Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: USFC 122
Date: Nov 12, 2016

#R1#
Bates misses with a lunging right hand
and Bolton counters with a stiff right hand.
Bolton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bates.
Bolton throws an overhand right that lands on Bates's shoulder, as Bates tries to avoid the shot.
We've been hearing reports that Bates has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bolton lands a really nice looking cross but Bates seems unphased.
Bates misses with a hook. Bolton ducked under it nicely.
Bolton slips under a jab from Bates.
It seemed like Bolton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bolton throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Bates counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bolton is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Bates is trying to get an arm triangle but Bolton is defending well. #SUB#
Bates is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bolton knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Bates working away.#SUB#
Bates looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Bates is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bolton has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Bates is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bolton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bolton is trying to control Bates's posture but Bates avoids it. #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.#SUB#
Bates tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bates has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Bates looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Bates working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Bates looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bates tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3##SUB#
Bates working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Bates swings around for an armbar but Bolton sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Bates's guard.#SUB#
Bates has his foot on Bolton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bolton works his way back into a safe position though.
Bolton wants to control from the top but Bates keeps moving.
Bolton sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bolton trying to control the position from guard on top but Bates is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Bates wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bolton is now in half guard. #SU2#
Bolton stands up out of the half guard.
Bolton slips a jab from Bates.
Bates connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bolton takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bates shoots in for a double leg but Bolton sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bolton looks to throw the jab but Bates is out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bates jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bates's corner calls for a 1-2. Bates obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bolton defending well as Bates loads up on a big left hand.
Bates swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bolton is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bates dominated that round.
That's time! Bates's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Bolton tries to land a leg kick but Bates saw it coming and moves away.
Bolton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bates.
Bolton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bates.
Bolton stuns Bates with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bolton digs a good hook to Bates's body.
Good shot there by Bates.
Bolton throws a head kick that half lands.
Bolton waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bates.
Bolton's coach down at LOD: Ground Zero was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bolton's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Bolton throws a low kick but Bates avoids it.
Bates uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bolton.
Bates attempts a counter takedown but Bolton avoids it well and moves away.
Bates lands a jab-cross combination.
Bolton lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bates's sensitive parts.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bates throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bates slips a jab from Bolton.
Bates throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Bolton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bates cracks a nice hook into Bolton's ribs.#T1#
Bates ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bolton taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Bolton. #BC#
Bates breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bolton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bates.
A telegraphed right hand from Bolton misses the target.
Bates attempts a counter takedown but Bolton avoids it well and moves away.
Bates bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bates digs a good body shot into Bolton's ribs.
Bolton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bolton throws an overhand right that lands on Bates's shoulder, as Bates tries to avoid the shot.
Bates tries to counter with a takedown but Bolton is quick to defend against it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bolton. Bates does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bolton throws a jab but it's blocked by Bates.
Bates moves out of range of the strikes.
Bates misses with a wild body shot. #T2##CL#
Bates forces Bolton back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Bates breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bates jabs Bolton to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Bates looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bates looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Bates is looking for a kimura here.
Bolton is trying to stand up here but Bates is controlling him well.
Bolton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bates is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Bates is working for a kimura but Bolton is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB#
Bates is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Bates is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bates trying to control the action but Bolton is working from the bottom.
Bolton wants to improve his position but Bates is controlling well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Bates is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Bates is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Bates seems to be working for a kimura but Bolton defends the submission attempt.
Bolton wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bates dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Bates changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bolton looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Bolton throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Bates avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bates scores with a jab.
Bates swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bates cracks Bolton with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bates throws a looping overhand right but Bolton ducks down to avoid it.
Bolton looks to throw the jab but Bates is out of range.
Bolton throws a leg kick but Bates sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bolton misses with a hook. Bates ducked under it nicely.
Bolton throws a body shot but no joy.
Bates changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bolton tries to avoid it but Bates manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bolton to the ground. Bolton escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nice cross by Bates.
Bolton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bates.
Despite the aggression on Bolton's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bates displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bolton throws out the jab. #T1#
Bates lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Luigi Bates is winning the standup battle so far.
Bates throws a body shot but no joy.
Bates scores with a nice right hand.
Bates misses with an uppercut. Bolton saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Bolton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bolton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bates lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bolton. Bates does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice cross by Bates.
Bates throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bolton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bates throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bolton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bolton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bolton looks to throw the jab but Bates is out of range.
Bolton connects with a solid leg kick.
Bates takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Luigi Bates is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bolton looks to land a left hand but Bates moved out of range nicely.
Charles Bolton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bolton rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Bates counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bates moves nicely into side control.
Bolton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bolton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bates takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bates wants to take a breather but Bolton is having none of it.
Luigi Bates overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Bolton wants to get back to full guard.
Bates is looking to advance position but Bolton won't allow it. #SUB#
Bates is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bolton has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bates controlling the action here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Charles Bolton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Bates is looking for a kimura but Bolton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bates to get the leverage.
Bolton is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bolton is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bates misses with a wild combination.
Bolton on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A telegraphed right hand from Bolton misses the target.
Bates listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bates lands with an uppercut that bounces Bolton off the cage and back into range.
Bates lands with an uppercut that bounces Bolton off the cage and back into range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bates showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bates 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bates!
During a confident post fight interview, Luigi Bates thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: gc121
Date: Oct 30, 2016

#R1#
Stankevich closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A low kick from Urahara misses
and Stankevich counters with a stiff right hand.
Stankevich has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Ground Zero in the buildup to the fight.
Urahara throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stankevich stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Urahara misses with a wild body shot.
Urahara throws a hook but Stankevich avoids it easily.
Urahara takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Urahara lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Urahara lands a really nice looking cross but Stankevich seems unphased.
Urahara scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stankevich doesn't seem bothered though.
Urahara misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Urahara scores with a nice body kick.
Urahara misses with an attempted mid kick.
Urahara lands with a nice combination. Stankevich backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like Igor Stankevich has been cut.
Urahara chopping away at his opponent's legs. #TD2#
Urahara scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T1#
Urahara trying to control the action but Stankevich is working from the bottom.
Stankevich wants to get back to his feet.
Urahara tries to pass the half guard into mount. Stankevich knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Stankevich is looking to improve his position.
Stankevich is trying to stand back up but Urahara is controlling him
Stankevich is refusing to be controlled, as Urahara sits in half guard.
Urahara not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Urahara is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Stankevich is just riding it out for now. Urahara eventually gives up the hold.
Stankevich wants to improve his position but Urahara is controlling well. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Urahara trying to control the action but Stankevich is working from the bottom.
Stankevich is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Urahara is thwarting Stankevich's attempts to control the position.
Stankevich tries to get to full guard but Urahara has control of the leg.
Urahara is looking to advance position but Stankevich won't allow it.
Stankevich is trying to stand up here but Urahara is controlling him well.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
Stankevich is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Urahara not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Urahara is trying to work for a kimura but Stankevich is defending well.
Stankevich wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Urahara is working for a kimura but Stankevich is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Urahara is working for a submission of some sort.
Stankevich regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Stankevich keeping moving, preventing Urahara from controlling successfully.
Urahara stays in close to Stankevich's body and controls the position.
Urahara trying to control the position from guard on top but Stankevich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stankevich looking for a sweep. Not yet Stankevich, not yet.
Urahara showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stankevich takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kisuke Urahara dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Igor Stankevich's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Stankevich throws a jab when Urahara was well out of range.
Stankevich scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Urahara doesn't seem bothered though.
Urahara throws a nice inside leg kick.
Urahara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Urahara connects with a single shot there.
Urahara throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stankevich stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slow jab from Urahara misses its intended target.
Stankevich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice jab there from Stankevich.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urahara goes for a double leg but Stankevich avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Stankevich continues to drive forward.
Stankevich is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Urahara throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Stankevich counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Urahara thinking.
Urahara misses with an uppercut.
Urahara works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urahara moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
Urahara swings for the body but Stankevich moves out of range.
Stankevich fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Urahara on the side of the head.
Stankevich fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kisuke Urahara seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Urahara clobbers Stankevich with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Urahara looks for a takedown but Stankevich sprawls well.
Igor Stankevich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kisuke Urahara.#TD2#
Urahara looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stankevich!
Stankevich is looking to regain half guard here but Urahara keeps moving and retains side control.
An elbow from Urahara crashes against the mat. #T2#
Stankevich is trying to control Urahara's posture but Urahara avoids it.
Urahara controls the position.#SUB2#
Urahara tries for a kimura but Stankevich is defending well.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Urahara is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Stankevich knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Stankevich stops Urahara from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Urahara wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Stankevich, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB2#
Urahara wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Stankevich, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stankevich is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Urahara has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Urahara in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Urahara swings around for an armbar but Stankevich sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Urahara's guard.
Stankevich looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Stankevich passes into half guard.
Kisuke Urahara has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Stankevich trying to pass the guard but Urahara defending well.
Stankevich content to control rather than advance.
Stankevich looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Stankevich is working hard here to advance position.
Stankevich stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Igor Stankevich will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Igor Stankevich's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, 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#
A big right from Stankevich misses.
Urahara changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Stankevich swings for the body but Urahara moves out of range.
Urahara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stankevich manages to avoid it.
Kisuke Urahara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stankevich misses with a wild body shot.
Urahara misses with an uppercut
and Stankevich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Stankevich slips under a jab.
Stankevich was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Urahara misses with a body kick.
Urahara scores with a nice strike.
Stankevich with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Urahara to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urahara looks for a takedown but Stankevich sprawls well.
Urahara uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stankevich.
Urahara is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Urahara paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Stankevich stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Urahara takes a swing at Stankevich's ribcage but misses.
Urahara misses with a shot to the body
and Stankevich counters with a right hand to the body.
Stankevich lands a jab to Urahara's midsection.
Urahara feints and then cracks Stankevich's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Stankevich down.
Urahara throws a hook to the side of Stankevich's head but Stankevich sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Urahara takes a swing at Stankevich's ribcage but misses.
Urahara thows a leg kick but Stankevich checks it
and Stankevich counters with a right hand to the body.
Urahara takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Urahara's jab looks to have found its range, popping Stankevich under the eye.
Urahara ducks right into an uppercut from Stankevich.
Stankevich lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A telegraphed right hand from Stankevich misses the target.
And Urahara tries to counter it with a takedown but Stankevich pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stankevich closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
Urahara throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Stankevich's waist but Stankevich gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Urahara off to one side.
Igor Stankevich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Urahara takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stankevich slips under a jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Stankevich misses its target.
Stankevich digs a good hook to Urahara's body.
Stankevich lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Urahara misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Stankevich counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stankevich looks to throw the jab but Urahara is out of range.
Stankevich misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urahara.
Urahara throws a leg kick
and Stankevich counters with a stiff right hand.
Urahara takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Urahara misses with a right hand
and Stankevich counters with a left to the body.
Urahara throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Urahara throws the left hand but Stankevich avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Urahara swings away with a body shot that misses
and Stankevich counters with a straight right hand.
Stankevich misses with a jab, cross combination.
Urahara throws a head kick that misses
and Stankevich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A good leg kick by Urahara.
Stankevich misses with a wild body shot.
Urahara misses with a right hand
and Stankevich makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Stankevich scores with a jab to the jaw.
An inside leg kick lands from Urahara.
Stankevich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stankevich wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Urahara wants to clinch up but Stankevich keeps it at a distance.
Urahara shoots in for a double leg but Stankevich sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Igor Stankevich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kisuke Urahara.#T4#
Nice body punch from Urahara.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stankevich keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Urahara throws out a leg kick but Stankevich moves out of range and Urahara only half commits.
Stankevich swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Stankevich scores with the left hand. Urahara knows he should have avoided that one.
Urahara throws an off balance right hand
and Urahara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A nice inside leg kick there by Urahara. That's going to slow Stankevich down.
Stankevich throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stankevich throws out a loose jab but Urahara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stankevich lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Stankevich cracks Urahara with a good jab.
Stankevich fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And Urahara tries to counter it with a takedown but Stankevich pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Stankevich moves out of range as Urahara strikes.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Igor Stankevich!
Igor Stankevich very nearly forgot to thank Bushido Fightwear amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: POWERS 57
Date: Oct 23, 2016

#R1#
Sheppards tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Morrow connects with a solid leg kick.
Alex Morrow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Sheppards misses its intended target.
Morrow was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sheppards has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Morrow fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sheppards.
Sheppards misses with a hook.
A lazy left from Sheppards finds it's target.#CL#
Morrow moves into the clinch successfully.
Morrow tries to work over Sheppards's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Morrow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sheppards is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sheppards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sheppards tries to break the clinch but Morrow is controlling the position.
A shot in the inside from Morrow.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Sheppards jumps guard but Morrow turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Sheppards trying to control the position but instead, Morrow has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sheppards into the cage.
Sheppards prevents a body shot from Morrow. #BC#
Morrow breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sheppards avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Good standup being displayed there by Morrow as he connects with a hook.
Morrow swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sheppards looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sheppards swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Morrow.
Sheppards misses the shot to the body.
Morrow connects with a leg kick. Sheppards looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Morrow. Sheppards does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2##CL#
Morrow moves into the clinch.
Sheppards wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sheppards stalls.
Sheppards controlling the action here for a moment.
Sheppards blocks a body shot from Morrow.
A nice left hand lands by Morrow.
Morrow works on Sheppards's body with a couple of short punches.
Morrow avoiding damage. #BC2#
Sheppards breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Morrow waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sheppards.
Sheppards tests Morrow's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Morrow tries to bum rush Sheppards with a series of wild strikes but Sheppards uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Morrow with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Morrow throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sheppards now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sheppards throws an off balance right hand
and Morrow counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Morrow keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Morrow appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Morrow thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sheppards if he has to take too many more of those.
Morrow ducks under a wild hook from Sheppards.
Sheppards looks to throw the jab but Morrow is out of range.
A swing and a miss from Sheppards.
Morrow goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sheppards missing with a left hand there. Morrow was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sheppards throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Sheppards misses with a wild body shot.
Morrow cracks Sheppards with a good jab.#CUT#
It looks like Carl Sheppards has been cut.
A swing and a miss from Sheppards.
Morrow steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sheppards.
Morrow feints and then cracks Sheppards's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sheppards down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morrow scores with a jab.
Sheppards throws a series of punches but Morrow avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Morrow has Sheppards up against the cage in a clinch.
Sheppards wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Morrow lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Morrow misses with a body punch.
Sheppards is trying to break free.
Morrow misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Morrow dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carl Sheppards's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Morrow is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Morrow fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A swing and a miss from Morrow.
Morrow scores with a nice strike.
Morrow doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Morrow lands with a kick to the ribs.
Morrow throws a low kick but Sheppards moves out of range easily.
Sheppards stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Morrow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrow scores with a jab.
Morrow swinging wildly here.
Nice body kick there by Morrow.#T1#
Sheppards is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Morrow.
Morrow attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sheppards! But no joy.
Morrow lands with a thumping leg kick.
Morrow avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sheppards swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Morrow jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Morrow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sheppards can do to turn this around?
Morrow misses with a low kick as Sheppards jumps back.
Sheppards is looking for the big counter here.
Sheppards misses with a hook to the body
and Morrow finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Morrow walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sheppards checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sheppards! But no joy.
Morrow looks for the body kick but Sheppards saw that one coming.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Morrow. #T2#
Morrow avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Morrow drives through and clinches with Sheppards against the cage.
Morrow tries to throw a body punch but Sheppards avoids it by throwing Morrow back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Morrow - that landed with a thud.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sheppards fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sheppards trying to control the position but instead, Morrow has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sheppards into the cage.
Sheppards makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sheppards blocks an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Morrow can't find room to land a body shot as Sheppards controls the action. #T3#
Sheppards throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sheppards's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sheppards is trying to maintain a safe position but Morrow gets an underhook and turns Sheppards into the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Sheppards.
Morrow tries to work over Sheppards's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Morrow keeps control of Sheppards as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sheppards is pushing Morrow up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sheppards avoiding damage.
Morrow tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Morrow takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Sheppards content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Sheppards blocks a body shot from Morrow.
Sheppards blocking some punches. #T4#
Sheppards has Morrow pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Morrow manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Morrow tries to work over Sheppards's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sheppards is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Morrow to keep the fight standing.
Alex Morrow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carl Sheppards.
Sheppards is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Morrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Morrow lands a shoulder strike.
Sheppards jumps guard but Morrow stands there with Sheppards around his waist. Sheppards gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sheppards has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Morrow lands a nice uppercut.
Sheppards has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Morrow avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Morrow stalling against the cage.
Alex Morrow has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Morrow tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Morrow dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carl Sheppards's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Sheppards throws an off balance right hand
and Morrow counters with a nice body kick.
Morrow connects with a leg kick. Sheppards looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Morrow on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Morrow comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sheppards throws out a loose jab but Morrow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Morrow lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sheppards takes a step back to recover.
Sheppards takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrow lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sheppards takes a step back to recover.
Morrow wants to clinch but Sheppards slips to the side
and Sheppards counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Morrow swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Sheppards counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morrow fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Morrow is looking to clinch but Sheppards is avoiding it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sheppards! But no joy.
Sheppards misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Some wild striking there from Morrow.
Sheppards misses the shot to the body.
Morrow tries to clinch up.
A cross from Morrow lands.
Sheppards loads up on a big right hand but Morrow slips the punch.
Morrow tries to close the distance and clinch but Sheppards swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sheppards swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Morrow counters with a nice leg kick.
Morrow fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sheppards.
Sheppards has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Morrow.#T2#
A shot to the body from Morrow misses
and Sheppards counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alex Morrow is winning the standup battle so far.
Morrow fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sheppards misses with an uppercut. Morrow saw that one coming.
Morrow swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Morrow bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sheppards's head backwards.
Morrow thuds a left hand into Sheppards's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sheppards looks to score with a jab to the body but Morrow is just out of range.
Sheppards lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Morrow ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sheppards moves away.
Sheppards moves out of range as Morrow throws a body kick. #CL#
Morrow moves into the clinch.
Morrow working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Morrow digs a right hand underneath Sheppards's ribcage. Sheppards let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Carl Sheppards has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Sheppards has Morrow pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Morrow manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sheppards is looking to break free of the clinch but Morrow has double underhooks.
Morrow stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Sheppards is trying to stall.
Morrow tries to throw a body punch but Sheppards avoids it by throwing Morrow back against the cage.
Alex Morrow is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sheppards is looking to control Morrow's arms but Morrow gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sheppards has his back to the cage.
Morrow slowing the pace effectively.
Sheppards holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Morrow lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sheppards stalling. #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.
Morrow tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sheppards's elbow.
Sheppards looking to stall.
Sheppards misses with some punches.
Sheppards tries to break the clinch but Morrow is controlling the position.
Morrow lands a nice shot to the body.
Morrow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Morrow effectively controlling the action here.
Sheppards tries to break free but Morrow pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sheppards.
Sheppards misses with a punch on the inside.
Morrow doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alex Morrow showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Morrow 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Highland Games 212
Date: Oct 06, 2016

#R1#
Korobeikin looks to land a right hand but Sevket moved out of range.
Sevket misses with a hook. Korobeikin ducked under it nicely.
Korobeikin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sevket swivels and escapes.
Sevket looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Korobeikin closes the distance and clinches up with Sevket, looking for a takedown. Korobeikin pushes Sevket against the cage but Sevket circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A slow jab from Sevket misses its intended target.
Sevket moves forwards but Korobeikin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sevket ducks under a wild hook from Korobeikin.
Sevket connects with a crisp jab.
A punch combination from Sevket misses.
Sevket walks into a jab.
Sevket throws a looping overhand right but Korobeikin ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korobeikin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sevket moves away.
Sevket fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Korobeikin manages to avoid it.#TD#
Korobeikin changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sevket looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Who's going to make the next move?
You can see the frustration on Sevket's face as Korobeikin controls the position. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Sevket's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Korobeikin wants to control but Sevket is keeping him busy.
Korobeikin looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Sevket is avoiding damage well.
Korobeikin wants to control but Sevket is keeping him busy.
Sevket tries to bench press Korobeikin off him but Korobeikin keeps the position.
Korobeikin cracks Sevket with a big right hand but Sevket just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Sevket is looking for a sweep.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Korobeikin swings around for an armbar but Sevket sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Korobeikin's guard.
Sevket wants to control from the top but Korobeikin keeps moving.
Sevket controlling from the top position.
Korobeikin 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.
Korobeikin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sevket's guard. #REVR#
Sevket wants to sweep but no luck.
Sevket keeping moving, preventing Korobeikin from controlling successfully.
Sevket is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Arnavut Sevket will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Korobeikin slips a jab from Sevket.
Korobeikin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sevket.
Korobeikin misses with a takedown attempt - Sevket sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Korobeikin closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sevket's guard.
Korobeikin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sevket is adopting a defensive guard.
Sevket looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Korobeikin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korobeikin is trying to control. Sevket wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sevket looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1#
Sevket trying to hold on to Korobeikin's head to control him but Korobeikin postures up.
Sevket gets full guard.
Sevket is trying to keep Korobeikin in close.
Sevket controlling the position.
Sevket is trying to keep Korobeikin in close.
Korobeikin looking to sit in guard and control but Sevket gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sevket trying to control the position from guard on top but Korobeikin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sevket sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Korobeikin's guard.
Korobeikin gets back to full guard.
Korobeikin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Korobeikin is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sevket is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Korobeikin controlling Sevket's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sevket wants to control from the top but Korobeikin keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Pyotr Korobeikin will probably get the nod.
That's time! Korobeikin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Korobeikin.
Korobeikin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Korobeikin throws a body shot but no joy.
Sevket fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Korobeikin manages to avoid it.
Sevket lands with an overhand left.#TD#
Korobeikin shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sevket napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sevket is trying to get back to half guard.
Korobeikin moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Sevket is not content to let Korobeikin control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sevket is looking for a sweep.
Pyotr Korobeikin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Sevket is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Korobeikin trying to control the action but Sevket is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Korobeikin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sevket knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sevket is looking for a sweep.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sevket can't do much from the bottom here.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Korobeikin scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sevket to see if he's OK.
Korobeikin is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Sevket's shoulder. That is not cool.
Sevket is looking for a sweep.
Korobeikin takes a little break here. Sevket wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Korobeikin advances to full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pyotr Korobeikin clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Sevket on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sevket cracks Korobeikin with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sevket stalks Korobeikin and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Korobeikin's face. Korobeikin staggers backwards, shaken.
Sevket throws a body punch but Korobeikin moves out of range.
Korobeikin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Korobeikin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sevkets jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Korobeikin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sevket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sevket. Korobeikin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sevket uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Korobeikin.
Jab, jab by Korobeikin - just one landing.
Sevket scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Korobeikin throws a lazy uppercut
and Sevket counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Sevket blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sevket. Korobeikin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arnavut Sevket is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Korobeikin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sevket manages to avoid it.
A nice side step and Sevket releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
No joy there for Sevket, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Korobeikin loads up on a big right hand but Sevket slips the punch.
Sevket doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sloppy strikes from Sevket. Those never looked like landing.
Korobeikin throws a hook to the side of Sevket's head but Sevket sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Korobeikin shoots in looking for a takedown but Sevket manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Korobeikin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Korobeikin scores with the left hand. Sevket knows he should have avoided that one.
Sevket misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Korobeikin.
Korobeikin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sevket throws out the jab.
Sevket walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sevket keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sevket throws a series of punches but Korobeikin moves out of range. #T2#
Sevket on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sevket moves out of range of the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sevket on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Korobeikin moves out of range as Sevket strikes.
Korobeikin shoots in looking for a takedown but Sevket manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Korobeikin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sevket doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pyotr Korobeikin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sevket connects with a body shot.#TD#
Korobeikin closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sevket to the mat! Sevket manages to get full guard.
Korobeikin preventing the sweep.
Sevket trying to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Arnavut Sevket will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Korobeikin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sevket.
Sevket keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sevket jabs Korobeikin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Korobeikin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sevket throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Korobeikin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sevket throws a body shot but no joy.
Korobeikin connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sevket. Sevket circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Korobeikin jabs at Sevket's body.
Sevket swings for the body but Korobeikin moves out of range.
Korobeikin throws a poor cross that misses
and Sevket makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sevket lands an overhand right.
Korobeikin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Korobeikin throws a body punch but Sevket moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Korobeikin scores with a nice right hand.
A big left from Korobeikin misses. #T1#
Korobeikin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sevket sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Korobeikin throws the left hand but Sevket avoids the punch easily.
Sevket misses with an uppercut. Korobeikin saw that one coming.
Sevket scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Korobeikin scores with a jab. Sevket acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
No luck for Korobeikin with that takedown attempt.
Korobeikin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Korobeikin fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sevket to the ground. Korobeikin is now in Sevket's guard.
Korobeikin trying to control the position from guard on top but Sevket is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Korobeikin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Sevket seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sevket 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.
Korobeikin looking to sit in guard and control but Sevket gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sevket wants to pass the guard but Korobeikin is keeping the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:48
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arnavut Sevket!
Arnavut Sevket decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: PFC 54
Date: Sep 30, 2016

#R1#
Sheppards misses with a wild body shot.
Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sheppards.
Johnson tries to clinch but Sheppards is having none of it.
Sheppards displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Johnson lands with a right hand.
Johnson connects with a nice looking jab.
Sheppards loads up on a big right hand but Johnson slips the punch.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Johnson, right into the meat.
A slapping leg kick lands for Johnson.
Sheppards moves out of range as Johnson strikes.
Sheppards looks to land a right hand but Johnson moved out of range.
Sheppards takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Johnson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Sheppards is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Johnson scores with a couple of nice shots.#T1#
Johnson is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Sheppards is trying to keep Johnson in close.
Sheppards pulls Johnson in close to his closed guard and prevents Johnson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Johnson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sheppards's head.
Johnson postures up and lands a big shot to Sheppards's brow.
Sheppards looking for a sweep. Not yet Sheppards, not yet.
Johnson postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sheppards looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Johnson trying to control but Sheppards is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Johnson postures up and lands a big shot to Sheppards's brow.
Johnson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Johnson throws a strike but Sheppards rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Johnson controlling Sheppards's posture.
Johnson is looking to stand up but Sheppards isn't so interested in that idea.
Johnson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sheppards looking to pass the guard.
Johnson wants to stand and escape but Sheppards is having none of it. #T3#
Johnson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sheppards looking to pass the guard.
Johnson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sheppards stays in close to Johnson's body and controls the position.
Johnson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Johnson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Johnson lands a leg kick that knocks Sheppards off balance momentarily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Johnson. #T4#
Sheppards checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little feinted left hand from Sheppards on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Johnson misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Sheppards to counter with a crisp jab.
Johnson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Johnson wants to clinch
and Sheppards counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sheppards slips under a jab.
A punch lands to the side of Johnson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sheppards misses with an uppercut. Johnson saw that one coming.
Johnson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Johnson.
Sheppards swings widly with a right hand
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
Sheppards misses with a body shot.
Sheppards misses with a lunging right hand
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Johnson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sheppards throws a series of punches but Johnson avoids them all with ease.
Johnson feints a counter leg kick.#CUT2#
It looks like Carl Sheppards has been cut.
Sheppards takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sheppards feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Johnsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sheppards jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson thumps Sheppards with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
A chopping leg kick lands by Johnson.
Sheppards is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sheppards lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Johnson circles away quickly and effectively.
Johnson throws a lazy uppercut
and Sheppards counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Johnson.
Nick Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sheppards looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sheppards moves out of range of the body kick from Johnson.
Sheppards throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Sheppards throws a poor cross that misses
and Johnson counters with a nice body kick.
Johnson is looking to chop away at Sheppards's legs.
Nick Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sheppards misses with a straight left.
Sheppards displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Johnson throws out the jab.
Johnson connects with a right hand. Sheppards shakes it off.
Johnson connects with an inside leg kick.
Sheppards misses with a straight right.
Johnson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sheppards was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sheppards throws a jab when Johnson was well out of range.
Sheppards ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Sheppards slips the punch.
A quick step to the side and Sheppards tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Johnson throws a leg kick but Sheppards sees it coming and moves out of range.
Johnson scoring well with a low kick there.
Carl Sheppards is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Johnson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A left lands for Johnson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Sheppards counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sheppards missing with a left hand there. Johnson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Johnson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Johnson lands a jab to the nose.
Sheppards looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Sheppards on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Johnson. Johnson obviously looking to wear him down.
Johnson cracks the inside of Sheppards's front leg.
Johnson tries to score with a low kick but Sheppards moves his leg out of the way.
It looked like Sheppards was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Johnson.
Johnson lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sheppards will feel that in the morning.#T3#
Johnson looks to land a right hand but Sheppards moved out of range.
Johnson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sheppards was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A jab from Johnson misses.
Johnson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sheppards throws out the jab.
Johnson is looking to slow Sheppards down with leg kicks.
Nice defenses there by Sheppards.
Sheppards slips a straight right by Johnson.
Johnson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Johnson.
Sheppards is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sheppards misses with a two punch combination.
Sheppards misses with a hook. Johnson ducked under it nicely.
Sheppards lands a head shot.#T4#
Johnson throws a body punch but Sheppards moves out of range.
Johnson misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Sheppards to counter with a crisp jab.
Johnson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sheppards throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Johnson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sheppards slips under a jab.
Sheppards swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Johnson scoring well with a low kick there.
Sheppards throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Sheppards misses.
Sheppards looks to land a right hand but Johnson moved out of range.
Johnson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sheppards sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sheppards ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Carl Sheppards's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Johnson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sheppards stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sheppards takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sheppards slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A slow jab from Johnson misses its intended target.
Sheppards throws a hook but Johnson blocks it.
Johnson scores with a leg kick.
Johnson scores with the left hand. Sheppards knows he should have avoided that one. #CL2#
Johnson moves into range and clinches up with Sheppards.
Johnson slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Johnson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sheppards throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Johnson thuds his right hand into Sheppards's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Johnson feints and then cracks Sheppards's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sheppards down.
Johnson shoots in but Sheppards avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice straight punches there by Johnson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Johnson.
Johnson swings for the body but Sheppards moves out of range.
It looked like Sheppards wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sheppards misses with a looping right.
Johnson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sheppards takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Johnson shoots in but Sheppards avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sheppards is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Sheppards throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Johnson.
Johnson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sheppards in his tracks. #TD2#
Johnson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sheppards to the mat! Sheppards manages to get full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Johnson with a nice head shot there.
Johnson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sheppards is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Nick Johnson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Johnson throwing strikes but missing.
Sheppards preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nick Johnson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sheppards is trying to control the position but Johnson postures up.
Carl Sheppards has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Johnson throwing strikes but missing.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sheppards is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Johnson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sheppards gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Johnson.
A solid leg kick lands there for Johnson.
Johnson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sheppards. Sheppards circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD2#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Johnson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Johnson lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Sheppards down.
Johnson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sheppards to see if he's OK.
Johnson working away.
Johnson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Johnson trying to control the position but Sheppards is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sheppards is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Johnson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Still in half guard, Johnson seems content to control.
Johnson drops an elbow to the side of Sheppards's head.
Johnson throwing shots but Sheppards is blocking nicely.
Sheppards wants to get back to full guard.
Johnson throwing shots but Sheppards is blocking nicely.
Sheppards is looking to control Johnson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sheppards avoid being mounted?
Johnson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sheppards throws a strike from the bottom that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nick Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Johnson 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Johnson!
A less than humble Nick Johnson misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: PFC 54
Date: Sep 30, 2016

#R1#
BatzCastelmore tests Stampfer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
BatzCastelmore looks to score with a jab to the body but Stampfer is just out of range.
A big right from Stampfer misses.
Stampfer misses with a double jab. #TD#
Stampfer closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES2#
BatzCastelmore explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stampfer tests BatzCastelmore's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Stampfer.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stampfer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
BatzCastelmore throws a series of punches but Stampfer avoids them all with ease.
Stampfer attempts a counter takedown but BatzCastelmore avoids it well and moves away.
BatzCastelmore throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Stampfer is looking to chop away at BatzCastelmore's legs.
BatzCastelmore's corner calls for a 1-2. BatzCastelmore obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A cross from BatzCastelmore lands.
BatzCastelmore cracks Stampfer with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Stampfer falls to his knees and BatzCastelmore doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charles BatzCastelmore!
Charles BatzCastelmore made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Vou le vou coucher avec moi?'.

Event: gc116
Date: Sep 24, 2016

#R1#
A punch combination from Stankevich misses. #CL#
Jones moves into the clinch.
Jones being controlled against the cage.
Stankevich displaying some good clinch control by pressing Jones up against the cage.
Jones is trying to pull guard but Stankevich has him pressed against the cage.
Stankevich has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stankevich tries to break the clinch but Jones is controlling the position. #BC2#
Stankevich breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stankevich is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jones fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Stankevich avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stankevich throws a body punch but Jones moves out of range. #CL#
Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Stankevich can't break the clinch.
Jones taking a breather.
Stankevich is struggling to control the position.
A frustrated look appears on Stankevich's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2##BC#
Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stankevich dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stankevich waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones.
A solid body kick from Jones.
Stankevich misses with a hook
and Stankevich takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Stankevich counters with a straight right hand.
Stankevich misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones.
Stankevich misses with an uppercut. Jones saw that one coming.
Jones throwing a counter right hand but Stankevich manages to avoid it.
Stankevich throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Jones counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stankevich throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Stankevich misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stankevich.
Stankevich circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stankevich throws out a counter right but Jones avoids it with no problem.
Stankevich lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into range.
Stankevich misses the jab.
Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jones tries to clinch there but Stankevich circles away.
Jones moves out of range of the strikes.
Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Stankevich circles away.
Stankevich throws an off balance right hand
and Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Stankevich moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Stankevich throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Stankevich lands a jab.#TD#
Jones closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Stankevich did well to prevent Jones getting side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Stankevich trying to control from the bottom.
Stankevich blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones. #SUB#
Jones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stankevich defends it well.
Stankevich gets back to full guard.
Jones won't allow Stankevich to sweep him here.
Jones with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stankevich preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Igor Stankevich dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Stankevich throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Stankevich tries to sprawl but Jones drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Stankevich is trying to stand. #SUB#
Jones wants to work for an arm triangle but Stankevich is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Stankevich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Stankevich wants to get back to his feet.
Jones thows a huge punch but Stankevich dodges it nicely.
Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Stankevich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Jones seems to be working for a kimura but Stankevich defends the submission attempt.
Stankevich regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Jones cracks Stankevich with a solid left hand.
Jones has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones prevents Stankevich from getting back to his feet.
Stankevich looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stankevich lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Stankevich trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stankevich is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stankevich tries to stand but Jones is controlling from the bottom.
Stankevich wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving.
Stankevich has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Jones is proving hard to escape from. #T2##SUB#
Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Leandro Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones has a closed guard, preventing Stankevich from standing up.
Stankevich controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Jones, not yet. #T3#
Stankevich trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom.
Stankevich looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Stankevich throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jones counters with a big head kick but Stankevich shrugs it off.
Stankevich swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones.
Stankevich doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Stankevich scores with the left hand. Jones knows he should have avoided that one.
Stankevich throws an off balance right hand
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Jones fails with the takedown.
Stankevich lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Stankevich defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones.
Stankevich dips to his left and cracks Jones with an uppercut!
A looping hook to the body misses from Stankevich. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Stankevich has time to react.
Nice defenses there by Jones.
Stankevich misses with a looping left.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Jones moves into range and clinches up with Stankevich.
Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Stankevich uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones has Stankevich pressed against the cage, preventing Stankevich from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Leandro Jones will probably get the nod.
That's time! Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jones with a lazy takedown attempt
and Stankevich counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jones throws a shot from downtown. Stankevich moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Stankevich looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Stankevich stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position. #BC2#
Stankevich breaks from the clinch.
Stankevich throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Stankevich manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Stankevich throws out a counter right but Jones avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Stankevich avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jones slips a jab and a cross from Stankevich.
Nice takedown defense from Stankevich. No joy for Jones on that attempt.
Jones misses with a takedown
and Stankevich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stankevich.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones misses the target.
Jones misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
Jones moves forwards but Stankevich connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Stankevich throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Jones gets a clinch.
Jones can't get the takedown.
Stankevich is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jones is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Jones breaks from the clinch.
Stankevich is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jones.#T3#
Jones avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones closes the distance but Stankevich moves to the side
and Stankevich counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Jones closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Stankevich escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Stankevich tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Stankevich to the ground. Stankevich escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Jones clinches with his opponent.
Stalling in the clinch from Stankevich. #BC#
Jones breaks from the clinch.
Leandro Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Stankevich throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Stankevich throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it.
Jones is looking to counter punch.
Stankevich avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Stankevich let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Jones throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Stankevich! But no joy.
Jones takes a swing at Stankevich's ribcage but misses.
Igor Stankevich is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jones.
A countering left hand to the body from Stankevich misses.
Stankevich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Stankevich.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones wants to clinch up but Stankevich keeps it at a distance.
Jones shoots in looking for a takedown. Stankevich tries to sprawl out of it but Jones keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Stankevich manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Igor Stankevich comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Stankevich 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Igor Stankevich!
Igor Stankevich gave a mention to Bushido Fightwear in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: gc115
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
Horn lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Castillion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Horn throws a series of strikes that have Castillion backpedaling.
Horn clobbers Castillion with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL2#
Horn clinches up against the cage.
Horn throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Castillion gets underhooks to prevent Horn's takedown attempt.
Horn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Castillion pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Horn drives through and clinches with Castillion against the cage.
Castillion has Horn pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Horn manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Horn lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Castillion backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Castillion dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Horn is working for takedown but Castillion is calmly controlling the position for now.
Miguel Castillion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Klas Horn.
Horn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Castillion's elbow.
Horn lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Horn lands a body shot.
Castillion is breathing heavily.
Horn will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Castillion up against the cage.
Horn stalling against the cage.
Horn is leaning against Castillion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Castillion tries to pull guard but Horn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Horn lands a hook that snaps the head of Castillion backwards.
Horn is leaning against Castillion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#TD2#
Horn pulls guard.
Castillion won't allow Horn to sweep him here.
Castillion will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Horn has his hands on Castillion's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Horn has his foot on Castillion's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Castillion works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Horn controls Castillion momentarily but Castillion frees himself.
Castillion pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Horn is keeping the position for now.
Horn looking for a sweep. Not yet Horn, not yet.
Castillion is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Horn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Castillion engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Horn wants to sweep here but Castillion controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Horn looking to control.
Horn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Horn managing to control the position.
Horn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Castillion manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Horn content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Horn accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Horn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Horn trying to control but Castillion is working from the bottom.
Castillion working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Horn.
Castillion seems keen to control Horn's posture.
Castillion can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Horn controls the pace.
Castillion preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Horn looking to pass the guard.
Horn trying to control but Castillion is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Horn wants to pass the guard but Castillion is keeping the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jab, jab by Horn - just one landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Klas Horn dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Horn misses with an uppercut. Castillion saw that one coming.
Horn misses with a hook. Castillion ducked under it nicely.
Horn slips under a jab from Castillion.
Horn swings for the body but Castillion moves out of range.
Horn waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Castillion.
Horn works the jab nicely.
Castillion is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Horn.
And Horn tries to counter it with a takedown but Castillion pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice defenses there by Horn.
Horn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Castillion.
Horn looks to score with a jab to the body but Castillion is just out of range.
Horn scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Castillion doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Castillion has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Horn finds it's way round the side to connect with Castillion's head.
Castillion uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Horn.
Horn drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Castillion right on the button. Castillion goes down! Horn follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Horn gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Klas Horn!
Klas Horn seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Highland Games 205
Date: Sep 11, 2016

#R1#
Rabinovitch throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sevket uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rabinovitch.
Sevket checks a low kick from Rabinovitch.
Sevket misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rabinovitch.
Sevket on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sevket misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rabinovitch.
A head kick from Rabinovitch lands but Sevket takes it in his stride.
Sevket throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rabinovitch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sevket misses with a body shot.
Rabinovitch misses with a body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sevket darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sevket throws a nice looking combination but Rabinovitch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sevket throws a body shot but no joy.
Sevket misses with a looping right.
A lazy left from Rabinovitch finds it's target.
Sevket blocks a jab.#T1#
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Rabinovitch is looking to slow Sevket down with leg kicks.
Rabinovitch looks to land a left hand but Sevket moved out of range nicely.
Rabinovitch connects with the punch.
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Rabinovitch misses with an uppercut
and Sevket connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rabinovitch throws a push kick but Sevket slaps the foot to one side.
Rabinovitch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good shot there by Sevket.
Sevket connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sevket. Rabinovitch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sevket jabs Rabinovitch right on the nose. Rabinovitch blinks but takes it well.
A slow jab from Rabinovitch misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Sevket on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rabinovitch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rabinovitch misses with a hook. Sevket ducked under it nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Sevket misses.
Rabinovitch throws a head kick that misses
and Sevket counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rabinovitch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rabinovitch misses with a straight left.
Rabinovitch throws a sloppy head kick and Sevket moves out of range easily.
Rabinovitch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch motions for Sevket to come forward. Rabinovitch throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Itshak Rabinovitch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rabinovitch throws a low kick but Sevket moves out of range easily.
Sevket moves out of range of the body kick from Rabinovitch.
Sevket thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rabinovitch tries to land a body kick
and Sevket counters with a stiff right hand.
Sevket thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sevket ducks under a wild hook from Rabinovitch.
Sevket looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Itshak Rabinovitch will probably get the nod.
That's time! Rabinovitch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Rabinovitch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sevket throws out the jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rabinovitch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rabinovitch. That's going to slow Sevket down.
A head kick misses from Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch misses with the body kick
and Sevket counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A thudding body kick lands there by Rabinovitch!
Rabinovitch lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sevket will feel that in the morning.
Sevket blocks a jab.
A lazy left from Rabinovitch finds it's target.
Sevket misses with a jab to the body
and Rabinovitch counters with a two punch combo.
Rabinovitch tries to bum rush Sevket with a series of wild strikes but Sevket uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rabinovitch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rabinovitch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sevket.
Rabinovitch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sevket.#T1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rabinovitch, right into the meat.
Sevket fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Sevket 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.
Rabinovitch throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Decent striking displayed by Rabinovitch there.
Rabinovitch throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rabinovitch darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rabinovitch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sevket can do to turn this around?
Sevket throws a right and a left that Rabinovitch avoids nicely.
Sevket cracks Rabinovitch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rabinovitch moves out of range of the strikes.
A solid body kick from Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Rabinovitch lands a front kick.
A big right from Sevket misses. #T2#
Sevket tries to bum rush Rabinovitch with a series of wild strikes but Rabinovitch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rabinovitch throws a sloppy head kick and Sevket moves out of range easily.
Rabinovitch throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sevket misses with an uppercut. Rabinovitch saw that one coming.
Rabinovitch misses with a low kick.
Rabinovitch lands a nice looking body shot.
Sevket misses with a two punch combination.
Rabinovitch misses with a body shot.
Rabinovitch swings widly with a right hand
enabling Sevket to counter with a crisp jab.
Sevket misses with a hook.
Sevket throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sevket lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sevket misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheers as Rabinovitch lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sevket doesn't seem phased though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Itshak Rabinovitch dominated that second round.
That's time! Rabinovitch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Rabinovitch.
Jab from Rabinovitch.
Sevket moves out of range as Rabinovitch strikes.
Rabinovitch throws a shot from downtown. Sevket moves away and avoids it.
Rabinovitch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sevket sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rabinovitch throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rabinovitch throws a front kick aimed at Sevket's knee but Sevket avoids it well.
Sevket throws a nice looking combination but Rabinovitch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rabinovitch tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sevket throws a combination. Rabinovitch tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice combination there by Sevket.
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rabinovitch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sevket swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rabinovitch lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Sevket looks to land a combination. Rabinovitch sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A jab lands there for Sevket.
Sevket waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rabinovitch.
Itshak Rabinovitch is winning the standup battle so far.
Rabinovitch ducks under a wild hook from Sevket.
Sevket cracks Rabinovitch with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rabinovitch cracks Sevket with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rabinovitch throws a front kick that sends Sevket stumbling back into the cage.
Sevket throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rabinovitch misses with an uppercut. Sevket saw that one coming.
Sevket misses with a wild body shot.
Rabinovitch lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sevket throws a hook but Rabinovitch avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sevket moves out of range as Rabinovitch strikes.
Rabinovitch fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
A good leg kick by Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rabinovitch throws out a powerful jab.
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Rabinovitch scores with a leg kick.
Sevket takes a swing at Rabinovitch's ribcage but misses.
Rabinovitch scores with a nice head shot.
Rabinovitch tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Sevket throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sevket blocks a head kick by Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch misses with a shot to the body
and Sevket makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sevket looks to throw the jab but Rabinovitch is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rabinovitch throws a nice looking combination but Sevket bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Itshak Rabinovitch did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Sevket avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sevket checks the leg kick nicely there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sevket! But no joy.
Rabinovitch throws an off balance right hand
and Sevket counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rabinovitch lands with a kick to the temple. Sevket shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Rabinovitch lands with a nice body kick.
A head kick from Rabinovitch lands but Sevket takes it in his stride.
A telegraphed right hand from Rabinovitch misses the target.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Sevket might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Rabinovitch has got the better of the exchanges.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch throws a low kick but Sevket moves out of range easily.
Sevket swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rabinovitch lands with a cross.
Rabinovitch misses with a left hand
and Sevket counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sevket throws a lazy right hand but Rabinovitch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sevket avoids the body shot from Rabinovitch.
Sevket swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rabinovitch throws a head kick but Sevket moves out of range. #T1#
Sevket just misses with a punch to the body.
Rabinovitch lands with a kick to the ribs.
Rabinovitch throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sevket moves out of range of the body kick from Rabinovitch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sevket, as that shot connected.
Sevket lands a really nice looking cross but Rabinovitch seems unphased.
Rabinovitch scores with a punch to the head.
Rabinovitch throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rabinovitch throws a hook but Sevket blocks it.
Rabinovitch lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sevket dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sevket takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rabinovitch looks to land a body kick but Sevket moved away.
Sevket misses with an uppercut
letting Rabinovitch counter with a right hand. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sevket throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sevket blocks a head kick by Rabinovitch.
Sevket misses with a wild body shot.
Rabinovitch went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Rabinovitch slips a jab from Sevket.
Sevket moves out of range of the body kick.
Sevket throws a looping overhand right but Rabinovitch ducks down to avoid it.
Sevket avoids the head kick by Rabinovitch.
Sevket takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sevket has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rabinovitch.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sevket crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rabinovitch - the referee stops the clock and Sevket gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rabinovitch. Sevket manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rabinovitch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sevket chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rabinovitch can pounce on him.
Sevket lands a nice hook to Rabinovitch's body. Rabinovitch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sevket's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sevket avoids the head kick by Rabinovitch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Itshak Rabinovitch had his way with Arnavut Sevket in that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Rabinovitch lands a jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rabinovitch.
Sevket appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sevket misses with a looping left.
Rabinovitch misses with a head kick.
Rabinovitch throws a sloppy head kick and Sevket moves out of range easily.
Rabinovitch takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sevket throws a right hand that Rabinovitch ducks under and follows up with a left that Rabinovitch also avoids with ease.
Rabinovitch takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
A head kick from Rabinovitch lands but Sevket takes it in his stride.
Rabinovitch with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rabinovitch throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sevket blocks a low kick nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sevket swings widly with a right hand
and Rabinovitch counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Rabinovitch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sevket manages to avoid it.
Itshak Rabinovitch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T1#
Sevket moves out of range as Rabinovitch throws a body kick.
A clash of legs there as Sevket blocks the low kick.
It seemed like Sevket was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sevket misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rabinovitch.
Danga de danga de dang - Sevket scores with a four punch combination!
Sevket lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rabinovitch connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sevket blocks a low kick nicely.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rabinovitch, right into the meat.
Rabinovitch throws a sloppy head kick and Sevket moves out of range easily.
Sevket throws a lazy right hand but Rabinovitch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rabinovitch jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Rabinovitch walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sevket blocks a head kick by Rabinovitch.
Sevket fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rabinovitch manages to avoid it.#T2#
Sevket lunges at Rabinovitch with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rabinovitch's hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No joy there for Sevket, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rabinovitch takes a swing at Sevket's ribcage but misses.
Rabinovitch throws a lazy right hand but Sevket sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sevket fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rabinovitch manages to avoid it.
Sevket takes a swing at Rabinovitch's ribcage but misses.
Rabinovitch connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rabinovitch throws a wild body kick that Sevket sees coming a mile off.
Rabinovitch throws a lazy head kick
and Sevket counters with a straight right hand.
Rabinovitch moves out of range as Sevket strikes.
Sevket scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sevket fails to land with a series of punches.
Arnavut Sevket has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sevket takes a jab right on the kisser.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Arnavut Sevket.
Well Rabinovitch 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:47
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 49:47
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Itshak Rabinovitch!

Event: PF 12 - Oppelaar va Barkley
Date: Sep 10, 2016

#R1#
Dy No Mite tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bolton was well out of range. Poor timing from Dy No Mite.
Bolton moves out of range as Dy No Mite strikes.
Bolton throws a lazy right hand but Dy No Mite sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dy No Mite looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bolton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dy No Mite.
Dy No Mite misses with a wild body shot.
Bolton smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bolton throws a poor cross that misses
and Dy No Mite counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A jab lands there for Dy No Mite.
Bolton throws a sloppy head kick
and Bolton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dy No Mite cracks Bolton with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dy No Mite scores with a hook to the body. Bolton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bolton cracks Dy No Mite with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A swing and a miss from Dy No Mite.
Dy No Mite is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bolton.
Bolton has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Ground Zero in the buildup to the fight.
Bolton defending well as Dy No Mite loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
A big left from Bolton misses.
Bolton throws a big shot that misses.
Dy No Mite scores with a hook to the body. Bolton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dy No Mite moves forwards but Bolton connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dy No Mite lands with an overhand left.
Good shot there by Bolton.
Dy No Mite getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bolton defending well as Dy No Mite loads up on a big left hand.
Dy No Mite lands a glancing blow to the side of Bolton's head.
Bolton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dy No Mite.
Dy No Mite bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bolton tries a head kick but it misses.
Dy No Mite fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bolton throws a combination that misses
letting Dy No Mite counter with a right hand.
Bolton throws a body punch but Dy No Mite moves out of range. #T2#
Dy No Mite bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bolton throws an off balance right hand
and Dy No Mite counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bolton tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dy No Mite is able to avoid easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bolton.
A big left from Bolton misses.
Bolton misses with a hook
letting Dy No Mite counter with a right hand.
Dy No Mite dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dy No Mite throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bolton is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Dy No Mite dips to his left and cracks Bolton with an uppercut!
Dy No Mite ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bolton moves away.
Bolton throws a hook to the side of Dy No Mite's head but Dy No Mite sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dy No Mite stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dy No Mite is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bolton had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Bolton throws a jab when Dy No Mite was well out of range.
Bolton throws a lazy right hand but Dy No Mite sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Bolton misses with a hook. Dy No Mite ducked under it nicely.
Dy No Mite slips a straight right by Bolton.
Dy No Mite has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bolton takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bolton looks to land a left hand but Dy No Mite moved out of range nicely.
Dy No Mite lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bolton misses with an uppercut
and Dy No Mite connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bolton takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bolton moves out of range of the strikes.
Charles Bolton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dy No Mite takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dy No Mite misses with a hook. Bolton ducked under it nicely.
Bolton throws a head kick but Dy No Mite moves out of range.
Dy No Mite lands a lovely overhand right.
Dy No Mite scores with a nice right hand. #ROC2#
Bolton is rocked!
Bolton tries a head kick but it misses.
Oh Bolton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bolton throws a hook to the side of Dy No Mite's head but Dy No Mite sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Bolton misses with a shot to the body
and Dy No Mite scores with a counter punch that sends Bolton to the canvas! Dy No Mite smells blood - he's punishing Bolton with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Bolton has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). DJ Dy No Mite!
During a confident post fight interview, DJ Dy No Mite thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: PFC 50
Date: Sep 09, 2016

#R1#
Sykes stuns Stampfer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Stampfer with a nice cross.#CUT#
It looks like Xavier Sykes has been cut.
Sykes cracks Stampfer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Stampfer scores with a jab to the head.
Stampfer darts in looking for a takedown but Sykes gets double underhooks and turns Stampfer into the ropes. #CL#
Stampfer darts in and clinches Sykes up against the ropes.
Stampfer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stampfer is trying to force a seperation but Sykes has the dominant position.
Sykes misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Stampfer manages to break the clinch.
Paul Stampfer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Stampfer moves into the clinch successfully.
Sykes scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sykes.
Sykes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stampfer misses with some punches.
Sykes swings wildly with an uppercut but Stampfer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stampfer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Stampfer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sykes connects with a looping right hand. #T1#
Sykes tries to clinch up.
Xavier Sykes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stampfer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Stampfer lands a two punch combo.
Sykes throws a series of strikes that have Stampfer backpedaling.
Sykes is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stampfer.
Sykes cracks Stampfer with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Stampfer tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Sykes pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Stampfer is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Sykes!

Event: Highland Games 203
Date: Sep 04, 2016

#R1##TD#
Sandov shoots in and bounces Kedorf off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Sandov throwing strikes from guard but Kedorf blocks nicely.
Sandov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kedorf can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sandov wants to pass the guard but Kedorf is keeping the position.
Sandov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sandov throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sandov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kedorf for as long as he can get away with.#T1#
Sandov passes Kedorf's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sandov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sandov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kedorf pushes Sandov off looking to stand but Sandov dives back in and keeps control.
Sandov passes to side control.
Sandov is looking to take a break and control but Kedorf is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kedorf is pushing Sandov's head away, looking to escape. Sandov manages to hold on to the position though.
Sandov misses with the ground and pound.
Sandov is looking to take a break and control but Kedorf is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sandov controls the position.
Kedorf prevents Sandov from improving position.
Sandov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Sandov tries to score with some ground and pound. Kedorf controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
Sandov works to advance to full mount. Kedorf defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Sandov tries to control but Kedorf wriggling away.
Kedorf is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Sandov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Sandov wants to control the pace but Kedorf is squirming around nicely.
Sandov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Kedorf tries to buck Sandov off but he can't manage it.
Sandov looking to control but Kedorf is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sandov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Kedorf holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Sandov tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Sandov lands a big shot there that rocks Kedorf but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #CUT#
It looks like Barol Kedorf has been cut.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sandov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Sandov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kedorf is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eugene Sandov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Barol Kedorf's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sandov slips a jab from Kedorf.
Kedorf keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kedorf cracks a nice hook into Sandov's ribs.
Kedorf misses with a hook.
Kedorf throws a shot from downtown. Sandov moves away and avoids it.
Sandov throwing a counter right hand but Kedorf manages to avoid it.
A big right from Kedorf misses.
Kedorf just misses with a punch to the body.
Sandov slips under a jab from Kedorf.
Kedorf misses the body punch
and Sandov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A big left from Kedorf misses.
Sandov misses with a wild body shot.
Kedorf stuffs the takedown attempt from Sandov. Sandov gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kedorf swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kedorf swings for the body but Sandov moves out of range.
Sandov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kedorf manages to avoid it.
Kedorf throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sandov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sandov throws the left hand but Kedorf avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Kedorf avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kedorf misses with a body shot.
Kedorf lands a jab to the nose.
A telegraphed right hand from Sandov misses the target.
Kedorf throws a looping overhand right but Sandov ducks down to avoid it.
Kedorf connects with a single shot there.
Kedorf staying out of range there.
Kedorf moves out of range of the strikes.
Sandov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sandov or perhaps it was just good defense by Kedorf, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eugene Sandov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sandov feints a jab promting Kedorf to slip. Sandov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kedorf slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Kedorf keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sandov.
Sandov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sandov throws a lazy right hand but Kedorf sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kedorf with a nice cross.
Kedorf misses with a body shot. #T2#
Sandov slips under a jab from Kedorf.
Kedorf uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sandov.
Kedorf cracks Sandov with a good jab.
Sandov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sandov avoids the body shot from Kedorf.
Sandov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sandov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kedorf defends well and Sandov ends up having to push Kedorf into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kedorf pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barol Kedorf seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sandov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kedorf is just out of range.
Sandov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kedorf scores with a jab.#ROC2#
Sandov is rocked!
Kedorf weaves into range and cracks Sandov right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Sandov goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Kedorf is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Barol Kedorf!
Barol Kedorf looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Juz nie moge sie doczekac, az wroce do domu i przytule mojego synka Morysa. Wezme Go na kolana, a potem poloze sie obok Niego i razem zasniemy. To jest prawdziwe szczescie'.

Event: PFC 49
Date: Sep 02, 2016

#R1#
Qasi moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Qasi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sheppards uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Qasi.
Sheppards avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sheppards takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've been hearing reports that Sheppards has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Qasi cracks Sheppards with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Qasi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sheppards sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Qasi somewhat.
An attempted straight right counter from Sheppards misses the target.
Nice uppercut lands for Qasi. That snapped Sheppards's head back. #CUT2#
It looks like Carl Sheppards has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Qasi.
Sheppards was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Qasi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Qasi throws a right hand that Sheppards ducks under and follows up with a left that Sheppards also avoids with ease.
Qasi lands with a nice combination. Sheppards backs away looking to recover.#T1#
Qasi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sheppards slips a jab from Qasi.
Sheppards was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Qasi throws a hook but Sheppards blocks it.
Qasi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL2#
Qasi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Qasi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sheppards tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Qasi smiles and moves away.
Sheppards is breathing heavily.
Sheppards needs to keep his hands up - Qasi had a free shot at his head there.
Qasi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sheppards cracks a nice hook into Qasi's ribs.
Qasi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sheppards circles away quickly and effectively.
A jab lands there for Qasi.
Sheppards misses with a looping right.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Qasi moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Qasi lands with an uppercut that bounces Sheppards off the cage and back into range.
Qasi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Carl Sheppards is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Qasi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Qasi connects with a nice looking jab. #ROC2#
Sheppards is rocked!
Qasi loads up on a big right hand but Sheppards slips the punch.
Sheppards was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sheppards just misses with a punch to the body.
Qasi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Qasi throws a lazy right hand but Sheppards sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Sheppards wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Qasi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Oh Sheppards is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sheppards walks into a straight right hand from Qasi.
Qasi lands with a shot to the body.
A jab from Sheppards misses. #T3#
Qasi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Qasi lands a body shot.
Sheppards seems to have got his legs back now.
Qasi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sheppards. Sheppards circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Qasi throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Sheppards misses the target.#TD2#
Qasi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Sheppards's guard.
Sheppards is trying to control the position but Qasi postures up.
Sheppards keeping moving, preventing Qasi from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Qasi advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Qasi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Qasi works his way into side control. #T4##SUB2#
Qasi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sheppards is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Qasi is trying to get an arm triangle but Sheppards is defending well.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Qasi has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB2#
Sheppards tries to improve his position but Qasi has taken his back! Qasi has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Sheppards tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Qasi pushes Sheppards away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Azar Qasi!
Azar Qasi is the new lightweight champion!
A victorious Azar Qasi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland Games 202
Date: Sep 01, 2016

#R1#
The Kid swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Korobeikin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Kid was well out of range. Poor timing from Korobeikin.
Korobeikin shoots for a takedown but The Kid saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A jab from Korobeikin finds it's way through The Kid's defenses.
Korobeikin misses with a takedown attempt - The Kid sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Korobeikin. The Kid does a little dance to reset his feet.
Korobeikin throws a lazy right hand but The Kid sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The Kid lands a body shot.
The Kid jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The Kid lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've been told by The Kid's head coaches at Rusterman's that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korobeikin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Kid moves away.
Korobeikin staying out of range there.
Korobeikin tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Korobeikin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The Kid misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Korobeikin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Korobeikin content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Korobeikin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Kid is keeping the position for now.
The Kid wants to get back to his feet but Korobeikin is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Korobeikin looking to pass the guard.
Korobeikin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Korobeikin trying to control but The Kid is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The Kid uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Korobeikin.
Korobeikin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The Kid slips a jab from Korobeikin.
It looked like The Kid was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The Kid tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Korobeikin was well out of range. Poor timing from The Kid.
Bill The Kid is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Korobeikin shoots and misses
and The Kid counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bill The Kid has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pyotr Korobeikin.
Korobeikin misses with a hook to the body
and The Kid counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Korobeikin swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting The Kid counter with a right hand.
Korobeikin missing with a left hand there. The Kid was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Korobeikin throws out a powerful jab.#TD2#
Korobeikin scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES#
The Kid throws Korobeikin to one side and escapes!#T3#
Korobeikin throws a hook to the side of The Kid's head but The Kid sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Korobeikin.
A decent looking cross lands there for The Kid.
Pyotr Korobeikin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Korobeikin loads up on a big right hand but The Kid slips the punch.
The Kid lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Korobeikin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Kid throws out the jab.
Korobeikin scores with a punch to the head.
Korobeikin works The Kid's body with a nice hook.
The Kid is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The Kid misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Korobeikin counters with a shoot takedown. The Kid fights it but they end up in guard.
The Kid knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Korobeikin on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Korobeikin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The Kid keeping moving, preventing Korobeikin from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Korobeikin thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4#
Korobeikin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed The Kid's guard.
Korobeikin trying to control from half guard but The Kid is working away. #SUB2#
Korobeikin seems to be working for a kimura but The Kid defends the submission attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Korobeikin in particular looking to stall.
Korobeikin wants to control but The Kid is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Bill The Kid will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
The Kid lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Korobeikin jabs The Kid right on the nose. The Kid blinks but takes it well.
Korobeikin moves away from the strike by The Kid.
The Kid lands a head shot.
Korobeikin throws a sloppy body shot
and The Kid counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Korobeikin lands a really nice looking cross but The Kid seems unphased.
Nice straight punches there by Korobeikin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Korobeikin.
Korobeikin slips under a jab from The Kid.
The Kid ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Korobeikin moves away.
The Kid takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The Kid is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The Kid takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The Kid feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Korobeikins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Korobeikin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The Kid misses with a hook.#T1#
Korobeikin lands with a nice body punch.
Korobeikin missing with a left hand there. The Kid was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Korobeikin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The Kid ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Korobeikin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with The Kid but The Kid pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A counter left hand to the body from The Kid misses its target.
The Kid walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Korobeikin just misses with a punch to the body.
The Kid just misses with a punch to the body.
Korobeikin throws a hook but The Kid avoids it easily.
Korobeikin misses with a body shot
enabling The Kid to counter with a crisp jab.
Korobeikin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The Kid throws a nice looking combination but Korobeikin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The Kid throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2##TD2#
Korobeikin closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. The Kid did well to prevent Korobeikin getting side control.#ES#
The Kid manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Bill The Kid is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Korobeikin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck The Kid on the side of the head.
The Kid uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A jab from Korobeikin misses.
The Kid listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The Kid looks to land a right hand but Korobeikin moved out of range.
The Kid scores with a sloppy right hand. Korobeikin should have avoided that one.
The Kid just misses with a punch to the body.
Korobeikin misses the body punch
and The Kid counters with a nice uppercut.
The Kid cracks Korobeikin with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#
Korobeikin is rocked!
The Kid drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Korobeikin's head, knocking him out cold! The Kid is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bill The Kid!
Our winner, Bill The Kid, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: gc112
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Halo misses with a takedown attempt - Stankevich sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Stankevich ducks under a wild hook from Halo.
We've been hearing reports that Halo has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Halo shoots in but no luck this time.
Stankevich stuffs the takedown attempt from Halo. Halo gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Halo feints and as Stankevich raises his hands in defense, Halo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Stankevich wants to get back to his feet but Halo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Stankevich utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Halo looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stankevich not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Halo stops Stankevich from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Halo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Stankevich looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Stankevich looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Stankevich! #REVB##T1#
Halo is trying to improve his position.
Halo looks to move to half guard but instead Stankevich has passed into mount! Damn!
Halo bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Halo working some strikes from top position.
Halo prevents Stankevich from getting back to his feet.
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Stankevich is retaining full guard.
Halo is working hard here to advance position.
Stankevich has Halo pulled in close to control his posture.
Halo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Stankevich looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2##SUB#
Halo drops back looking for a leg! Stankevich is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Stankevich manages to kick Halo off! Halo jumps back into Stankevich's guard. #SUB#
Halo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Halo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Stankevich is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Stankevich wants to get back to his feet but Halo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Stankevich is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Stankevich wants to get back to his feet.
Halo tries to roll over but Stankevich keeps him under control.#T3#
It looks like Stankevich is going to stand back up.
Halo is refusing to be controlled, as Stankevich sits in half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Stankevich tries to stand and escape but Halo is controlling the position.
Stankevich controlling the pace.
Stankevich is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Halo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stankevich pulls his head out easily.
Stankevich is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stankevich cracks Halo with an open hand slap.
Halo tries for a takedown but Stankevich sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Stankevich. No joy for Halo on that attempt.
Halo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Halo tries for a takedown but Stankevich circles away easily
and Stankevich counters with a nice uppercut.
Stankevich has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Halo is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Halo shoots in but no luck this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Halo looks for a takedown but Stankevich sprawls well.
Halo with a poor takedown
letting Stankevich counter with a right hand.
Halo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Stankevich to counter with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Igor Stankevich dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Halo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Stankevich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Halo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Stankevich circles away.
Halo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Stankevich tries to avoid it but Halo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Stankevich to the ground. Stankevich escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Halo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Stankevich swivels and escapes.#TD#
Stankevich gets caught napping as Halo dives in and scores a takedown. Stankevich manages to retain guard.
Stankevich wants to stand but Halo is controlling the position.
Stankevich is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Stankevich wants to pass the guard but Halo is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Stankevich escapes and gets back to his feet.
Stankevich avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Halo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A shot to the liver by Stankevich. Beautiful body shot.
Arthur Halo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Stankevich there.
Halo shoots in for a takedown but Stankevich shows good takedown defense.
Stankevich looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice sprawl there from Stankevich as Halo shoots in.
A countering left hand to the body from Stankevich misses.
Stankevich misses with a hook. Halo ducked under it nicely.
Halo shoots in but Stankevich avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Stankevich connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Stankevich scores with a hook to the body. Halo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Halo dives in for a single leg takedown but Stankevich sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Halo looks for a takedown but Stankevich sprawls well.
Stankevich swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stankevich misses with a few strikes there. #TD#
Halo looking to score a takedown here. Stankevich is defending well but Halo drives through and ends up in Stankevich's guard.#T2#
Halo throwing strikes from guard but Stankevich blocks nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stankevich is on top in guard. #REVB#
Halo keeping moving, preventing Stankevich from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Halo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Stankevich trying to control the position from guard on top but Halo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Stankevich engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Stankevich must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Halo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Stankevich controlling from the top position.
Stankevich trying to control the position from guard on top but Halo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stankevich has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Halo is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Stankevich trying to control but Halo is working from the bottom.
Halo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Halo lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Halo drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Stankevich manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Halo has Stankevich in his guard.#REVB#
Stankevich wants to stand and escape but instead Halo has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Igor Stankevich showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Halo.
Stankevich looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Halo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stankevich.
Igor Stankevich seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Stankevich misses with a straight left. #TD#
Halo dives in and scores a takedown into Stankevich's guard.
Stankevich lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Stankevich controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Halo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stankevich gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stankevich controls from within his opponent's guard.
Stankevich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Stankevich wanted to stand there but Halo had control of the position.
Stankevich showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Arthur Halo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Halo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Stankevich trying to control but Halo is working from the bottom.
Stankevich won't allow Halo to sweep him here.
Stankevich is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Halo keeping moving, preventing Stankevich from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Halo has his foot on Stankevich's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stankevich works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Stankevich tries to stand but Halo is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Halo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Stankevich controls from within his opponent's guard.
Igor Stankevich is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Stankevich has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Halo is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Halo dives in for a single leg takedown but Stankevich sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Halo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Stankevich is fending him off so far but Halo persists. Nope, Stankevich circles away and we're back to standing.
Stankevich looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#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.
Halo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Stankevich counters with a straight right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Stankevich lands a jab to the nose.
Halo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Stankevich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Halo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Stankevich keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Arthur Halo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stankevich lands a nice shot that snaps Halo's head back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Stankevich takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Halo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Igor Stankevich!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Igor Stankevich waved his t-shirt featuring Bushido Fightwear's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 21, 2016

#R1#
Chiharu throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Shinoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Chiharu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shinoki . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Chiharu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shinoki is one step ahead there.
Chiharu has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at LOD: Ground Zero. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Shinoki showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Shinoki looking to pass the guard.
Shinoki stopping the sweep attempt from Chiharu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chiharu looking to control.
Chiharu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Shinoki controls the pace.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shinoki tries to free his leg and advance position but Chiharu is retaining full guard. #T1#
Shinoki 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.
Chiharu is controlling Shinoki 's posture.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Chiharu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shinoki .
Chiharu doesn't manage to clinch there - Shinoki circles away. #TD#
Shinoki closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Chiharu's guard.
Shinoki is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Chiharu can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chiharu trying to keep a closed guard but Shinoki is proving a slippery customer.
Shinoki works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chiharu trying to control but Shinoki postures up. #SUB#
Shinoki is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chiharu sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Chiharu is looking to improve his position.
Chiharu keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Shinoki trying to work for an americana but Chiharu has managed to regain full guard.
Chiharu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Shinoki sitting in guard here, content to control.
Chiharu controls Shinoki momentarily but Shinoki frees himself. #T3#
Shinoki showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shinoki lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shinoki chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Shinoki drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Shinoki seems to have locked his on tight now - Chiharu screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Shinoki , as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Naya Shinoki !
Naya Shinoki managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Sun-Tzu, into his post fight interview.

Event: PFC 47 :
Date: Aug 20, 2016

#R1##CL#
Germano tries to keep at a distance but Stampfer has taken the fight into the clinch.
Stampfer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Stampfer breaks from the clinch.
Stampfer ducks under a wild hook from Germano.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Germano.
Germano takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice defenses there by Stampfer.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stampfer throws an overhand right that lands on Germano's shoulder, as Germano tries to avoid the shot.
Stampfer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Germano.
Germano throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stampfer. #CL#
Stampfer closes the distance and clinches.
Germano tries to throw a body punch but Stampfer avoids it by throwing Germano back against the cage.
Germano is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Stampfer is defending well.
Germano looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A body shot lands from Germano. #BC#
Stampfer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stampfer walks into a left hand.
Stampfer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stampfer tries to move into range but Germano moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1##TD#
Germano gets caught flat footed, as Stampfer shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Germano keeping moving, preventing Stampfer from controlling successfully.
Germano has momentary wrist control but Stampfer slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Germano has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stampfer can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Stampfer trying to control the position from guard on top but Germano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stampfer preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Germano is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Stampfer frees his head nicely. Oh but Germano has switched to an armbar! Stampfer is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Rui Rodrigo Germano!
A victorious Rui Rodrigo Germano thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland Games 200
Date: Aug 14, 2016

#R1#
Westlake throws a shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch is looking to slow Westlake down with leg kicks.
Westlake avoids the head kick by Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch lands a head kick. Westlake smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Westlake scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Rabinovitch misses with a straight left.
Westlake throws a body punch but Rabinovitch moves out of range.
Itshak Rabinovitch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Westlake scores with a sloppy right hand. Rabinovitch should have avoided that one.
A thudding body kick lands there by Rabinovitch!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rabinovitch looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Westlake looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rabinovitch moves away from the strike by Westlake.
Westlake misses with an uppercut. Rabinovitch saw that one coming.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rabinovitch.
Westlake throws a hook but Rabinovitch blocks it.
Rabinovitch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Westlake.
Rabinovitch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rabinovitch throws a front kick aimed at Westlake's knee but Westlake avoids it well. #T1#
Westlake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Westlake misses with a wild body shot.
Rabinovitch throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Westlake rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rabinovitch moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rabinovitch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Westlake. That did some damage!
A head kick misses from Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch just misses with a punch to the body.
Rabinovitch explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Rabinovitch walks into a left hand.
Rabinovitch tries a head kick but it misses.
Westlake works Rabinovitch's body with a nice hook.
Westlake moves away from the strike by Rabinovitch.
A little jabbing left from Westlake on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rabinovitch getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A big right from Rabinovitch misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A punch combination from Westlake misses.
A little feinted left hand from Rabinovitch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rabinovitch. #T2#
Rabinovitch connects with a jab.
Rabinovitch throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rabinovitch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Westlake sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Westlake releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Westlake tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rabinovitch was well out of range. Poor timing from Westlake.
Westlake misses with a hook
and Rabinovitch counters with a leg kick.
Rabinovitch with a hook.
A big right from Westlake misses.
Rabinovitch throws a hook but Westlake avoids it easily.
Rabinovitch throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Westlake's head.
Rabinovitch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Westlake circles away quickly and effectively.
Rabinovitch connects with a jab.
Westlake getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Westlake throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rabinovitch takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Westlake throws an off balance right hand
and Rabinovitch counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T3#
Westlake avoids the head kick by Rabinovitch.
A telegraphed right hand from Rabinovitch misses the target.
A left lands for Westlake.
A decent looking cross lands there for Westlake.
Rabinovitch looks to score with a jab to the body but Westlake is just out of range.
Rabinovitch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Westlake counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rabinovitch thinking.
Westlake swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Westlake throws the left hand but Rabinovitch avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Rabinovitch misses.
Rabinovitch bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rabinovitch walks into a jab.
Westlake blocks a low kick nicely.
Rabinovitch connects with a high kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rabinovitch slips under a jab from Westlake.
Rabinovitch lands with a slapping head kick.
Westlake misses with a straight left. #T4#
Westlake throws an off balance right hand
and Rabinovitch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Westlake takes a swing at Rabinovitch's ribcage but misses.
Rabinovitch connects with the punch.
A combination from Westlake does no damage.
Rabinovitch jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Rabinovitch keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Westlake.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rabinovitch. Westlake shrugs it off though.
Westlake ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rabinovitch moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Westlake. Rabinovitch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rabinovitch misses with a lunging right hand
and Westlake counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Westlake is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rabinovitch had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Westlake misses with a two punch combination.
Rabinovitch moves away from the strike by Westlake.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rabinovitch throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Westlake connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rabinovitch momentarily.
Westlake throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Rabinovitch misses the target.
Westlake swings for the body but Rabinovitch moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Itshak Rabinovitch will probably get the nod.
That's time! Rabinovitch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Rabinovitch throws a nice outside leg kick.
Westlake throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Westlake misses.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rabinovitch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itshak Rabinovitch is winning the standup battle so far.
Rabinovitch throws a head kick that misses
and Westlake counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Westlake misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Westlake throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rabinovitch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Westlake.
A swing and a miss from Rabinovitch.
Westlake throws out a counter right but Rabinovitch avoids it with no problem.
Rabinovitch thumps Westlake with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Rabinovitch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Westlake missing with a left hand there. Rabinovitch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Westlake throws a lazy uppercut
and Rabinovitch counters with a body kick.
Westlake misses with a hook.
Westlake looks to score with a jab to the body but Rabinovitch is just out of range.
Rabinovitch appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
Rabinovitch throws a head kick but Westlake moves out of range.
Rabinovitch throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rabinovitch defending well as Westlake loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Rabinovitch misses the target.
Rabinovitch misses with a lunging right hand
and Westlake counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Rabinovitch chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Rabinovitch is looking to slow Westlake down with leg kicks.
Westlake keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Westlake! But no joy.
Rabinovitch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rabinovitch misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Westlake looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A head kick misses from Rabinovitch.
Westlake takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Westlake has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rabinovitch scores with a leg kick.
Rabinovitch misses with a kick to the body
and Westlake counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rabinovitch takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Westlake throws a jab when Rabinovitch was well out of range.
Westlake misses with a looping right.
Rabinovitch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Westlake sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rabinovitch looks to land a body kick but Westlake moved away.
Westlake gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rabinovitch.
Westlake throws a body punch but Rabinovitch moves out of range.
Westlake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rabinovitch throws a quick counter kick to the body but Westlake avoids it.
Rabinovitch connects with an inside leg kick.
Westlake on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rabinovitch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Westlake throws a jab when Rabinovitch was well out of range.
Rabinovitch throws the left hand but Westlake avoids the punch easily.
Rabinovitch lands the left hand.
Rabinovitch takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rabinovitch moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3#
Rabinovitch misses with a hook.
A right-left combo lands from Westlake.
Rabinovitch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rabinovitch misses with a looping left.
Westlake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rabinovitch takes one on the button.
Westlake throws a right hand that Rabinovitch ducks under and follows up with a left that Rabinovitch also avoids with ease.
Rabinovitch throws a wild body kick that Westlake sees coming a mile off.
Westlake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Westlake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Rabinovitch misses the target.
Westlake swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Westlake's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rabinovitch throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Westlake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Westlake moves into range and connects with a jab.
Westlake throws a poor cross that misses
and Rabinovitch makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Westlake really felt that one!#T4#
Westlake misses the shot to the body.
Westlake throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Rabinovitch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rabinovitch moves out of range of the strikes.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Westlake checks a leg kick.
Rabinovitch loads up on a big right hand but Westlake slips the punch.
Westlake misses with a body shot.
Rabinovitch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rabinovitch throws a half hearted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Westlake! But no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Westlake. Rabinovitch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rabinovitch tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Westlake let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Westlake moves away from the strike by Rabinovitch.
Westlake throws a lazy right hand but Rabinovitch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rabinovitch cracks the inside of Westlake's front leg.
Rabinovitch 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.
Westlake throws a big shot that misses.
Westlake stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Cyril Westlake will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Rabinovitch misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rabinovitch missing with a left hand there. Westlake was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rabinovitch clobbers Westlake with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice defenses there by Westlake.
Rabinovitch throws a head kick but Westlake moves out of range.
Rabinovitch looks to land a body kick but Westlake moved away.
Westlake now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rabinovitch misses the jab.
Westlake's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rabinovitch under the eye.
Westlake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Westlake takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rabinovitch connects with a looping right hand.
Rabinovitch throws the left hand but Westlake avoids the punch easily.
Westlake throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rabinovitch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rabinovitch throws a quick counter kick to the body but Westlake avoids it.
Rabinovitch staying out of range there.
Westlake lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Rabinovitch swings widly with a right hand
and Westlake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Westlake pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Westlake avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Westlake blocks a head kick by Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch looks to throw the jab but Westlake is out of range.
Westlake doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rabinovitch jabs at Westlake's body.
Rabinovitch throws a sloppy head kick and Westlake moves out of range easily.
Rabinovitch cracks the inside of Westlake's front leg.
Rabinovitch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A big right from Westlake misses.
Rabinovitch scoring well with a low kick there.
Westlake cracks Rabinovitch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rabinovitch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Westlake comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rabinovitch throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Westlake throws a jab when Rabinovitch was well out of range.
Westlake misses the shot to the body.
Westlake moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rabinovitch lands a lovely overhand right.
Rabinovitch missing with a left hand there. Westlake was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Westlake moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Westlake! But no joy.
Rabinovitch takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rabinovitch plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Rabinovitch lands with an uppercut that bounces Westlake off the cage and back into range.
Rabinovitch slips a straight right by Westlake.
Rabinovitch throws a hook but Westlake blocks it.
Westlake slips a jab and a cross from Rabinovitch.
Rabinovitch scores with a head kick. Westlake tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Rabinovitch throws a jab but it's blocked by Westlake. #T3#
Rabinovitch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Rabinovitch there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rabinovitch moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Westlake has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rabinovitch finds it's way round the side to connect with Westlake's head.
Rabinovitch blocks a jab.
Rabinovitch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Westlake looks to land a left hand but Rabinovitch moved out of range nicely.
Rabinovitch scoring well with a low kick there.
Westlake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rabinovitch thinks about countering with a head kick.
Rabinovitch throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Westlake counters with a stiff right hand.
Rabinovitch throws a right and a left that Westlake avoids nicely.
Rabinovitch moves out of range of the strikes.
Rabinovitch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Westlake.
Rabinovitch throws a lazy right hand but Westlake sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rabinovitch pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
A lazy left from Westlake finds it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rabinovitch goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Rabinovitch throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Westlake just misses with a punch to the body.
Rabinovitch feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Westlake's calf.
Westlake sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Westlake swinging wildly here.
Rabinovitch misses with a right hand
and Westlake counters with a three punch combo that has Rabinovitch backing up. Rabinovitch nods at Westlake to acknowledge the strikes.
Westlake misses with a left hand
and Rabinovitch counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice defenses there by Westlake.
Westlake looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Rabinovitch.
Westlake avoids the head kick by Rabinovitch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Westlake takes a head kick and keeps coming.

And that's the end of the fight!
Itshak Rabinovitch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rabinovitch 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Itshak Rabinovitch!

Event: MFN 337: Karhu vs. Chekhov II
Date: Aug 10, 2016

#R1#
Panteleev misses with a body shot
and Von Sprockets counters with an inside leg kick.
Von Sprockets works Panteleev's body with a nice hook.
Von Sprockets lands a high kick!
Panteleev chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Von Sprockets can pounce on him.
Panteleev throws a sloppy body shot
and Von Sprockets counters with a head kick.
Panteleev misses with a body shot.
Von Sprockets throws a sloppy head kick and Panteleev moves out of range easily.
Panteleev misses with a body shot.
A low kick from Panteleev is predictable there
and Von Sprockets counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Panteleev looks winded!
Von Sprockets checks a leg kick nicely.
Panteleev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Von Sprockets.
Von Sprockets cracks the inside of Panteleev's front leg.
Panteleev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Panteleev misses with a lunging right hand
and Von Sprockets counters with a good low kick that Panteleev was not able to check. #T1#
Panteleev misses with a looping left.#TD#
Von Sprockets feints and as Panteleev raises his hands in defense, Von Sprockets changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Panteleev has momentary wrist control but Von Sprockets slips an elbow through the middle.
Von Sprockets controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Von Sprockets has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Von Sprockets throws a big right hand that misses.
Von Sprockets wants to control from the top but Panteleev keeps moving.
Von Sprockets throws a big elbow that misses.
Von Sprockets distracts Panteleev with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Panteleev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Panteleev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Von Sprockets controls the pace.
Panteleev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Von Sprockets postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Von Sprockets landing some decent shots from guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Von Sprockets working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Panteleev's head.
Panteleev keeping moving, preventing Von Sprockets from controlling successfully.
Von Sprockets stays in close to Panteleev's body and controls the position.
Panteleev bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Von Sprockets's guard. #REVB#
Panteleev trying to control but Von Sprockets is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Von Sprockets has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Panteleev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Von Sprockets has his foot on Panteleev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Panteleev works his way back into a safe position though.
Panteleev trying to control but Von Sprockets is working from the bottom. #T3#
Von Sprockets looking for a sweep. Not yet Von Sprockets, not yet.
Von Sprockets seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Panteleev wants to get up but he can't break Von Sprockets's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Panteleev trying to control the position from guard on top but Von Sprockets is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Von Sprockets pulls Panteleev in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Panteleev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Von Sprockets has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Panteleev has managed to get both his arms back between Von Sprockets's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Von Sprockets is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Panteleev defends well.#SUB#
Von Sprockets is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Panteleev is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Von Sprockets not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Von Sprockets being controlled here, momentarily.
Panteleev tries to free his leg and advance position but Von Sprockets is retaining full guard.
Panteleev won't allow Von Sprockets to sweep him here. #SUB#
Von Sprockets is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Panteleev tries to stand but Von Sprockets is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Von Sprockets has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Panteleev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Von Sprockets looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dieter Von Sprockets dominated that round.
That's time! Von Sprockets's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Panteleev swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Von Sprockets counters with a single leg into guard. Panteleev didn't expect that.
Von Sprockets working some strikes from top position.
Von Sprockets postures up.
Von Sprockets looking to pass the guard.
Panteleev is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Von Sprockets postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Panteleev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Von Sprockets drops back looking for a leg! Panteleev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Panteleev manages to kick Von Sprockets off! Von Sprockets jumps back into Panteleev's guard.
Panteleev keeping moving, preventing Von Sprockets from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Sprockets tries to free his leg and advance position but Panteleev is retaining full guard.
Panteleev is breathing heavily.#T1#
Von Sprockets is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panteleev can do to turn this around?
Panteleev wants to get back to his feet but Von Sprockets is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Von Sprockets trying to control but Panteleev is working from the bottom.
Von Sprockets in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Von Sprockets is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Von Sprockets trying to control but Panteleev is working from the bottom.
Von Sprockets keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Panteleev's head.
Von Sprockets postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Von Sprockets stands and throws Panteleev's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Von Sprockets trying to control the position but Panteleev is working away. #SUB#
Von Sprockets is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Panteleev knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Von Sprockets wants to lay and pray for a moment but Panteleev keeps working.
Panteleev can't do much from the bottom here.
The strikes coming from Von Sprockets are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Von Sprockets cracks Panteleev with a big right hand but Panteleev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Von Sprockets lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Panteleev down.
Von Sprockets tries to move into full mount but can't pass Panteleev's legs.
Panteleev has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Von Sprockets is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Panteleev's shoulder. That is not cool.
Panteleev parries the strikes from Von Sprockets easily there. Von Sprockets is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Panteleev to escape.
Panteleev takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Panteleev pushes Von Sprockets away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Von Sprockets gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3#
Von Sprockets creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Panteleev takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Panteleev avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Von Sprockets.
Von Sprockets lands a few punches from side control.
Panteleev struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Von Sprockets is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Panteleev knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Panteleev is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Von Sprockets is trying to get an arm triangle but Panteleev is defending well.
Panteleev sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Panteleev is looking to improve his position.
Von Sprockets wants to pass the guard but Panteleev is defending well. #SUB#
Von Sprockets is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Von Sprockets wants to work for an arm triangle but Panteleev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Von Sprockets prevents Panteleev from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Von Sprockets lands a nice short elbow.
Von Sprockets seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dieter Von Sprockets dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Von Sprockets throws a quick inside leg kick.
Panteleev stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Von Sprockets.
Dieter Von Sprockets is winning the standup battle so far.
Panteleev tries to land a front kick but Von Sprockets steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Panteleev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Von Sprockets rather than just go for the knockout.
Von Sprockets feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Panteleev's calf.
Panteleev swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Von Sprockets counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Von Sprockets.
Von Sprockets tries to work over Panteleev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Panteleev's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Knees in the clinch landing for Von Sprockets.
Von Sprockets lands a nice shot to the body.
Von Sprockets unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Von Sprockets doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Panteleev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Sprockets scores with a shot to the side of Panteleev's head.
Von Sprockets throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice elbow from Von Sprockets. #ROC#
Panteleev is rocked!
Von Sprockets slowing the pace effectively.
Panteleev is still on wobbly legs! Can Von Sprockets finish him?#TD#
Von Sprockets has picked Panteleev up - he's going for a ride! Von Sprockets dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Von Sprockets scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Von Sprockets lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Panteleev quite badly. Panteleev pulls Von Sprockets in close trying to recover. Von Sprockets postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Panteleev on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Panteleev doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dieter Von Sprockets!
Dieter Von Sprockets seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: PFC 46
Date: Aug 10, 2016

#R1#
Ekaku Jr throws a jab when Sheppards was well out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Sheppards has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ekaku Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sheppards on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ekaku Jr slips a straight right by Sheppards.
Ekaku Jr looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Ekaku Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
Ekaku Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Ekaku Jr manages to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Ekaku Jr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#TD2#
Ekaku Jr shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ekaku Jr was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Sheppards tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ekaku Jr wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
An elbow from Ekaku Jr crashes against the mat.
Sheppards struggling a bit here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T1#
Ekaku Jr tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Sheppards avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr wants to control but Sheppards is keeping him busy.
Ekaku Jr working the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ekaku Jr trying to control the position but Sheppards is working away.
Sheppards is trying to control Ekaku Jr's posture but Ekaku Jr avoids it.
Ekaku Jr taking a breather here.
Sheppards holds on to Ekaku Jr's head and controls the position momentarily.
Sheppards is not content to let Ekaku Jr control the position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ekaku Jr fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Sheppards tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ekaku Jr content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Sheppards manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ekaku Jr is taking a breather. Sheppards says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Sheppards is looking to control Ekaku Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sheppards avoid being mounted?
Ekaku Jr slips a nice elbow through Sheppards's hands, connecting with Sheppards's forehead.
Sheppards trying to control here. #T3#
Ekaku Jr stalling.
Ekaku Jr is looking to advance position but Sheppards won't allow it.
Ekaku Jr perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ekaku Jr is pressing down on Sheppards's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sheppards is holding on for now.
Sheppards works his way to full guard. Good work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sheppards holds on and takes a little breather.
Ekaku Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ekaku Jr is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ekaku Jr trying to control but Sheppards is working from the bottom.
Ekaku Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ekaku Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Sheppards.
Ekaku Jr throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ekaku Jr throws a one two combo.
No joy there for Ekaku Jr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Sheppards wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sheppards throws an overhand right that lands on Ekaku Jr's shoulder, as Ekaku Jr tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
Ekaku Jr scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sheppards tries to improve position but can't.
Ekaku Jr in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sheppards tries to buck Ekaku Jr off but Ekaku Jr is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hakuin Ekaku Jr dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Ekaku Jr pushes Sheppards up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Ekaku Jr.
A body shot lands from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Ekaku Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ekaku Jr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2#
Ekaku Jr gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A hook to the body from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands a body shot.
Ekaku Jr gets through Sheppards's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Ekaku Jr.
Sheppards's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ekaku Jr lands an uppercut.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ekaku Jr.
Sheppards wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ekaku Jr.
Sheppards takes a shot to the head.
Ekaku Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sheppardss head. #T1#
Come on Ekaku Jr - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Ekaku Jr.
A short right from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr controlling the action here for a moment.
Ekaku Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sheppards letting Ekaku Jr take a breather here.
Sheppards is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ekaku Jr to keep the fight standing.
Ekaku Jr digs a right hand into Sheppards's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Sheppards's gas tank.
Ekaku Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ekaku Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Sheppards backwards.
Ekaku Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Ekaku Jr.
Still in the clinch, Ekaku Jr scores with a nice short uppercut.#T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Ekaku Jr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekaku Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Ekaku Jr is working Sheppards over against the cage.
Ekaku Jr misses with a body punch.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Hakuin Ekaku Jr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ekaku Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Ekaku Jr displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sheppards up against the cage.
Ekaku Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sheppards is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ekaku Jr is keeping busy.
Ekaku Jr effectively controlling the action here.
Ekaku Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sheppards is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Sheppards's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands a body punch.
Ekaku Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Sheppards controls the action.
Sheppards is trying to maintain a safe position but Ekaku Jr gets an underhook and turns Sheppards into the cage.
Sheppards takes a shot to the head.
Ekaku Jr lands a shot to the body.
Sheppards's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sheppards prevents a body shot from Ekaku Jr.
A right hook to the body lands for Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Ekaku Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ekaku Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Ekaku Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC2#
Sheppards is rocked!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Oh Sheppards is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A right hook to the body lands for Ekaku Jr.
Ekaku Jr has Sheppards pushed against the cage.
Sheppards seems to have got his legs back now.
Ekaku Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ekaku Jr works on Sheppards's body with a couple of short punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ekaku Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ekaku Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ekaku Jr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sheppards backwards.
Ekaku Jr creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Sheppards with a big uppercut! Sheppards tries to clinch up but Ekaku Jr pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Sheppards to the mat! Sheppards covers up and Ekaku Jr unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Hakuin Ekaku Jr!
Post fight, Hakuin Ekaku Jr stared into the camera and said 'Thank you to my inspiration, my father, THE GREATEST EVER Hakuin "Zen" Ekaku.'.

Event: Highland Games 197
Date: Aug 04, 2016

#R1#
Hurmaaja darts in looking for a takedown but Korobeikin gets double underhooks and turns Hurmaaja into the cage.
Korobeikin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hurmaaja momentarily.
Decent striking displayed by Korobeikin there.
Korobeikin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Korobeikin moves out of range of the strikes.
Korobeikin throws a shot from downtown. Hurmaaja moves away and avoids it.
Korobeikin scores with a nice head shot.
Hurmaaja shoots in looking for a takedown. Korobeikin tries to sprawl out of it but Hurmaaja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Korobeikin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Korobeikin changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Korobeikin's corner calls for a 1-2. Korobeikin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Korobeikin works Hurmaaja's body with a nice hook.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hurmaaja or perhaps it was just good defense by Korobeikin, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Massa Hurmaaja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hurmaaja shoots in but Korobeikin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hurmaaja throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Korobeikin cracks Hurmaaja with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Korobeikin throws a jab but it's blocked by Hurmaaja. #T1#
Korobeikin throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Korobeikin gets a takedown into half guard.
Hurmaaja wants to improve his position but Korobeikin is controlling well.
Korobeikin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hurmaaja is looking for a sweep. Korobeikin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hurmaaja is staying active underneath Korobeikin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Korobeikin is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Korobeikin is looking for a kimura here. #T2##SUB2#
Korobeikin is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hurmaaja wants to control but Korobeikin is keeping busy.
Hurmaaja preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Korobeikin is looking to take a break and control but Hurmaaja is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Korobeikin is looking for a kimura but Hurmaaja is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Korobeikin to get the leverage.
Korobeikin trying to mount his opponent but Hurmaaja defends it. #SUB#
Hurmaaja looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hurmaaja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hurmaaja is trying to get back to full guard.
Korobeikin working the head and body with strikes.
Hurmaaja is staying active underneath Korobeikin, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hurmaaja trying to control but Korobeikin postures up.
Korobeikin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hurmaaja is trying to get back to full guard.
Hurmaaja wants to get back to full guard but Korobeikin has mounted him!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Korobeikin lands a big shot there that rocks Hurmaaja but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #SUB2#
Korobeikin working for a guillotine from mount but Hurmaaja is in no mood to give up.
Hurmaaja wants to hold on but Korobeikin pushes him away.
Hurmaaja tries to reverse the position but Korobeikin maintains control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hurmaaja tries to improve his position but instead Korobeikin has taken his back!
Hurmaaja looking very determined here, making life difficult for Korobeikin.
Hurmaaja manages to reverse the position and now he's in Korobeikin's guard. Nice work there by Hurmaaja.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pyotr Korobeikin dominated that round.
That's time! Hurmaaja's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Hurmaaja will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hurmaaja on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hurmaaja misses with a takedown attempt - Korobeikin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hurmaaja shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Korobeikin sprawls well. Korobeikin wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hurmaaja gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Massa Hurmaaja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hurmaaja moves out of range of the strikes.
Korobeikin lands a jab to Hurmaaja's midsection.
Korobeikin digs a good body shot into Hurmaaja's ribs.
Hurmaaja fails with the takedown.
Hurmaaja shoots in for a double leg but Korobeikin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Korobeikin as Hurmaaja shoots in.
Hurmaaja ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Korobeikin misses with a hook.
Hurmaaja dives in and grabs Korobeikin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Korobeikin pushes down on Hurmaaja's head and hops out.
Hurmaaja shoots in looking for a takedown but Korobeikin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hurmaaja's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hurmaaja tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Korobeikin defends well and Hurmaaja ends up having to push Korobeikin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Korobeikin closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hurmaaja to the mat! Hurmaaja manages to get full guard. #T1#
Korobeikin trying to control the position from guard on top but Hurmaaja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Korobeikin is looking to pass into half guard but Hurmaaja pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hurmaaja is in guard.#REVR#
Hurmaaja looking to sit in guard and control but Korobeikin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB2#
Korobeikin thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Hurmaaja has his foot on Korobeikin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Korobeikin works his way back into a safe position though.
Hurmaaja seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Korobeikin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hurmaaja looking to hit a scissor sweep but Korobeikin is one step ahead there. #T2#
Korobeikin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pyotr Korobeikin has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Hurmaaja is looking for a triangle but Korobeikin pushes his legs off easily.
Hurmaaja keeping moving, preventing Korobeikin from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hurmaaja looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hurmaaja wants to sweep here but Korobeikin controlling him for the moment.
Korobeikin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Korobeikin advances position into side control!#T3#
Korobeikin staying calm.
Hurmaaja looks to move to half guard but instead Korobeikin has passed into mount! Damn!
Korobeikin fails to advance to Hurmaaja's back.
Hurmaaja keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hurmaaja wants to hold on but Korobeikin pushes him away.
Hurmaaja keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Korobeikin with shots to the head and body - Hurmaaja looks very uncomfortable down there.
Hurmaaja is desperately trying to improve his position but Korobeikin has a good base and remains in mount.
Korobeikin lands a nice shot to the head.
Korobeikin trying to control but Hurmaaja is having none of it.
Hurmaaja tries to reverse the position but Korobeikin maintains control.
Korobeikin avoids the attempt from Hurmaaja to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Korobeikin content just to control the position here.
Hurmaaja bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pyotr Korobeikin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Hurmaaja's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hurmaaja shoots in looking for a takedown. Korobeikin tries to sprawl out of it but Hurmaaja keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Korobeikin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Korobeikin throws a jab but it's blocked by Hurmaaja.
Hurmaaja shoots in looking for a takedown but Korobeikin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hurmaaja's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Korobeikin drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hurmaaja defends it well.
Korobeikin scores with a sloppy right hand. Hurmaaja should have avoided that one.
Hurmaaja tries to score a power double leg takedown but Korobeikin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hurmaaja somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Massa Hurmaaja. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Korobeikin just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Hurmaaja throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hurmaaja slips a jab from Korobeikin.
Hurmaaja half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Korobeikin looks to land a right hand but Hurmaaja moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hurmaaja takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Massa Hurmaaja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hurmaaja pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Korobeikin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hurmaaja shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Korobeikin as he avoids it easily.
Korobeikin cracks Hurmaaja with a good jab.
Hurmaaja closes the distance and clinches up with Korobeikin, looking for a takedown. Hurmaaja pushes Korobeikin against the cage but Korobeikin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Korobeikin lunges at Hurmaaja with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hurmaaja's hand. #T1#
Korobeikin throws a shot to the body.
Hurmaaja closes the distance and clinches up with Korobeikin, looking for a takedown. Hurmaaja pushes Korobeikin against the cage but Korobeikin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And Korobeikin tries to counter it with a takedown but Hurmaaja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hurmaaja walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hurmaaja misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Korobeikin connects with a crisp jab.
Korobeikin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Korobeikin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hurmaaja tries to counter with a takedown but Korobeikin is quick to defend against it.
Hurmaaja's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Korobeikin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hurmaaja scrambles back to his feet.
Hurmaaja fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hurmaaja staying out of range there.
Hurmaaja tries to score a power double leg takedown but Korobeikin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hurmaaja somewhat.
Korobeikin slaps away a takedown attempt from Hurmaaja, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Good shot there by Korobeikin.#T2#
Hurmaaja closes the distance and clinches up with Korobeikin, looking for a takedown. Hurmaaja pushes Korobeikin against the cage but Korobeikin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Korobeikin scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Korobeikin scoring with punches and elbows.
Hurmaaja is trying to escape the position but Korobeikin is controlling the position.
Hurmaaja regains half guard.
Hurmaaja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Korobeikin is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hurmaaja trying to hold on to Korobeikin's head to control him but Korobeikin postures up. #T3##SUB#
Hurmaaja is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Korobeikin pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Korobeikin is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hurmaaja defends it well.
Hurmaaja trying to control from the bottom.
Korobeikin is taking a breather. Hurmaaja says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Hurmaaja is looking to control Korobeikin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hurmaaja avoid being mounted?
Korobeikin is trying to control the action in half guard but Hurmaaja is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Korobeikin prevents Hurmaaja from improving his position.
Korobeikin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #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.
Korobeikin looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hurmaaja with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hurmaaja is staying active underneath Korobeikin, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Korobeikin is working for a submission of some sort.
Hurmaaja tries to roll over but Korobeikin keeps him under control.
Massa Hurmaaja has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hurmaaja has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Korobeikin is working away from the top position though.
Korobeikin is taking a breather. Hurmaaja says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Pyotr Korobeikin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Let's hope that Korobeikin has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pyotr Korobeikin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Korobeikin 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pyotr Korobeikin!
Pyotr Korobeikin gave a mention to Pitt Nutrition 160Q! 90% Laundry!!! in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

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