Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: RSE 73:
Date: May 01, 2024

#R1#
Yaga connects with the punch.#CUT2#It looks like WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds has been cut.#TD#
TheNoseBleeds drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
TheNoseBleeds in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
TheNoseBleeds trying to control but Yaga is working from the bottom.
Yaga wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
TheNoseBleeds wants to control from the top but Yaga keeps moving.
TheNoseBleeds scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNoseBleeds is in close to Yaga's body, working some short punches and elbows.
TheNoseBleeds is stalling in the full guard.
Yaga keeping moving, preventing TheNoseBleeds from controlling successfully. #T1#
TheNoseBleeds stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yaga swivels though and keeps the full guard.
TheNoseBleeds postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds working some strikes from top position.
TheNoseBleeds throwing strikes from guard but Yaga blocks nicely.
TheNoseBleeds throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yaga works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Yaga utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
TheNoseBleeds scoring with punches to the head and body.
TheNoseBleeds throws a big elbow that misses.
Yaga is pulling down on TheNoseBleeds's head. It's preventing any offense from TheNoseBleeds, at least for the moment.
TheNoseBleeds chips away with some ground and pound.
Yaga avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yaga is keeping the position for now.
Yaga is trying to control the position but TheNoseBleeds postures up. #T3#
TheNoseBleeds trying to control but Yaga is working from the bottom.
TheNoseBleeds engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Yaga looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Yaga but Yaga pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
TheNoseBleeds scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
TheNoseBleeds missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Yaga is controlling TheNoseBleeds's position as best he can from this difficult position.
TheNoseBleeds missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
TheNoseBleeds looks to land a strike but Yaga avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T4#
TheNoseBleeds trying to control the position from guard on top but Yaga is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
TheNoseBleeds throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
TheNoseBleeds lands a couple of elbows.
Yaga keeping moving, preventing TheNoseBleeds from controlling successfully.
Yaga preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Yaga is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
TheNoseBleeds won't allow Yaga to get back to his feet.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
TheNoseBleeds is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds dominated that round.
The cut man is working on WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Yaga gets caught flat footed, as TheNoseBleeds shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
TheNoseBleeds 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.
TheNoseBleeds postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
TheNoseBleeds trying to control the position from guard on top but Yaga is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
TheNoseBleeds in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
TheNoseBleeds throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yaga works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
TheNoseBleeds might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
TheNoseBleeds throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yaga works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNoseBleeds missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
TheNoseBleeds drops back, looking for a kneebar! Yaga looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Yaga looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Yaga! #REVB#
TheNoseBleeds is not content to let Yaga control the position. #T1#
TheNoseBleeds manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
TheNoseBleeds actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions off his back.
TheNoseBleeds is refusing to be controlled, as Yaga sits in half guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds actively working from the bottom here.
Yaga throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
TheNoseBleeds is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yaga can do to turn this around?#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions off his back.
TheNoseBleeds is staying active underneath Yaga, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions off his back.
Yaga is looking to take a break and control but TheNoseBleeds is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds actively working from the bottom here.
TheNoseBleeds is staying active underneath Yaga, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
TheNoseBleeds is trying to get back to full guard.
WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Yaga content to control rather than advance.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
TheNoseBleeds shoots for a double leg takedown but Yaga sprawls well. He's pushed TheNoseBleeds's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Yaga wants to counter with a clinch but TheNoseBleeds pushes him away.
TheNoseBleeds looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baba Yaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Yaga gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows TheNoseBleeds to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Yaga tries to land a sweep but no joy.
TheNoseBleeds landing with the ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yaga utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as TheNoseBleeds accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Yaga working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from TheNoseBleeds. #T1#
TheNoseBleeds postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yaga works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Yaga really doesn't want to stay on the ground with TheNoseBleeds. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
TheNoseBleeds looking to pass the guard.
TheNoseBleeds content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
TheNoseBleeds throwing strikes but missing.
Yaga lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
TheNoseBleeds has an active guard here but Yaga has managed to pass into half guard. #T2##SUB#
TheNoseBleeds actively working from the bottom here.
Yaga is trying to control the action in half guard but TheNoseBleeds is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Yaga throws a strike but TheNoseBleeds avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Baba Yaga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yaga has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of TheNoseBleeds is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
TheNoseBleeds had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yaga defends it easily.#SUB#
Yaga has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing TheNoseBleeds to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Yaga is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - TheNoseBleeds pulls down on the head and he's put Yaga to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds!
An out of breath WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TOF 105
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
Jovanovic dodges the punch combination from Munday.
Jovanovic leaves Munday with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jovanovic attempts a counter takedown but Munday avoids it well and moves away.
Jovanovic misses with a head kick. #CL#
Jovanovic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Munday wants a takedown.
Munday can't get the takedown.
Gavrilo Jovanovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mickey Munday.
Munday prevents a body shot from Jovanovic.
Jovanovic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Munday backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Jovanovic fails to land.
Jovanovic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Munday.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Munday has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jovanovic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Munday is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Munday is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jovanovic gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Munday drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jovanovic gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T1#
Jovanovic digs a right hand underneath Munday's ribcage. Munday let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Munday looks winded!
Jovanovic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jovanovic lands a nice uppercut.
Jovanovic pushes Munday back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jovanovic lands a hook that snaps the head of Munday backwards.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Munday 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.
Jovanovic pushes Munday back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jovanovic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nice body punch from Jovanovic.
Jovanovic lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jovanovic.
Jovanovic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Munday or not.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jovanovic lands with a short shot to the head. #ROC#Munday is rocked!
Jovanovic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Munday is still on wobbly legs! Can Jovanovic finish him?
Jovanovic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Munday backwards.
Jovanovic lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Jovanovic manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Jovanovic is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Munday's half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Munday looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jovanovic is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jovanovic's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nice strikes from Jovanovic there.
Munday seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
Jovanovic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Munday sees it coming and defends easily.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jovanovic connects with a nice short shot to Munday's temple.
Munday pushes Jovanovic off looking to stand but Jovanovic dives back in and keeps control. #T3#
Nice strikes from Jovanovic there.
Jovanovic is trying to control. Munday wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've been hearing that Jovanovic has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Jovanovic 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.
Ground and pound from Jovanovic.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jovanovic lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Jovanovic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Munday has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Jovanovic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Munday is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jovanovic pulls his head out easily.
Munday wants to get back to full guard but Jovanovic has mounted him!#T4#
Jovanovic lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Jovanovic trying to control but Munday is having none of it.
Jovanovic looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jovanovic is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Munday can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Jovanovic loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Munday scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Jovanovic land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Jovanovic stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gavrilo Jovanovic!
After winning the bout, Gavrilo Jovanovic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: RSE 70:
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Aprile looks to land a combination. Van Kerckhoven sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Van Kerckhoven scores with a jab to the jaw.
Aprile throws a lazy uppercut
and Aprile takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Aprile moves out of range as Van Kerckhoven strikes.
Aprile misses with the combination.
Van Kerckhoven looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aprile swings for the body but Van Kerckhoven moves out of range.
Van Kerckhoven dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Aprile. That did some damage!
Aprile throws a hook but Van Kerckhoven avoids it easily.
Van Kerckhoven swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A telegraphed right hand from Aprile misses the target.
Van Kerckhoven doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Van Kerckhoven slips under a jab from Aprile.
Van Kerckhoven avoids a punch combination nicely.
Van Kerckhoven swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Aprile connects with a looping right hand.
Van Kerckhoven scores with a leg kick.
Aprile smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Aprile looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aprile staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Aprile misses its intended target.
Aprile misses with a straight right.
Van Kerckhoven feints a counter leg kick.
Good shot there by Aprile.
Aprile fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And Van Kerckhoven responds with a good body kick, but Aprile manages to step out the way in time.#T2#
Aprile slips a jab and a cross from Van Kerckhoven.
Aprile throws a hook to the side of Van Kerckhoven's head but Van Kerckhoven sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Kerckhoven throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Van Kerckhoven slips under a jab from Aprile.
Aprile is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Aprile connects with a right hand. Van Kerckhoven shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aprile misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Kerckhoven.
Van Kerckhoven throws out a counter right but Aprile avoids it with no problem.
Aprile misses with a series of wild punches.
Van Kerckhoven steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Aprile connects with a jab.#T3#
Aprile throws out a loose jab but Van Kerckhoven uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aprile throws a right and a left that Van Kerckhoven avoids nicely.
Aprile uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Kerckhoven.
Van Kerckhoven slips a straight right by Aprile.
Van Kerckhoven throws out a counter right but Aprile avoids it with no problem.
Aprile swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Van Kerckhoven dodges the punch combination from Aprile.
Van Kerckhoven displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#It looks like Richie Aprile has been cut.
Aprile throws a lazy uppercut
letting Van Kerckhoven counter with a right hand. #T4#
Aprile misses with a wild combination.
Aprile throws a body punch but Van Kerckhoven moves out of range.
Aprile throws a right and a left that Van Kerckhoven avoids nicely.
Van Kerckhoven jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Van Kerckhoven steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aprile.
Aprile throws a good cross that connects.
Aprile misses with an uppercut.
Good shot there by Van Kerckhoven.
Aprile throws the left hand but Van Kerckhoven avoids the punch easily.
Van Kerckhoven swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#KD2#
Van Kerckhoven feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Aprile sprawling to the canvas! Aprile rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Van Kerckhoven finish him?!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Richie Aprile will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Richie Aprile's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Aprile scores with a crisp jab that stopped Van Kerckhoven in his tracks.
Aprile swings for the body but Van Kerckhoven moves out of range.
Aprile throws a hook but Van Kerckhoven blocks it.#KD2#
Van Kerckhoven lands a big right hand that sends Aprile crashing to the mat! Van Kerckhoven stays standing though and waves Aprile back to his feet!
Aprile lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Aprile.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aprile swings for the body but Van Kerckhoven moves out of range.
Van Kerckhoven follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Van Kerckhoven gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Aprile.
Aprile tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Kerckhoven was well out of range. Poor timing from Aprile.
Aprile looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#KD2#
Van Kerckhoven sends Aprile crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Van Kerckhoven is motioning to the referee to let Aprile up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Aprile lands a really nice looking cross but Van Kerckhoven seems unphased. #T1#
Aprile looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Kerckhoven is just out of range.
Van Kerckhoven follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Van Kerckhoven ducks under a wild hook from Aprile.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aprile. Van Kerckhoven does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aprile throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Van Kerckhoven finds it's way through Aprile's defenses.
Aprile lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Van Kerckhoven looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Van Kerckhoven takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Aprile looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Kerckhoven is just out of range.#T2#
Aprile scores with a nice head shot.
Richie Aprile is winning the standup battle so far.
Aprile misses with a straight right.
Richie Aprile seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Kerckhoven keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aprile loads up on a big right hand but Van Kerckhoven slips the punch.
Van Kerckhoven lands a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aprile connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Van Kerckhoven momentarily.
Aprile misses with a hook.
Van Kerckhoven has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Van Kerckhoven moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Aprile misses the target.
Aprile throws a hook but Van Kerckhoven blocks it.#T3#
Aprile tests Van Kerckhoven's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aprile moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Aprile lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Aprile is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Aprile throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Van Kerckhoven! But no joy.
Aprile throws a jab when Van Kerckhoven was well out of range.
Aprile throws a hook to the side of Van Kerckhoven's head but Van Kerckhoven sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Van Kerckhoven throws out a counter right but Aprile avoids it with no problem.
Van Kerckhoven slips a jab and a cross from Aprile.
Van Kerckhoven appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Van Kerckhoven throws a shot from downtown. Aprile moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Aprile connects with a body shot that sends Van Kerckhoven's belly button to the back.
Aprile lands with a good body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Kerckhoven scores with a spinning back kick!
Van Kerckhoven takes one to the chin there.
Van Kerckhoven takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Aprile throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Van Kerckhoven. Aprile shrugs it off though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aprile connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Van Kerckhoven uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aprile.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Aprile dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Richie Aprile's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Van Kerckhoven slips under a jab.
Patrick Van Kerckhoven has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aprile misses with a wild body shot.
Aprile is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Kerckhoven can do to turn this around?
Aprile slips under a jab from Van Kerckhoven.
Van Kerckhoven ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aprile throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Van Kerckhoven to counter with a crisp jab.
Aprile gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Van Kerckhoven has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Aprile ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Kerckhoven moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aprile. Van Kerckhoven does a little dance to reset his feet.
Van Kerckhoven unleashes a big counter combination but Aprile bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Aprile throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Kerckhoven feints a counter leg kick.
Aprile swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Aprile misses with a hook.
Van Kerckhoven looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Van Kerckhoven misses with a hook
and Aprile counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Kerckhoven throws a nice inside leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Aprile 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Aprile loads up on a big right hand but Van Kerckhoven slips the punch.
Van Kerckhoven uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aprile.
Aprile misses with an uppercut. Van Kerckhoven saw that one coming.
Van Kerckhoven is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#KD2#
Van Kerckhoven drops Aprile with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Aprile looks back up at him and smiles so Van Kerckhoven waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Aprile is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aprile throws a combination that misses
and Van Kerckhoven counters with a huge right that knocks Aprile out cold! Van Kerckhoven is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Patrick Van Kerckhoven!
A very excited looking Patrick Van Kerckhoven made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: RSE 70:
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Jackson.
Jackson throws out a loose jab but Grave uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Grave misses with a wild body shot.
Grave misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Grave throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
It seemed like Jackson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Grave.
Grave misses the jab.
Jackson throws a jab when Grave was well out of range.
A quick step to the side and Grave tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson staying out of range there.
Nice cross by Jackson.#CUT2#It looks like Jack Grave has been cut.
Grave ducks right into an uppercut from Jackson.
Grave missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've been told by Grave's head coaches at Dangerous Fight Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Grave keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Jackson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grave throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range. #T1#
Jackson connects with a nice looking jab.
Grave lands a head shot.
Jackson sizes up Grave with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Grave throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Jackson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A combination from Grave does no damage.
Grave fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.
Grave blocks a jab.
Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Grave gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jackson.
Grave throws a lazy uppercut
and Jackson counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Jackson. That snapped Grave's head back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grave waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Jack Grave seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grave misses with a hook.
Grave pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grave just misses with a punch to the body.
Grave steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Grave throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jackson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T2#
Grave misses with a body punch
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Grave throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Grave misses with a hook to the body
enabling Jackson to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Grave is rocked!
Grave throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oh Grave is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Grave misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
and Jackson counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Grave! He's just covering up as Jackson starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luke Jackson!
A relieved looking Luke Jackson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: NYF 63: Hopson vs Arnolds
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Savage looks to land a left hand but Bundy moved out of range nicely.#TD2#
Bundy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Savage tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bundy is in Savage's guard.
Bundy is pushing down on Savage's leg trying to pass to half guard. Savage is fighting to maintain full guard but Bundy has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Bundy is working for a kimura but Savage is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Bundy is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bundy wants to work for an arm triangle but Savage is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T1##SUB2#
Bundy is looking for a kimura but Savage is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bundy to get the leverage.
Savage keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Savage is defending against the submission attempts here by Bundy. #SUB2#
Bundy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bundy wants to pass to mount but Savage is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Savage blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bundy. #SUB2#
Bundy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Savage defends it well.
Bundy trying to control the action but Savage is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bundy is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Bundy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T3#
Savage is looking to get back to full guard here but Bundy has managed to pass to side control instead.#SUB2#
Bundy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Savage is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bundy sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Savage is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Savage tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Bundy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Savage is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bundy is looking to take a break and control but Savage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Savage is trying to control Bundy's posture but Bundy avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Al Bundy dominated that round.
That's time! Savage's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Bundy drives through with a takedown into Savage's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bundy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Savage has control of Bundy's left arm, preventing Bundy from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Bundy is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Bundy forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savage keeping hold of Bundy's head, controlling as best he can. #T1#
Bundy trying to pass the guard but Savage defending well. #SUB2#
Bundy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Savage is just riding it out for now. Bundy eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Bundy seems to be working for a kimura but Savage defends the submission attempt.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Bundy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Savage doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bundy. #SUB2#
Bundy seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Savage has recovered full guard.
Savage working a defensive guard here. #T3##SUB2#
Bundy drops back looking for a leg! Savage is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Savage manages to kick Bundy off! Bundy jumps back into Savage's guard.
Savage knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bundy on the ground.#SUB2#
Bundy drops back looking for a leg! Savage is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Savage manages to kick Bundy off! Bundy jumps back into Savage's guard.
Bundy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Bundy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Savage is just riding it out for now. Bundy eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Bundy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bundy is just content to waste time from the top position. Savage takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bundy postures up and lands a big shot to Savage's brow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Al Bundy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're 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#
Savage throws a jab when Bundy was well out of range.
Al Bundy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bundy has his takedown stuffed
and Savage counters with a big head kick but Bundy shrugs it off.
Savage throws a series of punches but Bundy moves out of range. #TD2#
Bundy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Savage's guard.
Bundy throwing strikes but missing.
Bundy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Savage is defending against the submission attempts here by Bundy. #SUB2#
Bundy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Savage defends it well. #T1#
Savage is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bundy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Savage is defending against the submission attempts here by Bundy.
Savage on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Savage tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Bundy seems to be working for a kimura but Savage defends the submission attempt.
Owen Savage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bundy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Bundy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bundy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Bundy is working for an americana but Savage has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Bundy was thinking about the submission.
Bundy is looking to work some ground and pound but Savage has wrist control.#T3##SUB2#
Bundy is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Bundy trying to control the position from guard on top but Savage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bundy is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Bundy sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Owen Savage is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Bundy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Savage's guard.
Bundy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Bundy passes the guard and advances to mount!
Savage tries to hold on but Bundy postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bundy goes for an armbar but Savage turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Savage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Al Bundy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bundy 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Al Bundy!
A very excited looking Al Bundy made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Owen Savage stepped up to the mic, saying 'Go to Indiana for The IHSAA wrestling state tournament.'.

Event: NYF 63: Hopson vs Arnolds
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Nox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Winston.
Winston loads up on a big right hand but Nox slips the punch.
Winston throws a hook but Nox avoids it easily.
It looked like Nox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Winston missing with a left hand there. Nox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Winston throws a jab when Nox was well out of range.
Nox slips a jab and a cross from Winston.
Nox seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Winston misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Nox finds it's way through Winston's defenses.
Nox takes a swing at Winston's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nox moves away.
Winston slaps away a takedown attempt from Nox, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Winston wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Nox avoids the body shot from Winston.
Winston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nox.
A combination from Nox does no damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Winston misses.
Nox lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Winston throws a lazy uppercut
and Nox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Winston is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nox rather than just go for the knockout.
Nox walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nox tries to land a body kick
and Winston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nox. Winston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Winston throws a poor cross that misses
and Nox counters with a one-two to the body.
Nox takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nox misses with a lunging right hand
and Winston counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Winston misses with a looping left.
Winston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Winston misses with a body shot
and Nox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nox slips a jab from Winston.
Nox avoids a punch combination nicely.
Winston looks to land a left hand but Nox moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Nox looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Winston!

Winston bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Winston throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nox throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Winston lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nox throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Dallas Winston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Winston misses.
Winston throws a hook to the side of Nox's head but Nox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nox fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Winston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Winston lands with a good body shot.
A left and a right from Winston both land. Nice combination.
Winston throws a lazy right hand but Nox sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dallas Winston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Winston tries to move into range but Nox moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Winston jabs at Nox's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nox looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T4#
Nox looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
As Nox backs off Winston throws a huge counter combo but Nox manages to avoid it all.
Nox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Winston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nox swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Winston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nox sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Winston tries to bum rush Nox with a series of wild strikes but Nox uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nox misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Winston to counter with a crisp jab.
Winston cracks Nox with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Winston lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nox swings widly with a right hand
and Winston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nox is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Winston.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dallas Winston dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Winston keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nox moves out of range of the strikes.
Nox misses with a takedown
and Winston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Winston avoids a kick to the body.
Winston misses with a looping left.
Winston misses with a looping left.
A shot to the body from Winston misses
and Nox counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nox moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A big left from Winston misses.
Dallas Winston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Winston throws a shot to the body.
Winston swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Nox decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Winston's guard.#T1#
Nox preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Winston escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nox gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Winston is looking to stand up but Nox isn't so interested in that idea.
Winston is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Nox pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Winston is keeping the position for now.
Nox won't allow Winston to get back to his feet. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nox scoring with some ground and pound.
Nox postures up in Winston's guard and throws a big left but Winston blocks it.
Nox is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A nice combination there by Winston.
Nice uppercut there from Winston.
Nox misses with an uppercut
and Winston counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Winston throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Nox to counter with a crisp jab.
Nox fakes the leg kick and cracks Winston in the body.
Winston throws a jab but it's blocked by Nox. #T3#
Winston looks to score with a jab to the body but Nox is just out of range.
Winston lands with an overhand left.
Winston avoids the head kick by Nox.
Winston is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Winston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Winston misses with a two punch combination.
Winston misses with an uppercut.
Winston scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nox doesn't seem bothered though.
Winston misses with a series of wild punches.
Winston blocks a head kick by Nox.
Winston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Winston throws a jab when Nox was well out of range.#T4#
Nox shoots for a double leg takedown but Winston sprawls well. He's pushed Nox's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nox fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Winston avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colin Nox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Winston lands a body shot.
Nox misses with a right hand
and Winston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Winston fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Winston connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Winston loads up on a big right hand but Nox slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dallas Winston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Winston connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nox. Nox circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Winston is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Nox.
Nox misses with a body shot.
Nox slips a straight right by Winston.
Nox scores with a spinning back kick!
A swing and a miss from Nox.
Winston lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Winston pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nox throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Winston counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A shot to the body from Nox misses
and Winston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Winston scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Nox rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Winston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Winston scores with a jab.
Nox looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nox scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nox throws an overhand right that lands on Winston's shoulder, as Winston tries to avoid the shot.
A nice combination there by Winston.
Winston comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Winston lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nox circles away quickly and effectively.
Winston catches Nox with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Winston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nox went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Winston. Nox does a little dance to reset his feet.
Winston misses with a body shot.
Nox was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Winston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nox.
Nox doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nox will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A little jabbing left from Winston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Winston throws a right hand that Nox ducks under and follows up with a left that Nox also avoids with ease.
Nox tries to move into range but Winston moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Winston scores with a body shot.
Nox slips a straight right by Winston.
Winston throws a nice looking combination but Nox bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Nox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Winston looks to land a left hand but Nox moved out of range nicely.
Nox uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Winston.
Winston swings widly with a right hand
and Nox counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Winston misses with a shot to the body
and Nox counters with a straight right hand.
Winston lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Winston is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nox defending well as Winston loads up on a big left hand.
Nox works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Winston misses with a double jab.
Nox throws a counter high kick but Winston was just alert enough to avoid it.
Winston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Winston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Winston throws a looping overhand right but Nox ducks down to avoid it.
Nox is looking for a counter combo.
Winston throws a right hand that misses
and Nox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4##TD#
Winston gets caught flat footed, as Nox shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nox is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nox wants to control from the top but Winston keeps moving.
Nox is stalling in the full guard.
Nox trying to control but Winston is working from the bottom.
Nox prevents Winston from getting back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dallas Winston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Winston 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dallas Winston!
A victorious Dallas Winston thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RSE 69:
Date: Apr 17, 2024

#R1#
Moltisanti misses with a hook
and Sadrano counters with a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Moltisanti. Those never looked like landing.
Sadrano tried to counter with a leg kick but Moltisanti avoided it.
Chrissy Moltisanti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sadrano misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Moltisanti decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sadrano's guard.
Sadrano tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Sadrano is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Moltisanti defends well.#SUB2#
Moltisanti postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Sadrano is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Moltisanti, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Moltisanti is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Sadrano wants to pass the guard but Moltisanti is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Moltisanti is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sadrano defends well.#SUB2#
Moltisanti has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sadrano is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Moltisanti.
Sadrano working away.
Moltisanti is trying to escape the position but Sadrano is controlling the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Moltisanti is looking for a sweep.
Moltisanti is trying to control Sadrano's posture but Sadrano avoids it.
Sadrano wants to stand but Moltisanti has his arm trapped.
Moltisanti is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Moltisanti manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Moltisanti looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sadrano wants to stand but Moltisanti has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Sadrano tries to pass the half guard into mount. Moltisanti knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sadrano content to control rather than advance.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Moltisanti trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sadrano takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T4##TD2#
Moltisanti shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Sadrano's guard.#SUB#
Sadrano is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Moltisanti trying to control but Sadrano is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sadrano looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Moltisanti passes into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Sadrano's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chrissy Moltisanti dominated 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.#R2#
Sadrano tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sadrano wants to clinch.
Sadrano throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sadrano throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moltisanti moves out of range of the body kick.
Moltisanti sizes up Sadrano with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sadrano lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#It looks like Chrissy Moltisanti has been cut.
A jab from Moltisanti misses.
Arelvam Sadrano is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Moltisanti checks a low kick from Sadrano.
Moltisanti throws a big shot that misses.
Moltisanti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Moltisanti on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sadrano definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sadrano showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Moltisanti.
Sadrano wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Moltisanti checks a leg kick nicely.
Moltisanti misses with a right hand
and Sadrano counters with a thumping low kick.
Sadrano slips a straight right by Moltisanti.
Sadrano lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Moltisanti pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Moltisanti is looking to take this one to the mat.
Moltisanti blocks an elbow strike.
Sadrano using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Sadrano.
Sadrano lands a big knee! That's hurt Moltisanti! Oh, he's all over the place! Sadrano lands another knee that sends Moltisanti to the floor and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arelvam Sadrano!
A victorious Arelvam Sadrano thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RSE 65: Macabre
Date: Apr 03, 2024

#R1#
Hayha throws a body shot but no joy.
TheNoseBleeds looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A big right from Hayha misses.
TheNoseBleeds half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Some wild striking there from Hayha.
Hayha has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
TheNoseBleeds avoids the body shot from Hayha.
Hayha changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hayha blocks a jab.
TheNoseBleeds swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
No luck for TheNoseBleeds with that takedown attempt.
Hayha throws a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNoseBleeds throws a hook to the side of Hayha's head but Hayha sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
TheNoseBleeds uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hayha.
TheNoseBleeds tries to counter with a takedown but Hayha is quick to defend against it.
TheNoseBleeds looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hayha looks to land a combination but TheNoseBleeds avoids it well.
Nice defenses there by TheNoseBleeds.#T1#
Hayha throws a shot from downtown. TheNoseBleeds moves away and avoids it.
TheNoseBleeds drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hayha sprawls and moves away.
TheNoseBleeds tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hayha swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hayha ducks under a wild hook from TheNoseBleeds.
TheNoseBleeds misses with a takedown attempt
and Hayha counters with a nice body shot.
Hayha's corner calls for a 1-2. Hayha obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#It looks like WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds has been cut.
TheNoseBleeds throws a hook but Hayha blocks it.
Hayha throws out a counter right but TheNoseBleeds avoids it with no problem.
TheNoseBleeds jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CL2#
Hayha gets in close and instigates a clinch.
TheNoseBleeds blocking some punches.
Hayha misses with a punch to the body.
Hayha lands a body shot in the clinch.
Good body shot from Hayha.
Hayha tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hayha works on TheNoseBleeds's body with a couple of short punches.
Hayha can't find room to land a body shot as TheNoseBleeds controls the action. #T2#
TheNoseBleeds is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hayha gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hayha tries to throw a body punch but TheNoseBleeds avoids it by throwing Hayha back against the cage.
TheNoseBleeds blocks a body shot from Hayha.
TheNoseBleeds drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hayha pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hayha throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hayha throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simo Hayha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
TheNoseBleeds misses with a right hand
and Hayha counters with a nice uppercut.
TheNoseBleeds tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hayha defends well and TheNoseBleeds ends up having to push Hayha into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hayha lands with a light punch inside.
TheNoseBleeds drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hayha misses with a body punch.
TheNoseBleeds has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hayha is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hayha goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hayha swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
TheNoseBleeds is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hayha gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hayha struggles to land a body shot inside as TheNoseBleeds controls his hands. #TD#
TheNoseBleeds has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Hayha is trying to keep an underhook but TheNoseBleeds manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Hayha is trying to maintain the position but TheNoseBleeds is very close to passing his half guard.
TheNoseBleeds seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
TheNoseBleeds lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hayha is looking for a sweep. TheNoseBleeds is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
TheNoseBleeds is looking to take a break and control but Hayha is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
TheNoseBleeds sitting and controlling from the half guard.
TheNoseBleeds thows a huge punch but Hayha dodges it nicely.
TheNoseBleeds 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.#T4#
Hayha blocking the ground and pound attempt from TheNoseBleeds.
Hayha really doesn't want to stay on the ground with TheNoseBleeds. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hayha trying to hold on to TheNoseBleeds's head to control him but TheNoseBleeds postures up.
Hayha tries to roll over but TheNoseBleeds keeps him under control.
Hayha wants to control but TheNoseBleeds is keeping busy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
TheNoseBleeds trying to pass the guard but Hayha defending well.
TheNoseBleeds thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Simo Hayha dominated that round.
The cut man is working on WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
TheNoseBleeds shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hayha is trying to defend but TheNoseBleeds finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Hayha tries to roll over but TheNoseBleeds keeps him under control.
TheNoseBleeds thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hayha's head.
Hayha trying to control but TheNoseBleeds postures up.
TheNoseBleeds sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hayha defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hayha trying to control from the bottom.
Hayha tries to roll over but TheNoseBleeds keeps him under control.#SUB#
TheNoseBleeds is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
TheNoseBleeds sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hayha has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hayha is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of TheNoseBleeds's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take TheNoseBleeds's back!
Hayha keeps control of the position as TheNoseBleeds tries to break free. #T2#
Hayha is trying to stand.
TheNoseBleeds turns into Hayha and is now in his guard.
Hayha working a defensive guard but TheNoseBleeds manages to pass into side control anyway.
Hayha is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on TheNoseBleeds's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
TheNoseBleeds seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hayha does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Hayha on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hayha wants to get back to full guard.
Hayha is holding on to half guard well.
WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
TheNoseBleeds scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
TheNoseBleeds lands with a punch from half guard.
TheNoseBleeds is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
TheNoseBleeds prevents Hayha from improving his position.
TheNoseBleeds thows a huge punch but Hayha dodges it nicely. #T4#
TheNoseBleeds seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Hayha has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. TheNoseBleeds is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hayha is trying to defend against the ground and pound but TheNoseBleeds scores with a couple of nice shots.
TheNoseBleeds thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hayha is refusing to be controlled, as TheNoseBleeds sits in half guard.
Hayha avoiding damage under a succession of punches from TheNoseBleeds.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
TheNoseBleeds winds up and cracks Hayha with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Hayha trying to control from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hayha misses with a looping right.
TheNoseBleeds swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Hayha counter with a right hand.
TheNoseBleeds swings for the body but Hayha moves out of range.
Hayha misses with a wild combination.
TheNoseBleeds fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hayha manages to avoid it.
TheNoseBleeds goes for a double leg but Hayha avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hayha continues to drive forward.
TheNoseBleeds blocks a body shot from Hayha.
TheNoseBleeds tries to score a body lock takedown but Hayha shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
TheNoseBleeds wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hayha tried to land a shot to the body but connects with TheNoseBleeds's elbow.
Hayha gets underhooks to prevent TheNoseBleeds's takedown attempt.
Hayha tries to work over TheNoseBleeds's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hayha lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of TheNoseBleeds backwards.
Hayha goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Hayha misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hayha tries to work over TheNoseBleeds's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hayha works on TheNoseBleeds's body with a couple of short punches.
Hayha lands an uppercut.
Hayha lands a nice uppercut.
TheNoseBleeds wants a takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Still in the clinch, Hayha scores with a nice short uppercut.
TheNoseBleeds is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hayha gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
TheNoseBleeds blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Hayha breaks from the clinch.
Simo Hayha seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hayha moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
TheNoseBleeds fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
TheNoseBleeds closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
Hayha is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#ROC2#TheNoseBleeds is rocked!
TheNoseBleeds switches off momentarily and Hayha cracks him with a monster right hand! TheNoseBleeds topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Hayha dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Hayha!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Simo Hayha!
Simo Hayha very nearly forgot to thank 30th Century Beer Store 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: RSE 63: Poisonous Path
Date: Mar 27, 2024

#R1#
Aprile takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Aprile looks to land a right hand but Hunter moved out of range.
Hunter throws a hook to the side of Aprile's head but Aprile sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aprile throwing a counter right hand but Hunter manages to avoid it.
Aprile lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hunter throws a hook but Aprile blocks it.
Hunter has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Some wild striking there from Aprile.
A big left from Hunter misses.
Aprile moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Aprile waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hunter.
Hunter is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Aprile with a body shot.
Hunter misses with an uppercut. Aprile saw that one coming.
Hunter wants to slow Aprile down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aprile thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aprile throws a big shot that misses.
Hunter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aprile throws out the jab.
Hunter uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aprile.
Aprile throws a nice looking combination but Hunter bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hunter throws out a counter right but Aprile avoids it with no problem.
Hunter throws the left hand but Aprile avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Hunter swings for the body but Aprile moves out of range.
Hunter throws a low kick, looking for Aprile's leg but Aprile calmly moves out of range.
Aprile appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hunter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aprile misses with a hook. Hunter ducked under it nicely.
Hunter throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aprile avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hunter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aprile looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hunter ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hunter scores with a punch to the head.
Hunter tries to clinch but Aprile is having none of it.
Aprile takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hunter lands a jab to the head.
Hunter's jab looks to have found its range, popping Aprile under the eye.
Hunter lands with an overhand left.
Aprile slips a jab from Hunter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aprile throws a hook but Hunter avoids it easily.
Hunter throws out a counter right but Aprile avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Aprile throws a jab when Hunter was well out of range.
Hunter throws a lazy right hand but Aprile sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Aprile on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hunter lands a jab.
Hunter scores with a nice head shot.
Hunter throws an overhand right that lands on Aprile's shoulder, as Aprile tries to avoid the shot.
Hunter lands a jab.
Aprile is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hunter misses with a looping right.
Hunter throws a hook to the side of Aprile's head but Aprile sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aprile throws the left hand but Hunter avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Hunter darts in and clinches Aprile up against the cage.
Hunter swings wildly with an uppercut but Aprile uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Hunter.
Aprile is trying to force a seperation but Hunter has the dominant position.#T3#
Aprile looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Hunter just leaning against Aprile, taking a breather. #BC#
Aprile breaks from the clinch.
No joy there for Aprile, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Aprile fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hunter manages to avoid it.
Aprile takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hunter dodges the punch combination from Aprile.
Aprile closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good leg kick by Hunter.
Hunter steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aprile.
Aprile ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aprile seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Aprile misses the jab.
Aprile is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Hunter's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Aprile misses with a left hand
and Hunter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Aprile on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Aprile ducks under a wild hook from Hunter.
A punch lands to the side of Aprile 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hunter connects with a crisp jab.
Aprile bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aprile swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Aprile lands a nice shot that snaps Hunter's head back.
Aprile throws out a loose jab but Hunter uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Hunter clinches with his opponent.
Aprile wants to break the clinch but can't.
Aprile wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Hunter misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aprile blocking some punches.
Aprile is trying to break free.
Hunter leaning against his opponent.
Hunter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hunter lands an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Isopaa Hunter dominated 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.#R2#
Hunter pivots, looking for a leg kick but Aprile is out of range and Hunter settles back down.
Aprile slips a jab from Hunter.
Aprile throwing a counter right hand but Hunter manages to avoid it.
Aprile doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Aprile slips under a jab from Hunter.
Hunter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hunter misses with a hook. Aprile ducked under it nicely.
No joy there for Aprile, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circling - Aprile throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from Hunter misses its intended target.
Aprile cracks Hunter with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Hunter fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Aprile, pushing him back against the cage.
Hunter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aprile tries to break free but Hunter pushes him back against the cage.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hunter 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.
Aprile working hard to break the clinch.
Hunter lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Hunter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hunter lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aprile.#T1#
Hunter lands a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Aprile tries to break free but Hunter pushes him back against the cage.
Aprile is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hunter scores with a hook to the body.
Hunter lands a left hand.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Hunter. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Hunter takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hunter lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hunter lands with a light punch inside.
Hunter lands a shoulder strike.
Hunter lands with a left to the head.
Come on Hunter - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Isopaa Hunter seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Aprile tries to break free but Hunter pushes him back against the cage.
Hunter dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Aprile has had enough of the clinch but Hunter keeps him there for the moment.#T2#
A body shot lands from Hunter.
A short left from Hunter.
Hunter throws a head punch that misses.
Hunter keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Aprile's efforts to push away.
Aprile wants to break the clinch but can't.
A bit of stalling here from Hunter. #BC#
Aprile's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Isopaa Hunter seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Hunter drives through and clinches with Aprile against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hunter lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hunter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aprile is looking to break free of the clinch but Hunter has double underhooks.
Hunter lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Aprile backwards.
Hunter is stalling here.
Aprile tries to circle away but Hunter has him pinned against the cage.#T3#
Hunter lands a right hand.
Hunter can't find room to land a body shot as Aprile controls the action.
Hunter throws a punch but it's blocked by Aprile.
Hunter avoiding damage.
Hunter lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hunter cracks Aprile with a nice body shot.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hunter - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Hunter working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Aprile prevents a body shot from Hunter.
Aprile blocking some punches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hunter - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Hunter leaning his opponent against the cage.#T4#
Aprile has had enough of the clinch but Hunter keeps him there for the moment.
A left hand lands to the body for Hunter.
Hunter lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Aprile backwards.
Hunter pressing his opponent against the cage.
Aprile wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hunter stalling in the clinch.
Hunter controlling the action here for a moment.
Aprile wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Isopaa Hunter.
Aprile uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Isopaa Hunter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Hunter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aprile.
Aprile lands with an overhand left.
Aprile scores with a hook.#KD#
Aprile lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Hunter sprawling to the canvas. Aprile follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Hunter hang on? #ROC#Hunter is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Aprile postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Hunter to stand up.
Hunter is still on wobbly legs! Can Aprile finish him?
Hunter scores with a nice right hand.
Hunter seems to have recovered his senses.#CL2#
Hunter closes the distance and pushes Aprile back into the cage.
Hunter makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hunter cracks Aprile with a nice body shot.
Aprile blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Aprile's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A jab from Hunter misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Aprile misses the target.
Aprile slips under a jab.
Hunter works Aprile's body with a nice hook.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hunter connects with a body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hunter, as that shot connected. #T1#
Hunter moves out of range of the strikes.
Hunter swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hunter fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Aprile walks into a left hand.
Hunter tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Hunter darts in and clinches Aprile up against the cage.
Hunter lands with a right to the head.
Aprile takes a shot to the head.
Hunter misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hunter has Aprile pressed against the cage, preventing Aprile from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Stalling in the clinch from Hunter.
Hunter gets through Aprile's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hunter lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hunter.
Aprile takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Hunter on the inside. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Still in the clinch, Hunter scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hunter stalling in the clinch.
Hunter works on Aprile's body with a couple of short punches.
Aprile takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#Aprile is rocked!
Hunter leaning his opponent against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hunter creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Oh Aprile is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hunter lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Aprile takes a shot to the head.
Hunter lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Aprile to his knees! Hunter keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Isopaa Hunter!
Isopaa Hunter thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TOF 93
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Wolford throws a jab but it's blocked by Munday.
Munday feints the counter takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wolford is defended easily by Munday.
Munday slips a jab from Wolford.
Munday throws out a loose jab but Wolford uses good head movement to avoid it.
Munday misses with a straight right.
Munday slips a straight right by Wolford.
Wolford looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wolford closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Wolford misses with a takedown attempt - Munday sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Munday throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wolford sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Munday lands with a shot to the body.
Munday takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice uppercut lands for Munday. That snapped Wolford's head back. #T1#
A lazy left from Munday finds it's target.#CL#
Wolford moves into the clinch.
Wolford lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Munday backwards.
Wolford gets underhooks to prevent Munday's takedown attempt. #TD#
Wolford turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Munday wants to get back to his feet but Wolford is dominant here and he's now got Munday's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wolford tries to get the hooks in deep but Munday pushed the leg off.
Wolford controlling well, preventing Munday from escaping the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wolford lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Munday looking very determined here, making life difficult for Wolford.
Munday tries to escape but Wolford has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T2##SUB#
Wolford is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Wolford looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Wolford controlling the position well here. Munday rolled but Wolford kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Wolford tries to keep control of the position but Munday is staying busy.
Munday wants to escape the position.
Munday wants to get back to his feet.
Wolford scores with punches from the back. #T3#
Wolford scores with punches to the body.
Wolford looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Wolford lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Wolford lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. #ROC#Munday is rocked!
Wolford connects with a couple of big shots that have Munday covering up! Oh, this looks bad for Munday! Wolford fires away with several more unanswered shots and the referee has no choice but to step in! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rodney Wolford!
After the fight, Rodney Wolford was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: RSE 62: Fire In The Sky
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Manaitpasov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth throwing a counter right hand but Manaitpasov manages to avoid it.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Manaitpasov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
TheNineteenth struggling a bit here.
TheNineteenth is looking for a sweep.
TheNineteenth tries to escape but Manaitpasov is in control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but TheNineteenth is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T1##SUB2#
Manaitpasov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Manaitpasov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
TheNineteenth wants to control but Manaitpasov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manaitpasov is looking to take a break and control but TheNineteenth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet but Manaitpasov drags him back down.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Manaitpasov clinches up with TheNineteenth and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Manaitpasov has TheNineteenth pushed against the cage.#BC2#
Manaitpasov manages to break the clinch.
Manaitpasov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Manaitpasov was well out of range.
Nice straight punches there by TheNineteenth. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov catches TheNineteenth with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Manaitpasov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and TheNineteenth cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
TheNineteenth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Manaitpasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Manaitpasov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
RollBack TheNineteenth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight right.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut. Manaitpasov saw that one coming.
TheNineteenth fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Manaitpasov was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Manaitpasov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Manaitpasov tries to clinch there but TheNineteenth circles away.
We've been told by TheNineteenth's head coaches at Top of Food Chain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Manaitpasov feints and as TheNineteenth raises his hands in defense, Manaitpasov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Manaitpasov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Manaitpasov is controlling him.
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but TheNineteenth keeps moving.
Manaitpasov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
TheNineteenth being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Manaitpasov is controlling him.
TheNineteenth 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.
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Manaitpasov is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
TheNineteenth throws a body shot but no joy.
Manaitpasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that RollBack TheNineteenth will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Manaitpasov throws a jab when TheNineteenth was well out of range.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that Manaitpasov ducks under and follows up with a left that Manaitpasov also avoids with ease.
TheNineteenth misses with a looping left.
TheNineteenth misses the shot to the body.
TheNineteenth closes the distance and lands a one-two.
RollBack TheNineteenth is winning the standup battle so far.
TheNineteenth takes one to the side of the head.
TheNineteenth throws a lazy uppercut
and Manaitpasov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
TheNineteenth swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Manaitpasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from TheNineteenth misses its intended target.
Manaitpasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
Manaitpasov takes one to the chin there.
TheNineteenth throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Manaitpasov tries to counter it with a takedown but TheNineteenth pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
TheNineteenth closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
TheNineteenth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Manaitpasov moves away.
TheNineteenth steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Manaitpasov.
TheNineteenth throws a good cross that connects.
TheNineteenth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
TheNineteenth throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Manaitpasov gets a takedown into half guard.
Manaitpasov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Manaitpasov tries to pass the half guard into mount. TheNineteenth knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
TheNineteenth pushes Manaitpasov off looking to stand but Manaitpasov dives back in and keeps control.
Manaitpasov working the head and body with strikes.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand back up but Manaitpasov is controlling him
Manaitpasov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand up here but Manaitpasov is controlling him well. #T3#
Manaitpasov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Manaitpasov moves out of range as TheNineteenth strikes.
Manaitpasov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut
and Manaitpasov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
TheNineteenth scores with a body shot.
Manaitpasov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
TheNineteenth throws a hook to the side of Manaitpasov's head but Manaitpasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Manaitpasov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
TheNineteenth misses with a lunging right hand
and Manaitpasov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A slow jab from TheNineteenth misses its intended target. #T4#
Manaitpasov walks into a stiff left hand from TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A lazy left from TheNineteenth finds it's target.
TheNineteenth misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Manaitpasov! But no joy.
Manaitpasov throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
TheNineteenth scores with a hook to the body. Manaitpasov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Manaitpasov blocks a jab.
TheNineteenth feints a jab promting Manaitpasov to slip. TheNineteenth then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Manaitpasov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
TheNineteenth looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Manaitpasov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

RollBack TheNineteenth dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Manaitpasov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
TheNineteenth tries to roll over but Manaitpasov keeps him under control.
Manaitpasov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but TheNineteenth does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
TheNineteenth pushes Manaitpasov off but Manaitpasov dives into side control.
TheNineteenth is trying to get back to his feet.
Manaitpasov trying to control the position but TheNineteenth is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
TheNineteenth is trying to buck Manaitpasov off.#T1#
Manaitpasov laying and praying for a moment but TheNineteenth takes advantage and regains half guard.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Manaitpasov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight left.
Manaitpasov throws a body punch but TheNineteenth moves out of range.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that misses
and Manaitpasov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
TheNineteenth cracks Manaitpasov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Manaitpasov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling TheNineteenth to counter with a crisp jab.
Manaitpasov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
TheNineteenth misses with a hook.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Manaitpasov is defended easily by TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov throws a predictable looking body shot
and TheNineteenth counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Manaitpasov throws a lazy uppercut
and Manaitpasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from TheNineteenth finds it's way through Manaitpasov's defenses. #TD2#
Manaitpasov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but TheNineteenth keeps working.
TheNineteenth is pushing Manaitpasov's head away, looking to escape. Manaitpasov manages to hold on to the position though.
TheNineteenth is looking for a sweep.#T4#
TheNineteenth is working hard here to advance position.
Manaitpasov misses with the ground and pound.
TheNineteenth manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Manaitpasov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Manaitpasov moves into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manaitpasov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
RollBack TheNineteenth is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
TheNineteenth decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Manaitpasov, up you get!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... RollBack TheNineteenth!
Our winner, RollBack TheNineteenth, 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: NYF Fight Night 25
Date: Mar 22, 2024

#R1#
Castro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bundy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Bundy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Castro to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Bundy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Castro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Castro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bundy being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bundy is looking for a triangle but Castro pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Bundy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Castro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Castro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Castro working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bundy's head.#SUB2#
Bundy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Castro trying to control but Bundy is working from the bottom.
Castro is pushing down on Bundy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bundy is fighting to maintain full guard but Castro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Castro is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Bundy reverses the position - he's now on top in Castro's guard.
Castro trying to control the position. #T2#
Bundy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Castro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Castro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Castro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Castro keeping moving, preventing Bundy from controlling successfully.
Castro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bundy is one step ahead there.
Castro seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Castro is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Castro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bundy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Bundy is looking to cinch up a triangle. Castro throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Bundy's body to avoid the submission. Bundy has instead reached around Castro's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Bundy arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Al Bundy!
A victorious Al Bundy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Marcelo Castro had this to say: 'Congrats to Him, he was the better fighter today'.

Event: RSE 61: Hopeless
Date: Mar 20, 2024

#R1#
Oystenteller throws a right hand that misses
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oystenteller displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Oystenteller's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jackson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Oystenteller scrambles back to his feet.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Oystenteller ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
Jab by Jackson.#TD#
Oystenteller shoots in and gets a takedown into Jackson's guard.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Oystenteller is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Oystenteller wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Oystenteller stops Jackson from standing up. #T1#
Oystenteller stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
Jackson wants to stand but Oystenteller is controlling the position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Jackson is pulling down on Oystenteller's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Oystenteller uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson misses with the combination.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Oystenteller slips the punch.
Jackson digs a good hook to Oystenteller's body. #T2#
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Luke Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Oystenteller counter with a right hand. #TD#
Oystenteller shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Oystenteller was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jackson tries to bench press Oystenteller off him but Oystenteller keeps the position.
Jackson is pushing Oystenteller's head away, looking to escape. Oystenteller manages to hold on to the position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oystenteller is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Jackson tries to improve position but can't.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Oystenteller is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jackson has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Jackson parries the strikes from Oystenteller easily there. Oystenteller is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Jackson to escape.
Jackson pushes Oystenteller away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Oystenteller gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Jackson is looking to regain half guard here but Oystenteller keeps moving and retains side control.
Jackson struggling a bit here.
Jackson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Oystenteller sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Jackson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Jackson struggling a bit here.
Oystenteller creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T4#
Jackson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Oystenteller is controlling him well.
Oystenteller lands a decent elbow from side control.
Oystenteller cracks Jackson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Oystenteller working the ground and pound from side control.
Oystenteller is working Jackson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Check out the look on Oystenteller's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Jackson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
You can see the frustration on Jackson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jackson is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Oystenteller asserts his dominance and retains side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Darstknasset Oystenteller will probably get the nod.
That's time! Oystenteller's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Jackson misses with an uppercut.
Oystenteller tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.
Jackson throws the left hand but Oystenteller avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Oystenteller moves into the clinch.
Jackson is trying to push Oystenteller away but Oystenteller has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Jackson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Oystenteller is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jackson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jackson is trying to force a seperation but Oystenteller has the dominant position.
Jackson tries to break the clinch but Oystenteller is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oystenteller tries to pull guard but Jackson won't allow it. #BC2#
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jackson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Oystenteller doesn't seem bothered though.
Oystenteller misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Jackson scores with a decent looking hook.
Jackson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Oystenteller chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Oystenteller dodges the punch combination from Jackson. #TD#
Oystenteller closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jackson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jackson is looking to improve his position.
Jackson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
Jackson pushes Oystenteller off looking to stand but Oystenteller dives back in and keeps control.
Jackson tries to kick Oystenteller off in order to stand up. Oystenteller Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Jackson bucks up and tries to throw Oystenteller off but instead Oystenteller has got his back!
Jackson trying to get back to his feet but Oystenteller is in full control for now.
Darstknasset Oystenteller overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Oystenteller slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Oystenteller 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.
Jackson has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Oystenteller.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson trying to get back to his feet but Oystenteller is in full control for now. #SUB#
Oystenteller working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Oystenteller is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Jackson is defending well though. Oystenteller let's go of the attempt for now.#T3##ES2#
Jackson is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
Oystenteller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
An attempted straight right counter from Oystenteller misses the target.
Jackson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Oystenteller counters with an outside leg kick.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Oystenteller moved out of range nicely.
Oystenteller feinted with a counter takedown.
Luke Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Oystenteller shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jackson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Jackson is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Oystenteller has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Oystenteller working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Jackson is trying to control Oystenteller's posture but Oystenteller avoids it.
Jackson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Oystenteller's best efforts.#T4#
Oystenteller lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Oystenteller is looking to advance position but Jackson won't allow it.
Oystenteller missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson is refusing to be controlled, as Oystenteller sits in half guard. #SUB#
Oystenteller is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.#ES2#
Jackson manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Oystenteller keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Oystenteller jumps guard but Jackson stands there with Oystenteller around his waist. Oystenteller gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Luke Jackson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Jackson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Oystenteller makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Oystenteller slips a straight right by Jackson.
Oystenteller half committed to a counter leg kick.
Oystenteller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Jackson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Oystenteller can pounce on him. #TD#
Oystenteller shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jackson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Jackson pulls Oystenteller in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson controls Oystenteller momentarily but Oystenteller frees himself.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Oystenteller is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Oystenteller trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oystenteller tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Oystenteller from controlling successfully.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Oystenteller throws a strike but Jackson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Oystenteller is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Oystenteller seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Oystenteller 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.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jackson wants to stand but Oystenteller has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Jackson preventing the sweep. #SU2#
Oystenteller is working an open guard so Jackson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Oystenteller is just out of range.
Jackson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Oystenteller counters with a straight right hand.
Oystenteller takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Luke Jackson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Oystenteller saw that one coming.
Jackson lands a head shot.
Oystenteller pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Oystenteller moves out of range as Jackson strikes.
Jackson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oystenteller. #CL#
Oystenteller pushes Jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
Oystenteller drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oystenteller appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jackson throws a hook but Oystenteller blocks it.
Jackson cracks Oystenteller with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4#
Oystenteller slips under a jab from Jackson.
Oystenteller swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oystenteller fails with the takedown.
Jab, jab by Jackson - just one landing.
Oystenteller throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oystenteller slips a jab from Jackson.
Oystenteller fails with the takedown
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darstknasset Oystenteller. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson with a hook.
Oystenteller misses with a hook
and Jackson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson misses with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jackson 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Luke Jackson!
An out of breath Luke Jackson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Darstknasset Oystenteller had this to say: 'No worries! The Athletic Commission has just announced my opponent tested positive for illegal steroids again, so this fight has been declared a No-Contest. Thank you to those of us who continue to fight clean!'.

Event: NYF Fight Night 24
Date: Mar 15, 2024

#R1#
Robertson lands with a right hand.
Winston definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Robertson throws a looping overhand right but Winston ducks down to avoid it.
Winston is looking to counter punch.
Winston cracks a nice hook into Robertson's ribs.
Robertson throws a leg kick but Winston checks it.
Robertson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Winston walks into a straight right hand from Robertson.
Robertson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Winston misses with a combination
and Robertson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Dallas Winston has been cut.
Robertson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Some wild striking there from Robertson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Robertson slips under a jab.
Robertson only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T1#
Winston on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Robertson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winston throws out the jab.
Robertson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Winston with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Winston throws a lazy uppercut
and Robertson counters with a three punch combo that has Winston backing up. Winston nods at Robertson to acknowledge the strikes.
Winston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A nice side step and Robertson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Winston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Winston thuds a left hand into Robertson's body.
Winston walks into a left hand.
Winston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Robertson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Winston cracks Robertson with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Robertson ducks right into an uppercut from Winston.
A good leg kick by Robertson.
Winston throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Despite the aggression on Robertson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Robertson throws a series of punches but Winston avoids them all with ease.
Winston looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A cross from Winston lands.
Winston takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Good leg kick by Robertson.
A bone on bone clash there as Winston blocks the leg kick.
Winston misses with a hook
and Robertson counters with a thumping low kick.
Robertson jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Winston throws a lazy uppercut
and Robertson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Winston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Robertson.
Nice shot lands for Robertson.
Dallas Winston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Winston fails to land with a series of punches.
Robertson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Winston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Robertson.
Winston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Winston misses the target.
Winston dips to his left and cracks Robertson with an uppercut!
The crowd cheers as Winston lands an impressive looking overhand right. Robertson doesn't seem phased though.
Robertson throws a low kick but Winston moves out of range easily. #T4#
Robertson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Winston misses
and Robertson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Winston looks to land a left hand but Robertson moved out of range nicely.
Winston moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#It looks like Reece Robertson has been cut.
Winston lands with a straight right. Robertson didn't see that one coming.
A good leg kick by Robertson.
A combination from Winston does no damage.
Robertson swinging wildly here.
Winston throws an overhand right that lands on Robertson's shoulder, as Robertson tries to avoid the shot.
Robertson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Robertson throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Dallas Winston will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Winston's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Winston misses with a body shot
and Robertson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dallas Winston is winning the standup battle so far.
Winston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Robertson counters with an outside leg kick.
Winston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Robertson. Robertson obviously looking to wear him down.
Winston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Robertson.
Robertson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winston.
Robertson slips under a jab from Winston.
Winston scores with a sloppy right hand. Robertson should have avoided that one.
Winston misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson thumps Winston with a low kick.
Winston just misses with a punch to the body.
Winston misses with an uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Winston. That snapped Robertson's head back. #T1#
Winston tests Robertson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Robertson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Winston lands an overhand right.
Winston listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Winston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Robertson. Robertson obviously looking to wear him down.
A nice leg kick from Robertson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Winston digs a good body shot into Robertson's ribs.
Robertson throws a shot from downtown. Winston moves away and avoids it.
Robertson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Winston 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.
Robertson moves out of range of the strikes.
Winston swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Robertson counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Robertson throws a series of punches but Winston avoids them all with ease.
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!
Winston misses with a left hand
and Robertson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Winston misses with a straight right.
Robertson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Winston throws an overhand right that lands on Robertson's shoulder, as Robertson tries to avoid the shot.
Winston throws a left and a right that both miss
and Robertson counters with a straight right hand.
Robertson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Winston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A low kick from Robertson misses
and Winston counters with a right hand to the body.
A jab from Winston finds it's way through Robertson's defenses.
Winston lands with an overhand left.
Robertson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T3#
Winston lands with a right hand.
Robertson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winston throws out the jab.
Robertson throws a counter combo.
Winston misses with a jab to the body
and Robertson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Robertson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Winston lands a nice shot to the body.
Reece Robertson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Winston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Robertson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Robertson looks to land a left hand but Winston moved out of range nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Winston misses its target.
Winston lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Robertson circles away quickly and effectively.
Winston just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Robertson! But no joy.
Robertson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Robertson duly obliges.
Winston is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Robertson thows a leg kick but Winston checks it
letting Winston counter with a right hand. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Winston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A combination from Winston does no damage.
Robertson tries to bum rush Winston with a series of wild strikes but Winston uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Winston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Winston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Winston throws a big counter combination but Robertson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Winston moves out of range as Robertson strikes.
Winston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Robertson counters with a nice leg kick.
The fighters circling - Winston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Winston thows a left - swing and a miss!
Winston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Robertson.
Winston misses with an uppercut
and Robertson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dallas Winston will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Winston missing with a left hand there. Robertson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Winston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Winston backing away here, and Robertson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Winston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good work by Winston as he checks the leg kick.
Winston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Robertson.
A little jabbing left from Robertson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Robertson throws a right hand that Winston ducks under and follows up with a left that Winston also avoids with ease.
Winston throws out a loose jab but Robertson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Winston lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winston staying out of range there.
Winston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Winston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Robertson.
Robertson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Winston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Robertson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Winston misses with a double jab
and Robertson counters with a nice body shot.
Robertson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winston.
The fighters circling - Winston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Winston backs off Robertson throws a huge counter combo but Winston manages to avoid it all.
Winston misses with an uppercut. Robertson saw that one coming.
Robertson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Robertson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Winston throws a lazy right hand but Robertson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Robertson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
Winston scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Robertson throws a body punch but Winston moves out of range.
Robertson thows a leg kick but Winston checks it
and Winston counters with a two punch combo. #ROC#Robertson is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Robertson connects with a right hand. Winston shakes it off.
Winston misses with a two punch combination.
It seemed like Robertson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Robertson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Robertson is still on wobbly legs! Can Winston finish him?
Robertson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Robertson throws a jab but it's blocked by Winston.
Winston moves out of range of the strikes.
Robertson seems to have recovered his senses.
Winston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Robertson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Winston throws a shot from downtown. Robertson moves away and avoids it.
Winston misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Robertson counter with a right hand. #T3#
The fighters circling - Winston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Robertson tries a quick counter leg kick but Winston is wise to it.
Robertson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Robertson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Winston gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Robertson.
Winston swings for the body but Robertson moves out of range.
Winston takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Robertson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Winston loads up on a big right hand but Robertson slips the punch.
Robertson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Winston misses with a left hand
and Robertson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T4#
Robertson misses with a series of wild punches.
Robertson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Robertson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winston scores with a hook.
Winston checks a leg kick.
Winston avoids a punch combination nicely.
Robertson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Winston.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dallas Winston.
Well Winston 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: NYF 57: Donal vs Dandrakulo
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
Gualtieri on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Logan. Logan obviously looking to wear him down.
Gualtieri cracks a nice hook into Logan's ribs.
Logan misses the jab.
Logan slips under a jab from Gualtieri.
Gualtieri swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Logan.
Gualtieri misses with a left hand
and Logan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Logan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gualtieri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gualtieri drops his hands momentarily and Logan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gualtieri misses with a body shot.
Gualtieri lands an overhand right.
Gualtieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Logan loads up on a big right hand but Gualtieri slips the punch.
Gualtieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
Logan slips under a jab from Gualtieri.#T1#
Gualtieri misses with an uppercut.
Gualtieri feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Logans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Logan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Logan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gualtieri.
Logan slips under a jab.
As Gualtieri looks to move away, Logan throws a big counter combo but Gualtieri just gets out of the way.
Gualtieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gualtieri misses with a hook. Logan ducked under it nicely.
Gualtieri takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gualtieri throws an overhand right that lands on Logan's shoulder, as Logan tries to avoid the shot.
Logan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gualtieri.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gualtieri! But no joy.
Paulie Gualtieri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Logan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gualtieri.
Logan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gualtieri connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Logan scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Gualtieri throws a lazy right hand but Logan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Logan lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gualtieri misses with an uppercut
and Logan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nice body kick from Logan.
Gualtieri walks into a jab.#ROC#Gualtieri is rocked!
Logan fakes the body blow, causing Gualtieri to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Gualtieri goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jimmy Logan!
A victorious Jimmy Logan thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RSE 57: Thorns Of Desolation
Date: Mar 06, 2024

#R1#
Lahey swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cifaretto swings for the body but Lahey moves out of range.
Lahey throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Lahey!
Cifaretto showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lahey.
We've been told by Cifaretto's head coaches at Top of Food Chain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lahey throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd cheers as Cifaretto lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lahey doesn't seem phased though.
Cifaretto needs to keep his hands up - Lahey had a free shot at his head there.
Lahey plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Cifaretto to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Cifaretto just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jim Lahey!
An out of breath Jim Lahey thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: RSE 56: Living To Die
Date: Mar 02, 2024

#R1#
Moltisanti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stack slips under a jab.
Stack jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Moltisanti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Stack throws a hook to the side of Moltisanti's head but Moltisanti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stack pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Stack tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Moltisanti was well out of range. Poor timing from Stack.
Stack throws out a loose jab but Moltisanti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Moltisanti takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Moltisanti scores with a sloppy right hand. Stack should have avoided that one.
The fighters circle momentarily. Moltisanti 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.
Stack misses with an uppercut.
Moltisanti misses with a double jab
and Stack counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Moltisanti swings widly with a right hand
and Stack counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Moltisanti swings widly with a right hand
and Stack counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Stack throws out a loose jab but Moltisanti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stack looks to land a left hand but Moltisanti moved out of range nicely.
Stack takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've been hearing reports that Moltisanti has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Stack fails to land with a series of punches.
Stack has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Moltisanti takes one on the button.
Moltisanti moves away from the strike by Stack.
Moltisanti throws a jab when Stack was well out of range.
Stack throws a body shot but no joy.
Moltisanti throws a looping overhand right but Stack ducks down to avoid it.
Stack is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Moltisanti.
Stack swings for the body but Moltisanti moves out of range.
Stack wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stack changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Moltisanti looks to throw the jab but Stack is out of range. #T2#
A jab from Stack misses.
Stack with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Moltisanti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Stack.
Moltisanti misses with a double jab.
Moltisanti fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stack connects with a right hand. Moltisanti shakes it off.
Moltisanti takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stack fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Moltisanti clobbers Stack with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Moltisanti misses with a straight right.
Moltisanti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Moltisanti moves out of range as Stack strikes.
Moltisanti looks to throw the jab but Stack is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Stack on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Moltisanti is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Stack's half guard.#T3##SUB#
Moltisanti is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Stack wants to control but Moltisanti is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Stack looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Moltisanti is pressing down on Stack's thigh, looking to free his foot. Stack is holding on for now.
Stack has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Moltisanti is working away from the top position though.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Moltisanti is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Stack doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Moltisanti. #SUB#
Moltisanti is looking for a kimura but Stack is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Moltisanti to get the leverage.
Stack manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Moltisanti is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Stack looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Moltisanti is defending well. Stack quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Moltisanti has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Stack celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Stack!
Joe Stack really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that 30th Century Beer Store logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: NYF 56: Carter vs Tucker
Date: Mar 02, 2024

#R1##TD#
Bundy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Striker quickly recovers to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bundy seems to be working for a kimura but Striker defends the submission attempt.
Striker really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bundy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Bundy is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Bundy is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Bundy is trying for a kimura here. Striker looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Bundy wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Al Bundy!
Al Bundy thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Solomon Striker had this to say: 'The Fight was rigged. I'm gonna be hUGE'.

Event: RSE 54: Journey To The End
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Aprile throws a jab when Draconis was well out of range.
Draconis feinted with a counter takedown.
Draconis has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Draconis moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Draconis fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Aprile sprawls well initially but Draconis persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Draconis throwing shots but Aprile is blocking nicely.
Aprile tries to kick Draconis off but Draconis keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Draconis sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Aprile defending well though.
Draconis is nestled in close to Aprile, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Draconis not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Draconis 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.
Draconis wants to take a breather but Aprile is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Draconis wants to free his trapped foot but Aprile is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Draconis sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Draconis is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1#
Aprile is looking to escape.#SUB#
Draconis seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Aprile has recovered full guard.
Aprile wants to stand up but Draconis is controlling him.
Aprile looking for a sweep. Not yet Aprile, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Draconis slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Aprile uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Tommy Draconis has been cut.
Aprile with a hook.
Aprile uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Draconis.
It seemed like Aprile was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Aprile digs a good body shot into Draconis's ribs.
Aprile takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Draconis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aprile throws out the jab.
Draconis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Draconis or perhaps it was just good defense by Aprile, which made it look bad.
Draconis has his takedown stuffed
and Aprile counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3##TD#
Draconis scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Aprile taking a bit of punishment here - Draconis scoring with strikes.
Aprile wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Aprile gets back to half guard.
Draconis sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Aprile defending well though.
Draconis missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Aprile felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Aprile is trying to get back to full guard.
Draconis not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Aprile wants to get back to his feet.
Draconis working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Draconis is looking for a kimura but Aprile is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Draconis to get the leverage. #ES2#
Aprile pushes Draconis off and gets back to his feet.
Draconis slips under a jab from Aprile.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Draconis misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tommy Draconis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Draconis shoots in and drives through. Aprile sprawls well.
Aprile lands the left hand.
Aprile lands with a nice combination. Draconis backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#Tommy Draconis's cut is getting worse.
Richie Aprile is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Draconis closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Aprile's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Draconis prevents Aprile from getting back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Aprile dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tommy Draconis's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Draconis looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Aprile is fending him off so far but Draconis persists. Nope, Aprile circles away and we're back to standing.
Draconis shoots in looking for a takedown but Aprile manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Draconis's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Draconis closes this distance looking for a takedown but Aprile circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tommy Draconis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Draconis shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Draconis moves out of range of the strikes.
Draconis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Draconis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aprile.
Aprile loads up on a big right hand but Draconis slips the punch.
Draconis moves out of range of the strikes.
Draconis looks to land a left hand but Aprile moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aprile stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Aprile wants it to stay on the feet.
Aprile has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aprile throws a big shot that misses.
Aprile lands with an uppercut that bounces Draconis off the cage and back into range.
Aprile uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Draconis.
Aprile scores with a crisp jab that stopped Draconis in his tracks. #T1#
Aprile missing with a left hand there. Draconis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Draconis swings widly with a right hand
and Aprile counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#Tommy Draconis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A jab from Aprile finds it's way through Draconis's defenses.
Richie Aprile seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aprile wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice uppercut lands for Aprile. That snapped Draconis's head back.
Draconis throws an off balance right hand #KD2#
and Aprile counters with a beautiful punch that sends Draconis to the canvas!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aprile trying to stand up but can't free himself from Draconis's guard.
Draconis is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Draconis is trying to work for a kimura but Aprile is defending well.
Draconis missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2##ES2#
Aprile has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Draconis is on him like a limpet, forcing Aprile back against the cage.#BC2#
Aprile breaks the clinch. #TD#
Aprile tries to sprawl but Draconis drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Aprile keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Aprile is staying active underneath Draconis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Draconis winds up and cracks Aprile with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Draconis not doing much here.
Draconis is looking to take a break and control but Aprile is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Draconis slips a nice elbow through Aprile's hands, connecting with Aprile's forehead.
Draconis prevents Aprile from standing back up.
Aprile is refusing to be controlled, as Draconis sits in half guard.
Draconis missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Draconis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Aprile knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aprile gets full guard.
Draconis is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Draconis wants to control from the top but Aprile keeps moving. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Draconis being controlled here momentarily.
Aprile is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Draconis is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Draconis scores with a jab. Aprile acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Draconis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tommy Draconis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aprile takes one to the side of the head.
Aprile tries to bum rush Draconis with a series of wild strikes but Draconis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Draconis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aprile.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Aprile showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tommy Draconis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Draconis avoids the body shot from Aprile.
Aprile throws a body punch but Draconis moves out of range.
Draconis attempts a counter takedown but Aprile avoids it well and moves away.
Draconis lands with a nice body punch.
Draconis dives in and grabs Aprile's left leg, looking for a takedown. Aprile pushes down on Draconis's head and hops out.
Aprile doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Draconis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aprile jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Draconis shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aprile as he jumps to the side.
Aprile fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aprile misses with an uppercut.
Aprile will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Aprile uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Draconis. #T1#
Aprile lands a glancing blow to the side of Draconis's head.#TD#
Draconis shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aprile is trying to stand up here but Draconis is controlling him well.
Aprile is trying to maintain the position but Draconis is very close to passing his half guard.
Draconis is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Aprile is looking to get to half guard.
Aprile wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Draconis. #T2#
Aprile wants to hold on but Draconis pushes him away.
Aprile wants to try and get back to his feet.
Aprile in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Aprile is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Aprile taking shots to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aprile is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Draconis working for a guillotine from mount but Aprile is in no mood to give up.
Draconis scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Aprile? #T3#
The referee warns Aprile that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Draconis tries to control but Aprile wriggling away.
Aprile keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aprile is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Tommy Draconis overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Aprile wants to control but Draconis is having none of it.
Draconis with a couple of short strikes.
Aprile is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage. #T4#
Draconis can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Aprile is looking to escape. #SUB#
Aprile defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Draconis.
Aprile is trying desperately to improve position.
Draconis thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Draconis with shots to the head and body - Aprile looks very uncomfortable down there.
Richie Aprile is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Draconis won't let Aprile get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy Draconis showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aprile 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:29
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richie Aprile!
Richie Aprile decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Tommy Draconis was interviewed post fight and said 'This fight was really short notice, only a few days. My manager screwed the pooch here. It's no wonder I lost. It has to be someone else's fault! I'm the shit!'.

Event: RSE 54: Journey To The End
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Chabazian shoots in for a takedown but TheNineteenth shows good takedown defense.
TheNineteenth misses with a looping right.
Chabazian looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chabazian shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says TheNineteenth as he avoids it easily.
TheNineteenth was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
TheNineteenth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chabazian.
Chabazian wants to counter with a clinch but TheNineteenth pushes him away.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
TheNineteenth defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chabazian.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edmond Chabazian.
TheNineteenth fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've been told by TheNineteenth's head coaches at Top of Food Chain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Chabazian was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chabazian dodges the punch combination from TheNineteenth. #TD2#
Chabazian shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in TheNineteenth's guard.#T1#
Chabazian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. TheNineteenth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Chabazian is controlling him.
Chabazian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chabazian wants to control from the top but TheNineteenth keeps moving. #SUB2#
Chabazian thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet but Chabazian is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chabazian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chabazian with a flurry of punches that miss.
Chabazian won't allow TheNineteenth to sweep him here.
Chabazian looking to pass the guard.
Chabazian is working TheNineteenth over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
TheNineteenth wants to stand but Chabazian is controlling the position.
Chabazian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chabazian throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as TheNineteenth works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chabazian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. TheNineteenth is keeping the position for now.
Chabazian stops TheNineteenth from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
TheNineteenth misses with a hook #TD2#
and Chabazian counters with a nice double leg into guard.
TheNineteenth bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chabazian's guard. #REVR#
Chabazian has a closed guard, preventing TheNineteenth from standing up.
Chabazian looking to hit a scissor sweep but TheNineteenth is one step ahead there. #T3#
Chabazian looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
TheNineteenth preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chabazian is on top in guard. #REVB#
TheNineteenth tries to land a sweep but no joy.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Chabazian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Chabazian advances position into side control!
Chabazian scoring with punches and elbows.
Chabazian landing strikes.
Chabazian prevents TheNineteenth from escaping the position.#T4#
Chabazian lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Chabazian working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Chabazian cracks TheNineteenth with a big right hand but TheNineteenth just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Chabazian wants to control but TheNineteenth is keeping him busy.
Chabazian connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused TheNineteenth some visible discomfort.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Chabazian has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Chabazian is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. TheNineteenth knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Chabazian is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but TheNineteenth is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
TheNineteenth with a nice cross.
TheNineteenth throws a big shot that misses.
Chabazian has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Chabazian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
TheNineteenth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chabazian sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chabazian feints the counter takedown.
Chabazian ducks under a wild hook from TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth's jab looks to have found its range, popping Chabazian under the eye.
TheNineteenth throws a series of punches but Chabazian avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth stuffs the takedown attempt from Chabazian. Chabazian gets slowly back to his feet.
TheNineteenth feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chabazians jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Chabazian gets cracked with a nice right hand there by TheNineteenth.
Good exchange - Chabazian coming out on top.
TheNineteenth loads up on a big right hand but Chabazian slips the punch.
Chabazian shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts TheNineteenth as he jumps to the side.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
RollBack TheNineteenth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
TheNineteenth moves into range and connects with a jab.
TheNineteenth lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
TheNineteenth lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A big right from TheNineteenth misses. #T2#
TheNineteenth missing with a left hand there. Chabazian was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chabazian doesn't succeed with the takedown
and TheNineteenth counters with a straight right hand.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edmond Chabazian.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut. Chabazian saw that one coming.
TheNineteenth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chabazian.
Chabazian with the counter takedown but TheNineteenth avoids it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chabazian takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight left.
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Chabazian is out of range.
TheNineteenth scores with a nice head shot.
Chabazian moves away from the strike by TheNineteenth.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by TheNineteenth.#T3#
TheNineteenth clobbers Chabazian with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC#Chabazian is rocked!
TheNineteenth throws a lazy right hand but Chabazian sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chabazian is still on wobbly legs! Can TheNineteenth finish him?#TD2#
Chabazian shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. TheNineteenth manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Chabazian seems to have recovered his senses.
Chabazian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Edmond Chabazian has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chabazian passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Chabazian staying calm.#SUB2#
Chabazian looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
TheNineteenth on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if TheNineteenth tries to get out of the position.#T4#
An elbow from Chabazian crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Chabazian looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
TheNineteenth knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Chabazian on the ground.
TheNineteenth stops Chabazian from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Chabazian is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, TheNineteenth has escaped the position, nice work there.
TheNineteenth is trying to control Chabazian's posture but Chabazian avoids it.
TheNineteenth is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
TheNineteenth wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Chabazian has ideas of his own. He's got hold of TheNineteenth's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! TheNineteenth is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Chabazian!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Edmond Chabazian!
A very excited looking Edmond Chabazian made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: RSE 54: Journey To The End
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
TheNoseBleeds has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from TheNoseBleeds there as he acknowledges the shot.
TheNoseBleeds has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Top of Food Chain in the buildup to the fight.
TheNoseBleeds missing with a left hand there. Uhp was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
TheNoseBleeds fails with a takedown attempt.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in looking for a takedown but Uhp manages to keep the fight standing, pushing TheNoseBleeds's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Uhp throws a right hand that TheNoseBleeds ducks under and follows up with a left that TheNoseBleeds also avoids with ease.
TheNoseBleeds connects with the punch.
Uhp looks to land a right hand but TheNoseBleeds moved out of range.
TheNoseBleeds misses with a right hand
and Uhp counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds has been cut.
TheNoseBleeds looks to score with a jab to the body but Uhp is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for WatchingFrom TheNoseBleeds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uhp fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. TheNoseBleeds looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
TheNoseBleeds shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Uhp defends it nicely.#T1#
Uhp displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as TheNoseBleeds throws out the jab.
Light Uhp is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Uhp takes a body punch but keeps moving.
TheNoseBleeds lands with an overhand left.
Uhp connects with a good right hand that stumbles TheNoseBleeds. TheNoseBleeds circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Uhp moves out of range of the strikes.
Uhp looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
TheNoseBleeds misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Uhp.
Uhp scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
TheNoseBleeds throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Uhp misses the shot to the body.
Uhp uses good head movement to avoid the hook from TheNoseBleeds.
Uhp lands with a cross. #ROC2#TheNoseBleeds is rocked!#T2#
Uhp lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in TheNoseBleeds - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Uhp!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Light Uhp!

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