to stand back up but Couture is controlling him
Couture is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Couture trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture is trying to control the action in half guard but Chouinard is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Couture tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Chouinard. #T1#
Couture works his way into side control. #SU2#
Couture stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Couture keeps the fight on the outside.
Couture flicks out a counter leg kick but Chouinard steps away.
Chouinard moves out of range as Couture strikes.
Couture throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chouinard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chouinard uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Chouinard goes for a double leg but Couture avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Couture continues to drive forward.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Couture with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
Chouinard letting Couture take a breather here.
Chouinard stalling in the clinch but Couture improves position.
Couture has Chouinard pressed against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Couture.
Chouinard tries to pull guard but Couture holds him up against the cage and eventually Chouinard drops back down to his feet.
Couture tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Couture looking to throw knees to the head but Chouinard is blocking nicely.
Couture throws a punch but it's blocked by Chouinard.
Chouinard blocks an uppercut.
Chouinard tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gino Chouinard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Couture throws a punch but it's blocked by Chouinard.
Chouinard goes for a takedown attempt but Couture pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Couture misses with a looping left.#T3#
Chouinard fails to land the takedown.
Couture jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chouinard closes this distance looking for a takedown but Couture circles away.
Couture motions for Chouinard to come forward. Couture throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chouinard moves away from the strike by Couture.
Chouinard takes one to the side of the head.
Couture misses with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Couture.
Couture avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Couture only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T4#
Couture loads up on a big right hand but Chouinard slips the punch.
Chouinard throws a big counter combination but Couture scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Chouinard displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
Chouinard moves out of range of the strikes.
Chouinard moves in looking to clinch but Couture pushes him off.
Chouinard moves out of range of the strikes.
Couture throws a hook but Chouinard avoids it easily.
Chouinard pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Couture flicks out a counter leg kick but Chouinard steps away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Some bone on bone action there as Chouinard checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Chouinard throws a sloppy head kick and Couture moves out of range easily.
Gino Chouinard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Felipe Couture is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Chouinard throws the kick towards the body but Couture avoids it.
Couture looks like he wants to counter punch here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Felipe Couture comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Couture 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 David Hoff scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felipe Couture!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 18, 2023

#R1#
Da Silva closes the distance and clinches up with Couture, looking for a takedown. Da Silva pushes Couture against the cage but Couture circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Da Silva defending well as Couture loads up on a big left hand.
Da Silva tries to close the distance and clinch up but Couture swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Da Silva misses with a body shot.
Couture fires out a quick counter leg kick but Da Silva just manages to avoid it.
Da Silva moves out of range as Couture strikes.
Da Silva feints the counter takedown.
Da Silva slips a jab from Couture.
Couture uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Da Silva.
Couture swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Couture moves away from the strike by Da Silva.
Da Silva throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Couture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Silva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Couture pivots, looking for a leg kick but Da Silva is out of range and Couture settles back down.
Da Silva darts in looking for a takedown but Couture gets double underhooks and turns Da Silva into the cage.
The fighters circling - Couture throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Da Silva appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Da Silva is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Couture.
Couture feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Da Silva tries for a takedown but Couture circles away easily#TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edson Da Silva.
Couture wants to free his trapped foot but Da Silva is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Da Silva has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Couture is working away from the top position though.
Couture will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Da Silva looking for submissions off his back.
Da Silva moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Couture wants to stand but Da Silva has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Couture is fighting to break Da Silva's control of his arms but Da Silva is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Da Silva working a defensive guard but Couture passes into half guard.
Da Silva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Couture performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Couture tries to pass the half guard into mount. Da Silva knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Couture is thwarting Da Silva's attempts to control the position.
Couture wants to get back to his feet.
Da Silva missing with punches from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Da Silva tries to roll over but Couture keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Da Silva ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Couture moves away.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Da Silva throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Couture counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Da Silva wants to improve his position but Couture is controlling well.
Couture controlling the action here.
Couture wants to stand up but Da Silva is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Couture 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#
Da Silva steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Da Silva drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Couture defends it well.
Da Silva misses with a double jab.
Couture wants to slow Da Silva down by chopping away at his legs.
Couture attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Da Silva tries to clinch there but Couture circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Couture on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Da Silva keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Couture.
Da Silva flicks out a counter leg kick but Couture steps away.
Couture is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Da Silva can do to turn this around?
Couture uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Da Silva.
Da Silva throws out a loose jab but Couture uses good head movement to avoid it.
Couture throwing a counter right hand but Da Silva manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Silva throws a hook but Couture avoids it easily.
It looked like Couture wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Da Silva is looking to clinch.
Da Silva shoots in but Couture avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Felipe Couture is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Da Silva throws a jab when Couture was well out of range.
Edson Da Silva is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Da Silva checks a low kick from Couture.
Da Silva shoots in but no luck this time.
Couture thows a leg kick but Da Silva checks it #TD2#
and Da Silva counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Da Silva.
Couture can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Da Silva controls the pace.
Da Silva preventing the sweep.
Couture is working hard here to advance position.
Couture knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Da Silva on the ground.
Da Silva wants to pass the guard but Couture is keeping the position.
Couture has his hands on Da Silva's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Da Silva trying to control but Couture is working from the bottom.
Felipe Couture overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Da Silva looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Couture missing with a left hand there. Da Silva was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Da Silva closes the distance and clinches up with Couture, looking for a takedown. Da Silva pushes Couture against the cage but Couture circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Felipe Couture has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edson Da Silva.
Couture misses with a looping right.
Da Silva doesn't manage to clinch there - Couture circles away. #T3#
Da Silva looks to land a combination but Couture avoids it well.
Da Silva wants to clinch up but Couture keeps it at a distance.
Couture is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Da Silva.
Da Silva uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Couture.
Da Silva fails with the takedown
and Couture counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Da Silva is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Couture.
Couture was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big right from Da Silva misses.
Da Silva throws a low kick, looking for Couture's leg but Couture calmly moves out of range.
Couture swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Couture lands a leg kick that knocks Da Silva off balance momentarily.
Da Silva slips a straight right by Couture.#T4#
The fighters circling - Couture throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Da Silva avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Da Silva attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Couture throwing a counter right hand but Da Silva manages to avoid it.
Couture keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Da Silva tries to clinch but Couture moves out of range.
Da Silva fails to land the takedown.
It looked like Couture wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Da Silva shoots for a takedown but Couture saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Felipe Couture is winning the standup battle so far.
Couture jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Couture keeps the fight on the outside.
Edson Da Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Couture finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Felipe Couture will probably get the nod.
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#
Da Silva misses with a takedown attempt - Couture sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Da Silva throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Couture counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Couture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Da Silva has control of Couture's left arm, preventing Couture from doing any damage.
Couture has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Couture stopping the sweep attempt from Da Silva.
Couture trying to stand up but can't free himself from Da Silva's guard.
Couture wants to stand and escape but instead Da Silva has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Couture preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Couture wants to sweep here but Da Silva controlling him for the moment.
Da Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Couture is retaining full guard.
Da Silva in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Da Silva drops back looking for a leg! Couture is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Couture manages to kick Da Silva off! Da Silva jumps back into Couture's guard.
Da Silva slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Couture pulls Da Silva in close to his closed guard and prevents Da Silva from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Da Silva slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Da Silva passes into half guard.
Da Silva not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Da Silva throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3##SUB2#
Da Silva seems to be working for a kimura but Couture defends the submission attempt.
Da Silva slows the pace down in half guard.
Da Silva is trying to control. Couture wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Da Silva is pressing down on Couture's thigh, looking to free his foot. Couture is holding on for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Da Silva misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Couture.
Couture keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Couture slips a jab and a cross from Da Silva.
Couture is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Da Silva.
As Couture backs off Da Silva throws a huge counter combo but Couture manages to avoid it all.
Couture throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Da Silva sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Da Silva wants to counter with a clinch but Couture pushes him away.
Da Silva tries to clinch there but Couture circles away.
Couture is looking to counter punch.
Da Silva throws a hook but Couture blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Couture on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Da Silva is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Couture motions for Da Silva to come forward. Couture throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Da Silva misses with a looping left.
Couture wants to slow Da Silva down by chopping away at his legs.
Da Silva misses with an uppercut. Couture saw that one coming.
Couture is looking to counter punch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Couture looks to land a right hand but Da Silva moved out of range.
Edson Da Silva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Felipe Couture is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Da Silva slips under a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edson Da Silva comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Couture has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felipe Couture!

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