Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DARE 11
Date: Nov 03, 2017

#R1#
Lupertazzi dips to his left and cracks Zamana with an uppercut!
Zamana takes a jab right on the kisser.
Zamana wants to clinch up but Lupertazzi keeps it at a distance.
Lupertazzi throwing a counter right hand but Zamana manages to avoid it.
Lupertazzi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lupertazzi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lupertazzi stuffs the takedown attempt from Zamana. Zamana gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Lupertazzi has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch. #CL#
Lupertazzi has closed the distance and engaged Zamana in a clinch.
Zamana is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Zamana tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lupertazzi taking a breather.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Lupertazzi.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lupertazzi. #T1#
Nice body punch from Lupertazzi.
Zamana can't get the takedown.
Diego Lupertazzi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafal Zamana.
A short uppercut from Lupertazzi.
Lupertazzi throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Zamana blocks it with crossed arms.
Lupertazzi presses Zamana against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Zamana tries to pull guard but Lupertazzi won't allow it.
Lupertazzi lands a nice uppercut.
Lupertazzi lands an uppercut.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Zamana 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.#BC#
Lupertazzi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Lupertazzi clinches with his opponent.
Lupertazzi lands a damaging elbow.
Zamana tries to pull guard but Lupertazzi forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch. #CL#
Lupertazzi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Zamana, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Lupertazzi manages to break the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zamana takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Diego Lupertazzi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lupertazzi lands a nice looking body shot. #T2##CL#
Lupertazzi has managed to clinch.
Lupertazzi lands a body shot.
Still in the clinch, Lupertazzi scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Lupertazzi.
Zamana takes a shot to the head.
Zamana looks winded!
Lupertazzi throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Zamana blocks it with crossed arms. #BC#
Lupertazzi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lupertazzi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Zamana takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Diego Lupertazzi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lupertazzi digs a good body shot into Zamana's ribs.
Lupertazzi's corner calls for a 1-2. Lupertazzi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lupertazzi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Lupertazzi rushes Zamana and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Lupertazzi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lupertazzi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Zamana changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lupertazzi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
Lupertazzi lands an overhand right.
Lupertazzi throws out a powerful jab.
Lupertazzi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lupertazzi jabs Zamana to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lupertazzi slaps away a takedown attempt from Zamana, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Lupertazzi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Lupertazzi clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Lupertazzi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lupertazzi cracks Zamana with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lupertazzi lands with a shot to the body.
Zamana takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lupertazzi lands with a nice body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lupertazzi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4##CL#
Lupertazzi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Zamana fails to pull guard.
A shot in the inside from Lupertazzi.
Lupertazzi lands a shot to the body.
Lupertazzi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lupertazzi lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Lupertazzi breaks from the clinch.
Zamana gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lupertazzi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd cheers as Lupertazzi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Zamana doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Lupertazzi darts in and clinches Zamana up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Lupertazzi breaks from the clinch.
Lupertazzi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Zamana has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Lupertazzi lands a head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Lupertazzi dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Zamana jumps guard but Lupertazzi stands there with Zamana around his waist. Zamana gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lupertazzi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zamana can do to turn this around?#BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lupertazzi scores with a three punch combo! #CL#
Lupertazzi rushes Zamana and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Zamana is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lupertazzi to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Lupertazzi drives through and clinches with Zamana against the cage.
Lupertazzi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lupertazzi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lupertazzi lands a body shot.
Lupertazzi lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zamana drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Diego Lupertazzi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafal Zamana.
Lupertazzi lands a shot to the body.#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lupertazzi.
Zamana is breathing heavily.
Lupertazzi lands with a short shot to the head.
Lupertazzi lands an uppercut.
Diego Lupertazzi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Zamana takes a shot to the head.
Lupertazzi taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Zamana fails to pull guard.
Lupertazzi scores with a shot to the side of Zamana's head. #BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Lupertazzi darts in and clinches Zamana up against the cage.
Lupertazzi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zamana backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lupertazzi.
Lupertazzi lands with a right to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Lupertazzi.
Lupertazzi lands a good knee to the midsection. Zamana won't want to take too many of those.#BC#
Lupertazzi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Lupertazzi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Lupertazzi lands a nice shot that snaps Zamana's head back.
Lupertazzi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Lupertazzi moves into the clinch.
Lupertazzi lands with a light punch inside.
Lupertazzi misses with an elbow over the top.
Zamana's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lupertazzi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Zamana tries to pull guard but Lupertazzi won't allow it.
Zamana takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Lupertazzi manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Lupertazzi takes the fight into the clinch.
Zamana tries to pull guard but Lupertazzi won't allow it. #BC#
Lupertazzi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lupertazzi scores with a shot to the body. #CL#
Lupertazzi gets a clinch. #T3##BC#
Lupertazzi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Lupertazzi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lupertazzi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lupertazzi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lupertazzi scores with a nice hook to the head.
The referee calls for Lupertazzi to work.
Lupertazzi stalls. #BC#
Lupertazzi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lupertazzi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Diego Lupertazzi is winning the standup battle so far.
Lupertazzi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#ROC#
Zamana is rocked!
Lupertazzi lands a jab to the head.
Zamana is still on wobbly legs! Can Lupertazzi finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lupertazzi scores with a nice head shot.
Lupertazzi 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. #T4#
Lupertazzi lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Lupertazzi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zamana at a distance.
Lupertazzi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lupertazzi lands with a nice combination. Zamana backs away looking to recover.
Lupertazzi scores with a punch to the head.
Lupertazzi lands with an overhand left.
Lupertazzi lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Zamana falls backwards - clearly groggy! Lupertazzi dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Diego Lupertazzi!

Event: LAW007: Hunters_game
Date: Jun 18, 2017

#R1#
Manning moves out of range of the body kick.
Good exchange - Manning coming out on top.
Manning lunges at Zamana with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Zamana's hand.
Manning uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Zamana has time to react.
Zamana walks into a left hand.
Manning moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Manning misses with a series of wild punches.
Manning moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manning scores with a body shot.
Manning throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Manning has knocked Zamana down with a huge combo! Manning steps away and waves a wobbly Zamana back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Manning takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC#
Zamana is rocked!
Manning bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Zamana is still on wobbly legs! Can Manning finish him?
Manning is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Zamana looks up at the clock. Bad move! Manning lands a right hand from hell, dropping Zamana. Manning pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Troy Manning!

Event: LAW004: Climbing Ranks
Date: May 20, 2017

#R1##CL#
Faria forces Zamana back against the cage and clinches.
A right hand to the body from Faria.
Faria putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zamana in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Zamana looks winded!
Faria connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Rafal Zamana has been cut.
Faria lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Faria pushes Zamana back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Faria lands a nice knee to the body. #KD#
Faria lands a big knee to the head and Zamana goes down! Faria is looking to finish! #ROC#
Zamana is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Faria crunches a massive hammerfist down on Zamana - he's out! Faria Holds back on further strikes and jumps to his feet to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Abbe Faria!
Abbe Faria really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that RAGS of a RONIN logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: LAW002: TITLE Hunt
Date: May 06, 2017

#R1#
Zamana fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nash let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nash. Zamana does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zamana looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nash motions for Zamana to come forward. Nash throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A jab from Nash misses.
Nash swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nice straight punches there by Nash. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nash.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana slips a straight right by Nash.
Zamana half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nash looks to land a right hand but Zamana moved out of range.
Zamana feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Zamana looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zamana.
A countering left hand to the body from Nash misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafal Zamana. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zamana shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nash doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nash digs a good hook to Zamana's body.
Nash scores with a jab to the head.
Nash looks to land a combination but Zamana avoids it well.
Nash connects with a jab.#TD#
Zamana gets the takedown into side control.
Nash is trying to get back to half guard.#T2##SUB#
Zamana has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Nash is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Zamana yanks on the arm and Nash is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Zamana.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafal Zamana!
Rafal Zamana seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 33
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
Zamana fails with the takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Zamana thinking.
Zamana has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Gonzalez is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Gonzalez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zamana.
Zamana tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gonzalez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gonzalez appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Gonzalez 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.
Zamana with a lazy takedown attempt
and Gonzalez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nick Gonzalez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafal Zamana.
Zamana doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Gonzalez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Zamana with a lazy takedown attempt
and Gonzalez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1##TD2#
Zamana changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Gonzalez looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Gonzalez is looking for a sweep.
Zamana landing strikes.
Zamana trying to control the position but Gonzalez is working away.
Gonzalez taking punishment in the form of punches.
Gonzalez manages to work his way to half guard, despite Zamana's best efforts.#SUB#
Gonzalez actively working from the bottom here.
Gonzalez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zamana trying to control but Gonzalez is working from the bottom. #T2#
Gonzalez wants to sweep but no luck.
Gonzalez is working hard here to advance position.
Zamana in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Zamana trying to control but Gonzalez is working from the bottom.
Zamana controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Gonzalez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zamana defends well.
Zamana engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3##SUB#
Gonzalez pushes a forearm under Zamana's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Zamana is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nick Gonzalez !
A very excited looking Nick Gonzalez rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 28
Date: Mar 11, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Steele closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Zamana quickly recovers to half guard.
Steele missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Steele working Zamana over with strikes.
Steele landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Steele working the head and body with strikes.
Steele working the head and body with strikes.
Steele is nestled in close to Zamana, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Steele throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Zamana is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Steele pulls his head out easily.
Steele drops an elbow to the side of Zamana's head.
Steele working the head and body with strikes.
Steele lands with a punch from half guard. #ROC2#
Zamana is rocked!
Zamana is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Steele scores with a couple of nice shots.
Oh Zamana is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steele is nestled in close to Zamana, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Steele controlling the position here and throwing strikes from the top. Nice elbow lands there... and another... and another... oh, Zamana is out! Steele gets to his feet and admires his work - nice finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Brannigan Steele!
Brannigan Steele thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Just Bleed 23
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
Zamana takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Manning lands with a straight right. Zamana didn't see that one coming.
Manning with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Manning fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Manning throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Manning dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Manning's corner calls for a 1-2. Manning obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Zamana takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Zamana 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.
Manning lands a head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Manning stuns Zamana with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zamana takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Manning throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zamana stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Manning fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zamana looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Manning lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zamana at a distance.
Manning cracks a nice hook into Zamana's ribs.
Manning jabs Zamana to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Zamana looks winded!#T1#
Zamana takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Manning looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Manning is looking to wear down Zamana with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A left and a right from Manning both land. Nice combination.
Manning has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Shit House-(12 coaches, all double elites) in the buildup to the fight.
Troy Manning is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Manning connects with a body shot.
Manning fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zamana looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Manning connects with a jab.
Manning lands a nice looking body shot.
Manning really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Manning scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zamana takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A left and a right from Manning both land. Nice combination.
Manning thuds a left hand into Zamana's body.
Manning connects with a body shot that sends Zamana's belly button to the back.
Manning lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #T2#
Manning scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Manning lands a jab to Zamana's midsection.
Manning scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Zamana takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zamana takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Manning scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Manning closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Troy Manning seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manning ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Manning comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Manning bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Manning listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Zamana gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Manning scores with a shot to the body.
Manning is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T3#
Manning ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Manning pivots, looking for a leg kick but Zamana is out of range and Manning settles back down.
Zamana is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Manning is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Manning wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Manning scores with a hook to the body. Zamana takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Good standup being displayed there by Manning as he connects with a hook.
Zamana takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Manning paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Manning lands with a good body shot.
Manning dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zamana takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Manning scores with a jab to the body.
Manning scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Manning dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Manning fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zamana looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Manning lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Manning throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zamana stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Manning connects with a body shot.
Manning lands a really nice looking cross but Zamana seems unphased.
Manning throws a series of strikes that have Zamana backpedaling.
Manning throws a low kick, looking for Zamana's leg but Zamana calmly moves out of range.
Zamana seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Manning shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Zamana is backing up but Manning catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Zamana covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Manning Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Troy Manning!

Event: Just Bleed 18
Date: Dec 31, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Zamana changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kong looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kong is looking to get back to his feet here but Zamana is keeping cool and he's managed to take Kong's back.#SUB2#
Zamana is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Kong is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rafal Zamana!
An out of breath Rafal Zamana thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Krom Kong spoke after the fight, saying 'U were to good tonite,but i would like rematch, in the future '.

Event: Just Bleed Midweek 4
Date: Dec 07, 2016

#R1#
Khan scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#
It looks like Rafal Zamana has been cut.
Zamana looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Zamana just misses with a punch to the body.
Khan feints a counter leg kick.
Zamana shoots in looking for a takedown but Khan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zamana's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Zamana misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Khan counters by moving into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Khan.
Khan lands a right hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Khan.
Khan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Zamana fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafal Zamana. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zamana tries to pull guard but Khan won't allow it.
Zamana fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Zamana is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Zamana is looking for a takedown.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A frustrated look appears on Zamana's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Khan taking a breather.
Khan avoids the elbow strike from Zamana, against the cage. #T1#
Zamana fails to pull guard.
Khan prevents a takedown attempt there.
Khan lands a nice shot to the body.
Zamana is breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Khan.
Zamana jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Khan walks away with a smile on his face. Zamana gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Zamana takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Khan lands with a shot to the body.
Zamana on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD2#
Khan lands a big uppercut and Zamana crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Zamana looks OK. Khan waves Zamana back to his feet!#ROC2#
Zamana is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Khan jabs Zamana to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Oh Zamana is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Zamana misses with a takedown attempt
and Khan counters with a crisp right that sends Zamana to the canvas! Khan follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tobious Khan!

Event: Just Bleed 11
Date: Nov 12, 2016

#R1##TD#
Zamana closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Zamana lands in his opponent's guard.
Zamana is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Barbell Brigade - $1000 that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Evelin wants to stand but Zamana is controlling the position.
Zamana throwing strikes from guard but Evelin blocks nicely.
Zamana loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zamana drops back looking for a leg! Evelin is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Evelin manages to kick Zamana off! Zamana jumps back into Evelin's guard.
Evelin wants to stand and escape but Zamana is having none of it.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Zamana stays in close to Evelin's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Evelin. No joy for Zamana on that attempt.
Evelin shoots in for a takedown but Zamana shows good takedown defense.
Zamana closes this distance looking for a takedown but Evelin circles away.
Zamana dives in for a single leg takedown but Evelin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Evelin appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafal Zamana. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zamana goes for a double leg but Evelin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Evelin continues to drive forward.
Evelin let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Zamana shoots for a double leg takedown but Evelin sprawls well. He's pushed Zamana's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Despite the aggression on Evelin's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD#
Zamana looking to score a takedown here. Evelin is defending well but Zamana drives through and ends up in Evelin's guard.
Zamana is breathing heavily.
Zamana prevents Evelin from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Zamana is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zamana looking to sit in guard and control but Evelin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Evelin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Zamana is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Evelin is aware though and is defending well.
Evelin postures up.
Zamana looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zamana has momentary wrist control but Evelin slips an elbow through the middle.
Evelin working some strikes from top position.
Evelin landing with the ground and pound.
Evelin won't allow Zamana to sweep him here.
Evelin scoring with some ground and pound.
Evelin is working Zamana over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Evelin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
Zamana working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Zamana looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zamana trying to control the position. #SUB#
Zamana is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Evelin defends well.
Zamana 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#
Zamana is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Evelin is just riding it out for now. Zamana eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Evelin is trying to stand up here but Zamana is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Rafal Zamana will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Evelin shoots in and drives through. Zamana sprawls well.
Zamana half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zamana fails with the takedown.
Zamana fails with the takedown
enabling Evelin to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Zamana shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Evelin wants to stand up but Zamana is controlling him.
Zamana stands up over Evelin, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zamana seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Evelin for as long as he can get away with.#T1#
Zamana trying to control the position from guard on top but Evelin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zamana postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Evelin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB#
Zamana drops back looking for a leg! Evelin is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Evelin manages to kick Zamana off! Zamana jumps back into Evelin's guard.
Zamana prevents Evelin from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zamana tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
so Evelin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Evelin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Zamana preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Evelin postures up.
Evelin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Zamana had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Evelin defends it easily.#SUB#
Zamana is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Evelin postures up and lands a big shot to Zamana's brow. #T3#
Evelin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Zamana trying to keep a closed guard but Evelin is proving a slippery customer.
Evelin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Rafal Zamana overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zamana pulls Evelin in to control the position.
Evelin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Evelin works over Zamana with some ground and pound from guard.
Evelin postures up in Zamana's guard and throws a big left but Zamana blocks it.
Zamana looking to control.
Evelin is in close to Zamana's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Zamana is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Evelin is aware though and is defending well.
Evelin lands a couple of elbows.
Zamana is trying to control the position but Evelin postures up.
Evelin is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
Evelin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Evelin lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Evelin preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Evelin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zamana has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Evelin has managed to get both his arms back between Zamana's legs - danger averted.
Evelin distracts Zamana with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Evelin working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zamana's head.
Evelin is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Evelin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Evelin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Evelin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Evelin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Evelin creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gero Evelin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Evelin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Evelin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD#
Zamana decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Zamana lands strikes from half guard.
Evelin wants to get back to his feet.
Evelin wants to stand back up but Zamana manages to pass into side control.
Zamana has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Evelin!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Evelin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zamana lands a big shot there that rocks Evelin but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #SUB#
Zamana is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Evelin can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #T1#
Zamana wants to control the pace but Evelin is squirming around nicely.
Evelin is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Zamana takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zamana looking to control but Evelin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Zamana goes for an armbar but Evelin turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Evelin.
Zamana looking to control.
Evelin is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Evelin cracks Zamana with a solid left hand.
Zamana trying to keep a closed guard but Evelin is proving a slippery customer.
Evelin works over Zamana with some ground and pound from guard.
Zamana is trying to control the position but Evelin postures up.
Evelin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Evelin keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zamana's head.#T3#
Zamana looking for a sweep. Not yet Zamana, not yet. #SUB#
Zamana looking for a guillotine here but Evelin defends easily.
Zamana will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Zamana not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Zamana has his foot on Evelin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Evelin works his way back into a safe position though.
Evelin scoring with punches to the head and body.
Zamana looking for a sweep. Not yet Zamana, not yet.
Evelin working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zamana's head.
Zamana trying to control the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Evelin's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Evelin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zamana. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Zamana is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Zamana wants to sweep here but Evelin controlling him for the moment.
Evelin lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Evelin working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zamana's head.#SUB#
Zamana looking for a guillotine here but Evelin defends easily.
Evelin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Evelin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Evelin working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zamana's head.
Evelin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Zamana looking for a guillotine here but Evelin defends easily.

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

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

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: Just Bleed 7
Date: Oct 22, 2016

#R1#
Zamana shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nice body punch from Powell.
Zamana tries for a takedown but Powell circles away easily#CL2#
and Powell counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Powell. #TD2#
Powell tightens his grip and picks Zamana up, before dumping him to the ground. Zamana manages to land in guard.
Powell lands a couple of digs.
Zamana not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Zamana is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Powell defends well.
Zamana is pulling down on Powell's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana wants to sweep but no luck.
Zamana trying to keep a closed guard but Powell is proving a slippery customer.
Powell throwing strikes from guard but Zamana blocks nicely. #T1#
Zamana keeping moving, preventing Powell from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Powell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zamana is keeping the position for now.
Powell throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Zamana works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Zamana keeping moving, preventing Powell from controlling successfully.
Powell looking to pass the guard.
Powell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Powell trying to control but Zamana is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Powell stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Zamana throws up his legs and catches Powell in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Powell tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Zamana! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rafal Zamana!
After winning the bout, Rafal Zamana thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Just Bleed MMA
Date: Oct 05, 2016

#R1#
Zamana fails with a takedown attempt.
Herrera shoots for a takedown but Zamana saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Herrera shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Zamana decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Herrera's guard.
Zamana scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Herrera controls Zamana momentarily but Zamana frees himself.
Herrera looking for a sweep. Not yet Herrera, not yet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Zamana's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Herrera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Herrera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zamana is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Zamana is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Herrera has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Zamana is looking to defend but Herrera has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Zamana! Herrera pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Zamana taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nicky Herrera!

Event: Just Bleed 4
Date: Oct 01, 2016

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Kong.
Kong feints and then cracks Zamana's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Zamana down.
Zamana takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Zamana shoots in but Kong avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kong throws out a counter right but Zamana avoids it with no problem.
Zamana takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kong.
Kong's coach down at 3Band MMA ($500/week) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kong's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kong with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Zamana takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kong moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T1#
Kong buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kong connects with an inside leg kick.
Kong misses with a series of wild punches.
Kong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kong throws a one two combo.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zamana.
Zamana takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL#
Zamana fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kong, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Zamana shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafal Zamana. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zamana is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kong.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body kick from Kong.
Kong lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kong misses with the body kick#TD#
and Zamana counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Zamana trying to control the position from guard on top but Kong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zamana slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zamana prevents Kong from getting back to his feet.
Kong keeping full guard, as Zamana tries to pass. #T3#
Zamana is working hard here to advance position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kong can do anything to dispel that myth.
Zamana stops Kong from standing up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Zamana's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kong scores with a spinning back kick!#CL#
Zamana rushes Kong and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Zamana pulls Kong into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kong trying to stand up but can't free himself from Zamana's guard.
Zamana trying to keep a closed guard but Kong is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Kong got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zamana has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kong has managed to get both his arms back between Zamana's legs - danger averted.
Zamana working a defensive guard here. #T4##SUB#
Zamana is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Kong frees his head nicely. Oh but Zamana has switched to an armbar! Kong is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Rafal Zamana!
A victorious Rafal Zamana thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Krom Kong had this to say: 'U were to good tonite,but i would like rematch, in the future '.

Event: Just Bleed 1
Date: Sep 09, 2016

#R1##TD#
Zamana decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Cage punching from the bottom.
Zamana looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cage is looking to improve his position.
Zamana not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cage punching from the bottom.
Cage wants to control but Zamana is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Zamana is trying to work for a kimura but Cage is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cage manages to get to full guard.
Cage throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #T1#
Zamana tries to free his leg and advance position but Cage is retaining full guard.
Cage wants to sweep but no luck.
Zamana prevents Cage from getting back to his feet.
Zamana preventing the sweep.
Cage really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zamana. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Cage throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Zamana is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Barbell Brigade - $1000 that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Cage throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cage tries to score a power double leg takedown but Zamana sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Cage somewhat.
Cage has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Zamana is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD2#
Cage shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2#
Zamana on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Zamana blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cage.
Zamana regains full guard. Nicely done.
Cage chips away with some ground and pound.
Zamana tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cage accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Zamana avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cage trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Cage works over Zamana with some ground and pound from guard.
Cage is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Zamana not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cage throwing strikes from guard but Zamana blocks nicely.
Cage throws an elbow that misses. Zamana uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Cage's guard. Nice move by Zamana!#REVR#
Zamana wants to control from the top but Cage keeps moving.
Cage thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Zamana content to stall in guard here.
Cage keeping moving, preventing Zamana from controlling successfully.
Cage throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cage punching from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Cage can do anything to dispel that myth.
Cage throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Zamana pushes down on Cage's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Zamana is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cage punching from the bottom.
Cage striking from the bottom.
Zamana passes to full mount!
Zamana forces the positional change into back control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Zamana is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Cage has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafal Zamana dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Cage bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Zamana struggling a bit here.
Zamana wants to get back to his feet.
Cage working away.
Zamana manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cage drops an elbow to the side of Zamana's head.
Zamana gets back to full guard.
Cage trying to control the position from guard on top but Zamana is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cage's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Zamana preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zamana bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cage's guard. #REVR#
Cage tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cage doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Zamana showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cage looking to control.
Cage throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Cage trying to keep a closed guard but Zamana is proving a slippery customer.
Cage looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zamana is one step ahead there.
Cage is breathing heavily.
Cage has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Zamana has passed into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Zamana in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Zamana blocks the strikes from Cage.
Zamana is looking to take a break and control but Cage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cage is looking for a sweep.
Cage is being controlled here. #T3##SUB#
Zamana wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cage, who protects the arm well.
Cage is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Cage wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Zamana trying to control the position but Cage is working away. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zamana working away.#SUB#
Zamana tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cage holds on to Zamana's head and controls the position momentarily.
Cage is trying to improve his position.
Zamana avoids the strikes from the bottom by Cage.
Cage tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cage is working to avoid the ground and pound but Zamana connects with a decent elbow. #SUB#
Zamana is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cage is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Zamana looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafal Zamana dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Cage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Zamana tries to clinch but Cage is having none of it. #TD#
Zamana gets a takedown into half guard.
Cage is trying to stand back up but Zamana is controlling him #SUB#
Zamana is working for a kimura but Cage is defending it quite comfortably.
Cage tries to kick Zamana off but Zamana keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cage tries to get to full guard but Zamana has control of the leg. #T1#
Zamana wants to control but Cage is keeping him busy.
Zamana blocks the strikes from Cage.
Cage is looking to control Zamana's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cage avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Zamana is working for a submission of some sort.
Zamana is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cage can do to turn this around?
Cage is trying to stand back up but Zamana is controlling him #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cage is concentrating on defense, preventing Zamana from advancing position.
Zamana trying to control the action but Cage is working from the bottom.
Zamana prevents Cage from improving his position.
Cage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zamana seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Cage does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Zamana gets a takedown into half guard.
Zamana wants to take a breather but Cage is having none of it.
Cage wants to control but Zamana is keeping busy.
Cage tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T3#
Cage lands a couple of sideways elbows.
Zamana moves into side control, avoiding the strikes from Cage.
Cage takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Cage misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Cage is being controlled here.
Cage is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Zamana landing strikes. #SUB#
Zamana has hold of Cage's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Cage tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Zamana cranks the arm and Cage screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Cage, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Rafal Zamana!
Rafal Zamana very nearly forgot to thank M.O. Fight Wear 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.
The defeated Tom Cage had this to say: 'fair game, we lose and win dat is the part of game, love to my fans and coaches!!!####'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 18, 2016

#R1#
Ruiz is looking to clinch. #TD#
Zamana gets caught flat footed, as Ruiz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Ruiz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Zamana throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ruiz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ruiz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Zamana works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruiz throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Ruiz drops back looking for a leg! Zamana is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zamana manages to kick Ruiz off! Ruiz jumps back into Zamana's guard.
Our spies down at at Barbell Brigade - $700 inform us that Zamana has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Zamana controls Ruiz momentarily but Ruiz frees himself. #T1#
Zamana controlling the position.#SUB2#
Zamana had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ruiz defends it easily.
Zamana is adopting a defensive guard.
Zamana keeping moving, preventing Ruiz from controlling successfully. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Ruiz drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Zamana manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ruiz has Zamana in his guard.#REVB#
Zamana won't allow Ruiz to sweep him here.
Ruiz can't keep his opponent in guard - Zamana advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Ruiz gets back to full guard.
Ruiz is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Zamana pushes down on Ruiz's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Zamana controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Zamana is looking for a kimura here.
Zamana stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ruiz gets back to full guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ruiz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Zamana with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ruiz controlling the position.
Ruiz is trying to control the position but Zamana postures up.
Ruiz 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.
Zamana trying to control the position from guard on top but Ruiz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ruiz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zamana stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ruiz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zamana's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafal Zamana dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Zamana shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Ruiz decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Zamana is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ruiz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ruiz's back!#SUB2#
Zamana is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ruiz is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zamana.
Ruiz manages to reverse the position and now he's in Zamana's guard. Nice work there by Ruiz.
Zamana has his hands on Ruiz's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Zamana has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ruiz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Ruiz trying to control but Zamana is working from the bottom.
Zamana trying to control the position.
Zamana is pulling down on Ruiz's head to control his posture.
Let's hope that Zamana has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Zamana keeping moving, preventing Ruiz from controlling successfully.
Ruiz scoring with punches to the head and body. #SU#
Ruiz stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Zamana misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Ruiz counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ruiz.
Ruiz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Zamana wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ruiz lands a nice uppercut.
Ruiz misses with some punches. #T3#
Ruiz stalling in the clinch but Zamana improves position. #TD#
Ruiz works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ruiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ruiz preventing the sweep.
Zamana controls Ruiz momentarily but Ruiz frees himself. #SUB2#
Zamana is looking for a triangle but Ruiz pushes his legs off easily.
Ruiz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ruiz'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.
Ruiz trying to control the position from guard on top but Zamana is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Ruiz postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Zamana is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ruiz wants to stand but Zamana is controlling his posture from full guard.
Ruiz looking to sit in guard and control but Zamana gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zamana postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Ruiz dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Zamana shoots in for a takedown but Ruiz shows good takedown defense.
An attempted straight right counter from Ruiz misses the target.
Ruiz throws a right and a left that Zamana avoids nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ruiz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ruiz swats away the attempt to clinch by Zamana.
Ruiz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruiz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ruiz misses with a few strikes there.
Zamana appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Zamana fails with the takedown
and Ruiz counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Nice takedown defense from Ruiz. No joy for Zamana on that attempt.
Oliver Ruiz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafal Zamana.
Zamana avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ruiz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Zamana doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ruiz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Zamana gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ruiz to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Zamana working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ruiz. #T2#
Ruiz trying to control but Zamana is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Zamana looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zamana bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ruiz's guard. #REVB#
Zamana wants to control from the top but Ruiz keeps moving.
Zamana is pushing down on Ruiz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ruiz is fighting to maintain full guard but Zamana has managed to sneak the leg through.
Zamana takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ruiz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Ruiz looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Zamana performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zamana with the ground and pound but Ruiz uses the opportunity to regain guard. #SUB#
Ruiz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zamana throws a big right hand that misses.
Ruiz being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ruiz seems keen to control Zamana's posture.
Zamana controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ruiz looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ruiz wants to sweep here but Zamana controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Zamana with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ruiz counters with a nice body shot. #TD2#
Zamana closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 29:28
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: HFC 52:Randhawa vs Tauer
Date: Aug 13, 2016

#R1#
Cannon throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Zamana decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cannon's guard.
Zamana trying to control the position from guard on top but Cannon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cannon trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Cannon is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Zamana rolls with it to try and escape but Cannon cranks on the arm and Zamana is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Todd Cannon!
Todd Cannon managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Voodoo Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: HFC 48:Klimov vs Martin
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1#
A cross from Dyachkov lands.
Dyachkov lands a jab-cross combination.
Dyachkov throws a leg kick which misses Zamana's front leg but catches the back leg as Zamana tries to avoid it.
Dyachkov connects with the punch.
Zamana tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Dyachkov swivels and escapes.
Dyachkov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Zamana doesn't seem bothered though.
Dyachkov throws a shot to the body.
Dyachkov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dyachkov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zamana on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Zamana takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dyachkov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dyachkov lands a glancing blow to the side of Zamana's head.
Dyachkov with a nice cross.
Nice body punch from Dyachkov.
Dyachkov scores with a shot to the body.
Zamana looks winded!#T1#
Zamana has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dyachkov.
Zamana has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Dyachkov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Leonid Dyachkov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zamana has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dyachkov finds it's way round the side to connect with Zamana's head.
Dyachkov lands a nice shot to the body.
Dyachkov scores with a hook to the body. Zamana takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dyachkov works the jab nicely.
Zamana closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zamana takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Zamana misses with a takedown attempt - Dyachkov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dyachkov lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Dyachkov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dyachkov connects with a jab.
Zamana has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Dyachkov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dyachkov.
Dyachkov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zamana stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dyachkov throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Zamana crashing down! Zamana tries to stagger back to his feet but Dyachkov just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Zamana asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leonid Dyachkov!
A relieved looking Leonid Dyachkov 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: HFC 42:Kruger vs Tripplet
Date: Jun 04, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Hussain gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hussain is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hussain wants to get back to his feet but Zamana passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hussain is trying to stand.
Hussain definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#ES#
Hussain kicks Zamana off and gets back to his feet.
Hussain feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Zamanas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hussain throws a series of punches but Zamana moves out of range. #T1#
Hussain connects with a looping right hand.
Zamana wants to clinch up but Hussain keeps it at a distance.
Zamana on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Zamana fails with a takedown attempt.
Emre Hussain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hussain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zamana takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice straight punches there by Hussain. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hussain.
Zamana needs to keep his hands up - Hussain had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Zamana or perhaps it was just good defense by Hussain, which made it look bad.
Hussain throws out a powerful jab.
Hussain scores with a jab.
Hussain swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hussain with a nice cross.
Hussain scores with a spinning back kick!
Hussain fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Zamana blocks a head kick by Hussain.
Hussain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zamana. #T3#
Hussain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Hussain lands with a hook. Zamana tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hussain punishes Zamana's body with a nice straight punch.
Hussain is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hussain throws a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Zamana 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Zamana takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zamana.
Emre Hussain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafal Zamana.
Hussain lands a body shot.
Hussain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zamana has his takedown stuffed
and Hussain counters with a good, hard body kick but Zamana shrugs it off.
Zamana looks winded!
Hussain throws out a powerful jab.
Hussain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hussain lands with an uppercut that bounces Zamana off the cage and back into range.
Zamana takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hussain lands a nice shot that snaps Zamana's head back.
Zamana walks into a straight right hand from Hussain.
Zamana on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hussain throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Zamana.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emre Hussain 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#
Zamana moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hussain clobbers Zamana with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Zamana needs to keep his hands up - Hussain had a free shot at his head there.
Rafal Zamana is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Zamana showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hussain.
Zamana with the counter takedown but Hussain avoids it easily.
Hussain is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hussain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hussain as he jumps to the side.
Hussain went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zamana. #T1#
Hussain lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Zamana backs up against the cage.
Zamana with a poor takedown
and Hussain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Emre Hussain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafal Zamana.
Zamana is breathing heavily.
Hussain lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Hussain lands with a cross.
A good leg kick by Hussain.
Hussain lands with an overhand left.
Zamana tries for a takedown but Hussain circles away easily
enabling Hussain to counter with a crisp jab.
Hussain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zamana can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zamana has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hussain.#T2#
Hussain throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Hussain displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #ROC#
Zamana is rocked!
Hussain lands with a shot to the body.
Emre Hussain is winning the standup battle so far.
Hussain scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hussain scores with a nice head shot.
A head kick from Hussain lands but Zamana takes it in his stride.
Hussain digs a good body shot into Zamana's ribs.
A left lands for Hussain.
Hussain lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Zamana is still on wobbly legs! Can Hussain finish him?
Hussain throws a nice head kick! #T3#
Hussain lands a right hook to the body.
Hussain connects with a right hand. Zamana shakes it off.
Hussain scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Zamana doesn't seem bothered though.
Hussain misses with a jab, cross combination. #KD#
Hussain sends Zamana crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Hussain is motioning to the referee to let Zamana up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Hussain fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Zamana.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hussain throws an overhand right that drops Zamana like a sack of potatoes! Hussain dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Emre Hussain!
Emre Hussain thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 37:Bronson vs Hussain
Date: May 13, 2016

#R1##TD#
Zamana scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jensen gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Jensen manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Our spies down at at MMA tranning center /w 160nutrition inform us that Jensen has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Jensen has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Zamana should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Jensen has tightened it up now! Zamana should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Brian Jensen!

Event: HFC 31:Jensen vs Hussain
Date: Apr 16, 2016

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Zamana. No joy for Manik on that attempt. #CL#
Manik moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Zamana has clasped his hands together around Manik's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Zamana looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Manik tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Manik is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana is staying tight to Manik's torso, preventing him from escaping.
You can see the frustration on Manik's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zamana happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Zamana is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Manik knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Manik throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Manik is trying to improve his position.
Manik regains half guard.
Manik flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Manik tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Manik punching from the bottom. #SUB#
Manik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Zamana not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nice strikes from Zamana there.
Manik is looking to escape.
Zamana slows the pace down in half guard.
Manik keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Zamana is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##TD2#
Zamana looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Manik looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Manik lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage. #SUB2#
Zamana is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Manik defends it well.
Manik misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Zamana controlling the action here.#T4#
Manik wants to control but Zamana is keeping busy.
Manik slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Manik trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zamana is pushing down on Manik's leg trying to pass to half guard. Manik is fighting to maintain full guard but Zamana has managed to sneak the leg through.
Zamana blocks the strikes from Manik.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafal Zamana dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Zamana throws a sloppy head kick and Manik moves out of range easily.
Manik has been working on his balance at Barbell Brigade, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Zamana.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Zamana.
Zamana cracks Manik with a big right hand but Manik just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Manik tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Zamana thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Manik throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamana working away.
Zamana looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Zamana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Manik defending against the ground and pound. #T1#
Manik tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Manik striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Manik is pushing Zamana's head away, looking to escape. Zamana manages to hold on to the position though.
Manik can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Zamana thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Manik is looking to regain half guard here but Zamana keeps moving and retains side control.
Zamana wants to control but Manik is keeping him busy. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Manik is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Zamana tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zamana has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Manik tries to improve position but can't.
Manik struggling a bit here.
Zamana trying to control the position but Manik is working away.
You can see the frustration on Manik's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Zamana is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Manik's half guard.#T3#
Manik is trying to stand.
Zamana is trying to control the action in half guard but Manik is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Zamana blocks the strikes from Manik.
Manik 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.
Zamana controlling the action here.
Manik is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zamana's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zamana's back!
Zamana tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Manik is stalling here but it's allowed Zamana to get half guard. #T4#
Zamana is trying to get back to full guard.
Zamana moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Manik postures up in Zamana's guard and throws a big left but Zamana blocks it.
Manik postures up.
Manik trying to control the position from guard on top but Zamana is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manik would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Manik stopping the sweep attempt from Zamana.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafal Zamana showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Manik throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zamana's waist but Zamana gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Manik off to one side.
Alk Manik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Zamana darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Zamana scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Manik is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Zamana in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Manik tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Zamana!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafal Zamana!
After the big win, Rafal Zamana made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Max Octane Fight Wear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

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