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Event: SYN 817 Mumu 3.0 vs. Simon     
Date:   Jul 24, 2021
#R1#
Udomprecha slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Udomprecha throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Fairbanks counters by clinching up.
Fairbanks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Udomprecha backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land. #BC2#
Udomprecha's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Udomprecha throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a nice body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Udomprecha does a little dance to reset his feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Udomprecha moved out of range nicely.
Udomprecha lands a jab to the head.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Udomprecha blocks it.
Fairbanks cracks Udomprecha with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
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!
Fairbanks swings for the body but Udomprecha moves out of range.
Udomprecha on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Fairbanks drives through and clinches with Udomprecha against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Udomprecha. #T1#
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Udomprecha backwards.
Udomprecha can't break the clinch.
Udomprecha is trying to force a seperation but Fairbanks has the dominant position.
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Udomprecha backwards.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks. #BC2#
Udomprecha manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks scores with a jab.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Udomprecha moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a push kick but Udomprecha slaps the foot to one side.
Udomprecha bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Fairbanks's head backwards.
Udomprecha swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Udomprecha blocks it.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Fairbanks there.
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!
Udomprecha takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Udomprecha moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks is looking to slow Udomprecha down with leg kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Fairbanks.
Udomprecha throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Udomprecha moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Udomprecha has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Udomprecha lands a really nice looking cross but Fairbanks seems unphased.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Udomprecha walks forward, straight into a front kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks works over Udomprecha's head and body with a nice combination.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Udomprecha cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Udomprecha with the inside leg kick.
Udomprecha bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fairbanks goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Udomprecha avoids the head kick by Fairbanks.
Udomprecha follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T3#
Udomprecha keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left. #CL#
Fairbanks gets a clinch.
Fairbanks working aggressively here. #BC2#
Udomprecha pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Udomprecha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Udomprecha walks into a stiff left hand from Fairbanks.
A big left from Udomprecha misses.
Udomprecha throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Udomprecha.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Udomprecha's shoulder, as Udomprecha tries to avoid the shot.
Udomprecha takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fairbanks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Udomprecha slips the punch.#T4#
Fairbanks lands a nice shot that snaps Udomprecha's head back.
Udomprecha lands a nice looking kick to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back to recover. #CL#
Fairbanks closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Udomprecha breaks the clinch.
Udomprecha misses with a straight right.
Udomprecha takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Udomprecha.
Udomprecha avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice defenses there by Udomprecha.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Udomprecha blocks it.
Udomprecha throws a fast counter high kick but Fairbanks manages to duck under it in time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Udomprecha connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Fairbanks's hands.
Fairbanks listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Udomprecha moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Fairbanks lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Udomprecha ducked under it nicely.
Udomprecha looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Udomprecha scores with the left hand. Fairbanks knows he should have avoided that one.
Fairbanks tests Udomprecha's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks lands with a right hand.
Fairbanks tries a head kick but it misses.
It seemed like Udomprecha was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot that sends Udomprecha's belly button to the back.
Udomprecha steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Udomprecha.
Fairbanks 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!
Udomprecha throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Udomprecha lands a lovely overhand right.#ROC2#Fairbanks is rocked!#T1#
Fairbanks is aggressively charging in as Udomprecha backs up avoiding any damage. Udomprecha tosses out a jab and Fairbanks runs right into it face first! Fairbanks is out cold! Udomprecha dropped down on all fours and is barking in Fairbanks's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Paw Paw Udomprecha!
A victorious Paw Paw Udomprecha thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: SYN 809 Maluga vs. Cruz Jr II     
Date:   Jun 27, 2021
#R1#
Puller cracks Fairbanks with a right hand to the side of the head.
Puller misses with a double jab.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Puller scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Puller takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Puller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A slow jab from Puller misses its intended target.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Puller avoids them all with ease.
Puller lands with a good body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch
and Puller counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Puller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Puller looks to land a combination but Fairbanks avoids it well.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Puller throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Puller.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Puller.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a big counter.
Puller lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Puller.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.
Puller pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Fairbanks back to the cage. Puller follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Puller looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Puller comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Puller ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Nice jab there from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Puller connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Fairbanks scrambles back to his feet.
A head kick misses from Fairbanks.
Puller jabs at Fairbanks's body.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Puller.
Puller punishes Fairbanks's body with a nice straight punch.
Puller slips under a jab.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Puller avoids it easily.
Fairbanks is looking to land body kicks.
Puller stuns Fairbanks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Puller throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Puller misses with a hook.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Puller keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Puller swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Puller displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Puller circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Puller defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Puller misses with a wild combination.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Puller throws out the jab.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Puller moves away.
Puller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Puller works over Fairbanks's head and body with a nice combination.
Fairbanks walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Puller checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Puller.
Puller fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Puller lands a jab to Fairbanks's midsection.
Fairbanks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Puller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Puller throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Puller throws a series of strikes that have Fairbanks backpedaling.
Puller lands a nice looking body shot.
Puller lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target. #T3#
Puller connects with a body shot.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Puller ducks down to avoid it.
Puller scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Puller scores with a body shot.
Puller misses with a double jab.
Fairbanks lands a head shot.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks moves to clinch but Puller breaks away
and Puller counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Puller steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Puller looks to land a combination. Fairbanks sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#ROC2#Fairbanks is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Puller weaves into range and cracks Fairbanks right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Fairbanks goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Puller is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lewis Burwell Puller!
As Lewis Burwell Puller got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Thanks to MKFC for having my back. Thanks to the fans for showing love. Thanks to my opponent for putting on one hell of a show.'.

 

Event: ALPHA-1: Fight Kingdom Night 2     
Date:   May 29, 2021
#R1#
Williams works over Fairbanks's head and body with a nice combination.
Williams cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've been hearing reports that Williams has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Williams throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fairbanks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Williams works the jab nicely.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Williams.
Fairbanks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fairbanks's coach down at Tōshi was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fairbanks's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Williams throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Fairbanks appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Williams scores with a jab.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Fairbanks does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Williams avoids it easily.
The crowd cheers as Williams lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Williams throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Williams avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Williams keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.#TD#
Williams looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

Fairbanks manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Williams keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Williams lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Williamss head. #T1#
Williams lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Williams.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Williams.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Williams blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Williams throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fairbankss head.
Williams scores with a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Williams pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Williams uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Williams swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice jab there from Williams.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Williams throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a straight right hand.
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!
Fairbanks needs to keep his hands up - Williams had a free shot at his head there.
Williams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Fairbanks cracks Williams with a right hand to the side of the head.
Williams scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Williams paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Desmond Fairbanks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Williams fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A lazy left from Williams finds it's target.
Williams misses with a series of wild punches.
Fairbanks looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Williams wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Williams is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Williams bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Williams finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Williams's head but Williams sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Williams wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Williams misses the jab.
Fairbanks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Williams lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fairbanks at a distance.
A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Williams misses the target.
Williams defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Williams is looking to counter the offense by Fairbanks and move into the clinch.
Williams lands a glancing blow to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks staying out of range there.#T3#
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Williams checks the leg kick nicely there.
Williams displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Williams.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Williams was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Williams cracks Fairbanks with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Williams avoids the punch easily.
Williams throws a good cross that connects.
Williams lands a jab.
Robin Williams seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Williams lands with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Williams slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fairbanks lands a glancing blow to the side of Williams's head.#CUT2#It looks like Robin Williams has been cut.
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!
Fairbanks cracks Williams with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD#
Williams scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fairbanks wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
Fairbanks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fairbanks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Fairbanks looks like he's trying to stand up. #ES2#
Fairbanks kicks off Williams and gets to his feet.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Williams steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.#TD#
Williams closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Fairbanks makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Williams tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Williams throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Williams moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.#CL#
Williams moves into the clinch.
Nice body punch from Williams.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Williams working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Williams misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks has had enough of the clinch but Williams keeps him there for the moment.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks pushes Williams back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robin Williams dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robin Williams's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Fairbanks takes one to the side of the head.
Williams misses the jab.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Fairbanks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fairbanks looks for the body kick but Williams saw that one coming.
Williams lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Williams throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fairbanks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Williams does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Williams's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Williams's head but Williams sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks needs to keep his hands up - Williams had a free shot at his head there.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Williams.
Williams is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fairbanks can do to turn this around?
Fairbanks fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Williams moves out of range.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Williams pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Fairbanks back to the cage. Williams follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Williams scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Williams. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Williams.#T1#
Nice body punch from Williams.
Williams 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.
Fairbanks slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Williams throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks is looking to score with low kicks.
Williams swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Williams has closed the distance and engaged Fairbanks in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Williams lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC#
Williams manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Williams staying out of range there.
Williams comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks throws the kick towards the body but Williams avoids it.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Williams pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Williams throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fairbanks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Williams throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Williams darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Fairbanks lands with a straight right. Williams didn't see that one coming.
Williams dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Williams throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Williams uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Williams waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Williams slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
As Fairbanks tries to get set, Williams tries to push him back and clinch up but Fairbanks manages to avoid the attempt.
Fairbanks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Williams avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks is looking to score with low kicks.
Nice shot by Williams.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Williams blocks it.
Fairbanks takes one to the side of the head.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Williams uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Williams is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Fairbanks.#T3#
Fairbanks lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Williams.
Williams lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Williams lands a really nice looking cross but Fairbanks seems unphased.
Good exchange - Williams coming out on top.
Williams throws out a powerful jab.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
A lazy left from Williams finds it's target.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
A cross from Fairbanks lands.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Williams lands with an overhand left.
Williams scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks tried to score with a low kick but Williams checks it.
Williams slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Nice uppercut lands for Williams. That snapped Fairbanks's head back.
Williams darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Williams lands a glancing blow to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Robin Williams is winning the standup battle so far.
Williams showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fairbanks. #T4#
Williams lunges at Fairbanks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fairbanks's hand.
Williams connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fairbanks connects with a jab.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Williams.
Williams lands a nice looking body shot.
Fairbanks cracks Williams with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Williams comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Williams connects with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Williams bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Fairbanks's head backwards.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Williams avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a front kick aimed at Williams's knee but Williams avoids it well.
Williams closes the distance and clinches up with Fairbanks, looking for a takedown. Williams pushes Fairbanks against the cage but Fairbanks circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Williams lands a jab to the head.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fairbanks with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Williams to score with a decent uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Williams's head but Williams sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robin Williams dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robin Williams's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Williams avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Williams keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Williams.
Fairbanks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Williams showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks connects with a single shot there.
Williams defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Williams sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Williams lands a really nice looking cross but Fairbanks seems unphased.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
It looked like Williams was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Fairbanks.
That kick from Williams tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Williams sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Williams cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Williams fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Williams lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Williams changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Williams lands with a shot to the body.
Williams misses the jab.
Williams lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Williams thows a left - swing and a miss!
Williams avoids the head kick by Fairbanks.
Williams ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Williams avoids it easily.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Williams throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Nice defenses there by Williams.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Williams uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Williams was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Fairbanks.
Williams lands an overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Williams listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Williams blocks it.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Williams blocks it.
Williams throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Williams sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Williams wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A jab from Williams finds it's way through Fairbanks's defenses.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Williams avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Williams dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Williams is out of range.
Williams bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Williams scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks throws a wild body kick that Williams sees coming a mile off.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Williams slips the punch.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Williams lands a lovely overhand right.
A cross from Williams lands.
Williams lands a right hook to the body.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
Williams throws a shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Williams ducked under it nicely.
Williams tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Williams.
Williams throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left. #T3#
Williams wants to clinch up but Fairbanks keeps it at a distance.
Williams sizes up Fairbanks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The fighters circle momentarily. Williams darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Williams scores with a sloppy right hand. Fairbanks should have avoided that one.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Williams is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Williams scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Williams tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Williams lands a nice looking body shot.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Williams is just out of range.
Williams with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A nice inside leg kick there by Williams. That's going to slow Fairbanks down.
Williams bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Williams throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Williams swinging wildly here.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Williams.
Williams wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Williams catches Fairbanks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Williams. #CL#
Williams has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Fairbanks taking a breather.
Williams lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Williams. #BC2#
Fairbanks's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Williams tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Fairbanks getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fairbanks thuds his right hand into Williams's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Williams takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Williams doesn't manage to clinch there - Fairbanks circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Williams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Williams displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Williams is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Fairbanks.
Nice shot by Williams.
Fairbanks connects with the punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Robin Williams showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Williams, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robin Williams!

Robin Williams decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: C33: Lydon vs. Umm     
Date:   May 01, 2021
#R1#
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
letting Petrov counter with a right hand.
Fairbanks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Petrov.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Petrov.
Petrov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Petrov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick
and Petrov counters with a three punch combo that has Fairbanks backing up. Fairbanks nods at Petrov to acknowledge the strikes.
Petrov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Petrov manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks jabs Petrov right on the nose. Petrov blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Petrov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Fairbanks pivots, looking for a leg kick but Petrov is out of range and Fairbanks settles back down.
Petrov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Fairbanks blocks it well.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Fairbanks. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Petrov walks into a straight right hand from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Petrov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Petrov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nice uppercut there from Fairbanks.#ROC#Petrov is rocked!
Fairbanks looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Petrov is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Petrov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the leg kick from Petrov.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov seems to have recovered his senses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Petrov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes one on the button.#KD#
Oooh a lovely combination from Fairbanks sends Petrov down but not out. Fairbanks dives into side control looking to finish.
Fairbanks wants to control but Petrov is keeping him busy. #SU#
Fairbanks decides to stand up, so the ref orders Petrov to his feet. #T2#
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Petrov to counter with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Petrov's body.
Petrov misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Petrov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
Fairbanks throws a head kick but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Fairbanks stuns Petrov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Petrov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Fairbanks! Petrov is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: C24: Gee vs. Overflow     
Date:   Mar 20, 2021
#R1#
Vinyard staying out of range there.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinyard moves away.
Fairbanks scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Vinyard.
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vinyard swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
A lazy left from Vinyard finds it's target.
Vinyard slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Vinyard avoids the punch easily.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinyard is looking to counter punch.
Vinyard connects with a jab.
Fairbanks tries a head kick but it misses.
Fairbanks throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinyard blocks a head kick by Fairbanks.
Vinyard scores with a nice strike.
Vinyard lands a right hook to the body.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Vinyard's body. #T1#
Vinyard ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Vinyard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinyard throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vinyard.
Fairbanks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vinyard throws a head kick but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Vinyard is out of range.
It looked like Vinyard wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fairbanks lands with a right hand. #ROC2#Vinyard is rocked!
Fairbanks pounces like a tiger and cracks Vinyard with a vicious hook! Vinyard is down but not out! Fairbanks follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Desmond Fairbanks!
After the fight, Desmond Fairbanks 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: C18: Menshikov vs. Alyoshin     
Date:   Feb 20, 2021
#R1#
Jab by Tzien.
Hratch Tzien seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tzien slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Tzien throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Tzien feints and then cracks Fairbanks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fairbanks down.
Tzien lands a nice shot that snaps Fairbanks's head back.
Tzien ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tzien throws a nice inside leg kick.
Fairbanks stalks Tzien and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tzien's face. Tzien staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#It looks like Hratch Tzien has been cut.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Tzien lands a really nice looking cross but Fairbanks seems unphased.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tzien displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Tzien moves away and avoids it.
Tzien looks to land a body kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Tzien uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tzien 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.
Fairbanks tries to land a leg kick but Tzien saw it coming and moves away.
Tzien lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Tzien avoids the punch easily.
Fairbanks lands with an uppercut that bounces Tzien off the cage and back into range.
Jab by Tzien.
Tzien checks a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tzien. That's going to slow Fairbanks down. #T1#
Tzien lands with a straight right. Fairbanks didn't see that one coming.
Tzien uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fairbanks has time to react.
Tzien connects with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Tzien defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks lands with a right hand.
Tzien tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Fairbanks's corner calls for a 1-2. Fairbanks obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL2#
Tzien gets a clinch.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tzien swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tzien's elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks tries to work over Tzien's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Tzien lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks tries to work over Tzien's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tzien being controlled against the cage.#T2#
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tzien prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Tzien misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tzien.#BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Tzien shakes it off.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Tzien connects with a jab.
Tzien scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tzien misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Tzien.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot that snaps Tzien's head back.
Tzien lands a nice shot that snaps Fairbanks's head back.
Tzien lands a jab to the nose.
Tzien swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the head.
Tzien lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tzien ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tzien. Tzien obviously looking to wear him down. #T3#
Fairbanks throws a body kick that misses.
Tzien throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tzien avoids the head kick by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a head kick but Tzien moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Tzien.
Fairbanks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tzien fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Tzien closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tzien fails to land.
Tzien lands with a right to the head.
Tzien lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Tzien uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tzien swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks. #T4#
Tzien lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Tzien working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tzien throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks works on Tzien's body with a couple of short punches.
Fairbanks lands a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tzien.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Tzien avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tzien. #BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A lazy body kick from Fairbanks
and Tzien counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tzien.
Tzien cracks Fairbanks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fairbanks catches Tzien with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice defenses there by Tzien.
Tzien slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fairbanks throws a series of strikes that have Tzien backpedaling.
Tzien scores with a nice head shot.
Tzien checks the leg kick.
Tzien swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fairbanks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Tzien was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hratch Tzien will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Hratch Tzien's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tzien.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It appears Fairbanks was looking to counter with a kick there.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Tzien.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Tzien saw that one coming.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Tzien has managed to clinch.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Tzien.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Tzien has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
A right hook to the body lands for Tzien.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Tzien.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Tzien throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Tzien was well out of range.
Tzien stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Fairbanks.
Tzien buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tzien looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tzien throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Tzien looks to land a right hand but Fairbanks moved out of range.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Tzien avoids it easily.
Fairbanks drops his hands momentarily and Tzien takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tzien listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tzien ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Tzien counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fairbanks takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Tzien does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Tzien turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tzien with a nice calf kick.
Fairbanks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tzien takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Tzien.
Tzien lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tzien, as that shot connected.
Tzien scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Tzien's shoulder, as Tzien tries to avoid the shot.
Fairbanks lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T2#
Tzien scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tzien fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tzien slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Tzien lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Tzien slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Tzien appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fairbanks lands a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks throws the kick towards the body but Tzien avoids it.
Fairbanks takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CL2#
Tzien instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Tzien.
Tzien throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Tzien misses with the head strike.
Tzien working aggressively here.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Tzien blocks it.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tzien's elbow.
Tzien lands a knee to the body. #T3#
A short right from Tzien.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tzien.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to break free but Tzien pushes him back against the cage.
Fairbanks works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fairbanks taking a breather.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Tzien misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tzien misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tzien swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hratch Tzien seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Tzien prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Tzien lands with a right to the head.
Fairbanks is trying to maintain a safe position but Tzien gets an underhook and turns Fairbanks into the cage.
Tzien prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tzien lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Tzien throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
A head punch on the inside from Tzien fails to land.
Fairbanks works on Tzien's body with a couple of short punches.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tzien.
Tzien misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tzien misses with some punches.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks slowing the pace effectively.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tzien working aggressively here.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Tzien fails to land.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tzien misses with some punches.
A short right from Fairbanks.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hratch Tzien showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Hratch Tzien's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fairbanks lunges at Tzien with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tzien's hand.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tzien with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tzien.
Tzien tries to bum rush Fairbanks with a series of wild strikes but Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tzien manages to avoid it.
Tzien moves out of range of the strikes.
Tzien swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
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!
Tzien blocks a jab.
Tzien takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tzien throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tzien throws the left hand but Fairbanks avoids the punch easily.
Tzien fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tzien getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tzien is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Fairbanks throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tzien.
Fairbanks thuds his right hand into Tzien's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tzien lunges at Fairbanks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fairbanks's hand.
Good exchange - Tzien coming out on top.
Fairbanks takes one to the chin there.
A bone on bone clash there as Tzien blocks the leg kick.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Tzien's body.
Tzien thumps Fairbanks with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tzien. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tzien throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tzien ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Jab, jab by Tzien - just one landing.
Tzien throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fairbanks throws a head kick that misses.
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!
Tzien takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that Tzien avoids nicely.
Tzien lands a nice shot to the body.
Tzien fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tzien dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fairbanks. That did some damage!
Tzien uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Tzien scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Tzien moves into the clinch successfully.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tzien misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tzien lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tzien misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tzien misses with a punch on the inside.
Tzien swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Tzien controls the action.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Tzien lands a right hand.
Tzien swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tzien.#T3#
Tzien swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tzien is keeping busy.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tzien scores with a shoulder strike.
Tzien lands a shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks works on Tzien's body with a couple of short punches.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tzien misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Tzien fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tzien has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Tzien lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
A short uppercut from Tzien. #T4#
Tzien's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
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!
Fairbanks trying to control the position but instead, Tzien has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fairbanks into the cage.
Tzien misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Fairbanks as the two fighters clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Tzien presses Fairbanks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tzien lands with a left to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tzien.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but instead, Tzien has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fairbanks into the cage.
Tzien working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Tzien has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tzien misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Tzien fails to land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hratch Tzien comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tzien has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hratch Tzien!

Hratch Tzien bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: Combate 15: Out vs. Raymaker 2     
Date:   Jan 30, 2021
#R1#
Murray displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Murray lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Murray moves out of range.
Fairbanks tests Murray's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Murray has time to react.
Murray moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Murray throwing a counter right hand but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Murray throws a nice outside leg kick.
Murray has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Murray throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Murray slips under a jab.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lunges at Murray with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Murray's hand. #CL#
Murray gets a clinch.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Murray blocks it.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Murray controls the action.
Murray lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairbanks avoiding damage as Murray throws knees to the body.
Murray effectively controlling the action here.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Murray blocks it.
Fairbanks wants to get back to striking at distance but Murray won't allow it. #T1#
Murray controlling the action here for a moment.
Fairbanks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Murray controls his hands.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Murray blocks it.
Nice elbow from Murray.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Murray.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks.
Murray lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #BC2#
Fairbanks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murray.
Murray misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Desmond Fairbanks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Murray with the inside leg kick.
Murray uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Murray on the side of the head. #ROC2#Murray is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Alex Murray has been cut.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Oh Murray is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murray misses with a leg kick.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that drops Murray like a sack of potatoes! Fairbanks dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
In defeat, Alex Murray stepped up to the mic, saying 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.

 

Event: CFN8: Fairbanks vs. Burnham     
Date:   Dec 31, 2020
#R1#
Fairbanks slaps away a takedown attempt from Burnham, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Burnham shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Fairbanks but Fairbanks pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Burnham shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Fairbanks napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fairbanks is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Burnham is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fairbanks is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Fairbanks wants to get back to his feet but Burnham drags him back down.#SUB2#
Burnham is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fairbanks is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Fairbanks is trying to stand up here but Burnham is controlling him well.
Burnham is keen to just control but Fairbanks is a slippery customer.#T1#
Fairbanks is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Burnham is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Fairbanks pushes Burnham off looking to stand but Burnham dives back in and keeps control.
Burnham is trying to control the action in half guard but Fairbanks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Burnham has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Fairbanks defend it? Burnham steps over the head and cranks it - Fairbanks is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Burnham!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lester Burnham!
After winning the bout, Lester Burnham thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: CEC 701     
Date:   Nov 21, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Ziskie avoids the punch easily.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Ziskie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fairbanks walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ziskie.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ziskie.
Ziskie on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Fairbanks. Fairbanks obviously looking to wear him down.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ziskie.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ziskie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fairbanks's coach down at Tōshi was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fairbanks's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Fairbanks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice jab there from Ziskie.
A jab from Ziskie misses.
Ziskie throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ziskie throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Ziskie avoids it easily.
Ziskie is looking to counter with a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ziskie misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Ziskie really felt that one!
Ziskie scores with a leg kick.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ziskie's hands.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that Ziskie avoids nicely.
It looked like Ziskie was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Fairbanks.#T1#
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Ziskie counters with a good low kick that Fairbanks was not able to check.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fairbanks moves away from the strike by Ziskie.
A left lands for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick that misses.
Fairbanks scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ziskie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fairbanks falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ziskie counters with a straight right hand.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Ziskie counters with a good, hard body kick but Fairbanks shrugs it off.
Ziskie feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fairbankss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks takes one to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Ziskie.#T2#
Ziskie connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Ziskie avoids it easily.
Fairbanks darts in trying to clinch
and Ziskie finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Fairbanks lands with an overhand left.
Ziskie connects with a single shot there.
Ziskie misses with a looping left.
Good standup being displayed there by Fairbanks as he connects with a hook.
Ziskie connects with a solid leg kick.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Ziskie avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Ziskie pushes Fairbanks back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T3##BC#
Ziskie breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ziskie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ziskie scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fairbanks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ziskie on the side of the head.
Ziskie looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Ziskie misses its intended target.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Ziskie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ziskie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Ziskie's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fairbanks under the eye.
Ziskie connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fairbanks momentarily.
Ziskie tries to land a leg kick but Fairbanks saw it coming and moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Fairbanks there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Fairbanks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ziskie has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ziskie and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ziskie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ziskie slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks Ziskie with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#ROC2#Ziskie is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Philip Ziskie has been cut.#T4#
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Oh Ziskie is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fairbanks lands a nice looking body kick.
BOOM! Fairbanks lands a beautiful left hook that drops Ziskie. Ziskie tries to recover but Fairbanks is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Ziskie lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
A less than humble Desmond Fairbanks misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: CEC 698.5     
Date:   Oct 31, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Donk. Fairbanks catches Jackson right on the button with a cross.
Jackson lands a nice shot that snaps Fairbanks's head back.
Jackson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fairbanks tries to close the distance and clinch but Jackson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jackson scores with a sloppy right hand. Fairbanks should have avoided that one.
Fairbanks tries to score with a low kick but Jackson moves his leg out of the way.
Jackson throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Jackson's coach down at Cozad MMA London was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jackson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Jackson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jackson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
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!
Fairbanks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jackson in his tracks.
Fairbanks connects with a solid leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a body kick that misses.
Jackson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Some bone on bone action there as Jackson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jab by Fairbanks.
Jackson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jackson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Jackson throws a body kick.
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jackson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fairbanks finds it's way round the side to connect with Jackson's head. #ROC#Jackson is rocked!#T1##CL#
Fairbanks fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jackson, pushing him back against the cage.
Jackson tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairbanks avoids the damage to the body.
Fairbanks tries to work over Jackson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Fairbanks takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a body punch.
Jackson tries to stall but Fairbanks uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Jackson is struggling to control the position.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jackson cracks Fairbanks with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Fairbanks being controlled against the cage.
Jackson tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairbanks avoids the damage to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
A short uppercut from Jackson.
Jackson misses with an elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lands a right hand.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands. #BC#
Fairbanks escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks Jackson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jackson staying out of range there.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Fairbanks tried to score with a low kick but Jackson checks it.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Jackson as he connects with a hook.
Jackson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jackson cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks thuds his shin into the meat of Jackson's side.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jackson!
Jackson moves out of range as Fairbanks throws a body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick misses from Jackson.
Nice jab there from Jackson. #CL#
Fairbanks clinches with his opponent.
Fairbanks is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Fairbanks working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Fairbanks pushes Jackson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Fairbanks as the two fighters clinch.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jackson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Fairbanks up against the cage.
Jackson looking to stall.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fairbanks scores with the left hand. Jackson knows he should have avoided that one.
Fairbanks lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Fairbanks closes the distance and pushes Jackson back into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Fairbanks thuds his shin into the meat of Jackson's side.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Jab by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jackson. Jackson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jackson is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Fairbanks.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson seems to have recovered his senses.
Fairbanks misses with a two punch combination.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Good exchange - Fairbanks coming out on top.
Fairbanks walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson throws a leg kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Jackson swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jackson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Jackson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Jackson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
A combination from Fairbanks does no damage.
Jackson misses with a head kick.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jackson tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jackson looks up at the clock. Bad move! Fairbanks lands a right hand from hell, dropping Jackson. Fairbanks pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
The defeated Oshan Jackson had this to say: 'I tryed my best i want to thank the fans for coming out and supporting me. Ill be back and next time ill get the finish for you guys.'.

 

Event: PFC 212.5 Terranova vs Mfer     
Date:   Oct 10, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A nice leg kick from Fairbanks, right into the meat of the thigh.
Axius 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.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fairbanks lands a slapping body shot.
Fairbanks is looking to land body kicks.
Axius misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Axius shakes it off.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.#CL2#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch successfully.
Axius misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Axius working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Axius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Axius lands a shot to the body.
Axius misses with a punch on the inside.
Axius throws a head punch that misses.
Axius blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is stalling here. #T1#
Axius lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks presses Axius against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Axius tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Axius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch.
A good leg kick by Axius.
Axius throws a head kick that misses.
Despite the aggression on Fairbanks's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Axius at a distance.
Axius fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Axius scores with a hook to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Axius jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Axius lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
A shot to the liver by Axius. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL2#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch.#T2#
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Axius blocks it.
Fairbanks tries to work over Axius's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Axius lands a body punch in the clinch.
Axius blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Axius lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Axius is working Fairbanks over against the cage.
Axius tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Axius lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Axius tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Axius struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Axius throws a head punch that misses.
Axius goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Axius swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Axius.
Axius misses with a body punch.
Axius lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
I was talking to Axius's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T3#
Axius lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Axius.
Axius cracks Fairbanks with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Axius tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Axius lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Axius softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Axius throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Axius tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Axius tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Axius lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Axius.
Fairbanks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Axius misses with a body punch.
Axius presses Fairbanks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Axius working aggressively here.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Axius seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Fairbanks can turn it around.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Axius.
Axius prevents a body shot from Fairbanks. #T4#
Axius throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Axius.
Axius blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Axius blocks it.
A short body shot lands from Axius as the two fighters clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Axius.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Axius.
A nice right hand lands inside from Axius.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Axius lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Axius lands with a right to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gemellus Axius dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A jab from Fairbanks does it's job there.
Fairbanks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Axius sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Axius is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fairbanks can do to turn this around?
Axius throws a combination. Fairbanks tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Axius misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Axius has time to react.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Axius moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks feints and then cracks Axius's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Axius down.
A nice leg kick from Axius, right into the meat of the thigh.
Axius fails in his attempt to clinch.
Axius moves in looking to clinch but Fairbanks pushes him off.
Axius misses with a hook
and Fairbanks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Axius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Axius.
Axius fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Axius misses with a body kick.
Axius connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.#T1#
A jab lands there for Fairbanks.
Axius scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fairbanks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gemellus Axius is winning the standup battle so far.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Fairbanks - that will leave a mark!
Axius takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A left and a right from Axius both land. Nice combination.
Fairbanks throws a push kick but Axius slaps the foot to one side.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Axius throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Axius tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy head kick and Axius moves out of range easily.
Axius appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Axius tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Axius steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Fairbanks. That one must have hurt.
Fairbanks scores with a nice head shot.
Axius misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Fairbanks connects with a solid leg kick. #T2#
Axius goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Fairbanks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Axius blocks the body kick.
Axius jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Axius gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Axius tries to keep at a distance but Fairbanks has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Axius.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Axius.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Axius blocks it.
Fairbanks will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Axius up against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T3#
Axius can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action. #BC2#
Fairbanks manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Axius is looking to counter punch.
Axius lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fairbanks at a distance.
Axius throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Axius looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Axius is just out of range.
Axius misses with a body kick.
Axius misses with a body kick.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Axius digs a good body shot into Fairbanks's ribs.
Axius works the jab nicely.
Axius avoids a kick to the body.
Axius thinks about countering with a body kick.
Axius throws a leg kick but Fairbanks checks it.
Fairbanks throws a low kick but Axius avoids it.
Axius takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T4##CL#
Axius moves into range and clinches up with Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is trying to break the clinch but Axius has him pressed against the cage.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Axius's elbow.
Axius tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Axius lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Axius misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Axius blocks it.
Axius tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Axius controls the action.
Axius blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Axius lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Axius struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Axius misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Axius keeps control of Fairbanks as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Gemellus Axius will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Axius counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a few strikes there.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Fairbanks crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Axius - the referee stops the clock and Fairbanks gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Axius. Fairbanks manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Axius uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks lands with a good body shot.
Axius misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Axius tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Axius lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Axius getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Axius gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
A short left from Axius. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Gemellus Axius has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Axius prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius misses with the head strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Axius as Fairbanks tries to tie him up.
Axius blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Axius lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Axius prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice right hand lands inside from Axius.
Axius stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Axius scores with a shoulder strike.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Axius misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks tries to break free but Axius pushes him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Axius.
Fairbanks wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Axius has him pressed against the cage.
Axius throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Axius can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Axius tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Axius's elbow.
Gemellus Axius is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fairbanks tries to work over Axius's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Axius misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Axius throws a quick inside leg kick.
Axius ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Axius lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Fairbanks misses with a kick to the body.
Axius throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Axius lands with a kick to the temple. Fairbanks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Axius lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Axius cracks a nice hook into Fairbanks's ribs.#CL#
Fairbanks gets tackled into the cage by Axius. Axius maintains the clinch.
Fairbanks wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Axius has him pressed against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Axius lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Axius.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Axius misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Axius.
Axius lands a right hand.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Axius's elbow. #T4#
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Axius's elbow.
Fairbanks is looking to break free of the clinch but Axius has double underhooks.
Axius prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Axius prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Axius lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Axius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Axius controls the action.
Axius lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Axius.
Axius blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gemellus Axius showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Axius 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gemellus Axius!

Our winner, Gemellus Axius, 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: PFC 205 Bennett vs Parade     
Date:   Sep 06, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yoshida lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yoshida throws out the jab.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks connects with a leg kick.
Yoshida misses with a kick to the body
and Fairbanks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Yoshida, as that shot connected.
Yoshida throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Yoshida defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Yoshida swats away the attempt to clinch by Fairbanks.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yoshida throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Yoshida saw that one coming.
Yoshida lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Yoshida moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yoshida with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fairbanks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yoshida.
A big left from Yoshida misses.
Fairbanks throws a head kick that misses
letting Yoshida counter with a right hand.
Yoshida lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Fairbanks looks for the body kick but Yoshida saw that one coming.
Fairbanks keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Yoshida now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Yoshida saw that one coming.
A countering left hand to the body from Yoshida misses.
Fairbanks fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Yoshida is out of range.
A head kick misses from Yoshida.
Yoshida takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Yoshida sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Yoshida. That's going to slow Fairbanks down.
Yoshida fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yoshida. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yoshida lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice body punch from Yoshida.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoshida is just out of range.
Fairbanks defending well as Yoshida loads up on a big left hand.
Nice defenses there by Yoshida.
Yoshida throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Yoshida scores with a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yoshida catches Fairbanks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
Fairbanks tries to work over Yoshida's front leg with a kick but Yoshida checks it.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot that sends Yoshida's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking body kick.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Yoshida throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Yoshida.
Fairbanks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yoshida looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yoshida.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fairbanks takes a swing at Yoshida's ribcage but misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Yoshida checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Yoshida scores with a push kick.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Yoshida lands a slapping body shot.
Good work by Fairbanks as he checks the leg kick.
Yoshida tries to move into range but Fairbanks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fairbanks misses with a leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick
and Yoshida counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Yoshida manages to avoid it.
Yoshida misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
Yoshida fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fairbanks lands a nice leg kick that just misses Yoshida's sensitive parts.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yoshida throws out the jab.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yoshida was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Yoshida is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
Good shot there by Fairbanks.
A jab lands there for Yoshida.
Yoshida ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fairbanks lands a leg kick that knocks Yoshida off balance momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Yoshida takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.
Yoshida lands a nice leg kick that just misses Fairbanks's sensitive parts. #T4#
A jab from Fairbanks does it's job there.
Yoshida cracks a nice hook into Fairbanks's ribs.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoshida is just out of range.
Yoshida wants to slow Fairbanks down by chopping away at his legs.
Fairbanks lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Yoshida on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Yoshida slips under a jab.
Yoshida explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Fairbanks throws a low kick but Yoshida moves out of range easily.
Yoshida lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Yoshida moves out of range.
Yoshida let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
No joy there for Yoshida, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Yoshida slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Yoshida should have avoided that one.
Yoshida looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Yoshida keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Yoshida is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takashi Yoshida will probably get the nod.
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#
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Yoshida scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Yoshida is out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yoshida.
Yoshida staying out of range there.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Fairbanks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Yoshida has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Yoshida and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Yoshida scores with a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a series of wild punches.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Yoshida on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Fairbanks. Fairbanks obviously looking to wear him down.
Jab from Fairbanks.
Yoshida showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fairbanks.
Yoshida misses with a looping right.
A low kick lands for Yoshida.
Fairbanks misses with a head kick.
A nice leg kick from Yoshida, right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Yoshida lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fairbanks connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice shot by Fairbanks.#T1#
Yoshida gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Yoshida ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Yoshida.
Fairbanks throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Yoshida's ribcage but misses.
Yoshida lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Yoshida misses with an attempted mid kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Yoshida checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Yoshida moved out of range.
Yoshida takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Yoshida's head but Yoshida sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Yoshida changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Yoshida doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Yoshida moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left. #T2#
Yoshida misses with a body kick.
Fairbanks 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.
Yoshida connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fairbanks 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.
A solid body kick from Yoshida.
Fairbanks throws a head kick but Yoshida moves out of range.
Yoshida checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Yoshida fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Yoshida is trying to counter with his kicks.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Yoshida sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Yoshida throws a low kick but it's checked well by Fairbanks.
A chopping leg kick lands by Yoshida.
Yoshida thows a body kick. Fairbanks tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Yoshida moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Yoshida pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks throws the kick towards the body but Yoshida avoids it.
Yoshida thinks about the counter body kick.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
Fairbanks ducks right into an uppercut from Yoshida. #T3#
Yoshida defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Yoshida ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Yoshida ducked under it nicely.
Fairbanks lands with an overhand left.
Yoshida on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fairbanks ducks right into an uppercut from Yoshida.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida moves out of range of the body kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a chopping leg kick but Yoshida manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Yoshida throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Fairbanks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Yoshida has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Yoshida and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Yoshida moves out of range.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoshida is just out of range.
Yoshida scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks lands a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left. #T4#
Yoshida throws a leg kick but Fairbanks sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yoshida scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Yoshida's hands.
Yoshida throws a nice outside leg kick.
Yoshida pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice body kick there by Fairbanks.
A clash of legs there as Fairbanks blocks the low kick.
Fairbanks wants to land a leg kick but Yoshida is out of range.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Yoshida was well out of range.
Yoshida throws a nice inside leg kick.
Yoshida moves out of range of the leg kick from Fairbanks.
Yoshida is looking to chop away at Fairbanks's legs.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body kick.
Yoshida blocks a head kick by Fairbanks.
Yoshida is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Fairbanks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Yoshida has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Yoshida and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A head kick misses from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Yoshida counters with a right hand to the body.
Yoshida scores with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Yoshida fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Yoshida.
Fairbanks cracks Yoshida with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice inside leg kick there by Fairbanks. That's going to slow Yoshida down.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Yoshida. Fairbanks shrugs it off though.
Fairbanks wants to clinch up but Yoshida keeps it at a distance.
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yoshida appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks tests Yoshida's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yoshida connects with a leg kick.
Fairbanks will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Yoshida looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Yoshida throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body kick from Yoshida.
Yoshida fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Takashi Yoshida seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A nice leg kick lands there from Yoshida.
Yoshida lands a jab-cross combination. #T1#
Yoshida dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yoshida sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks lands a nice hook to Yoshida's body. Yoshida takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice shot by Yoshida.
Yoshida blocks a jab.
Yoshida thuds a left hand into Fairbanks's body.
Yoshida connects with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yoshida.
Fairbanks tries to land a front kick but Yoshida steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Yoshida throws the kick towards the body but Fairbanks avoids it.
Yoshida thuds his shin into the meat of Fairbanks's side.
Yoshida throws a body shot but no joy.
Yoshida checks a low kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Yoshida cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Yoshida stuns Fairbanks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yoshida scores with a hook.#T2#
Yoshida lands with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks tries to score with a low kick but Yoshida moves his leg out of the way.
Yoshida fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fairbanks walks into a stiff left hand from Yoshida.
A jab lands there for Fairbanks.
Yoshida thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Yoshida manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks scores with a kick to the body.
Yoshida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yoshida uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Yoshida's midsection.
Yoshida ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Yoshida misses with a jab, cross combination.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yoshida.
Yoshida misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
A jab from Fairbanks does it's job there.
Yoshida misses with a right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a nice uppercut.
Yoshida jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Yoshida avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Yoshida should have avoided that one.
Yoshida fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Yoshida fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Yoshida's head but Yoshida sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Yoshida throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Yoshida lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Yoshida feints and then cracks Fairbanks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fairbanks down.
Yoshida changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Yoshida.
Yoshida ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Yoshida jabs at Fairbanks's body.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Yoshida counters with a nice leg kick. #T4#
Yoshida buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Yoshida connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Yoshida lands a jab to the nose.
Yoshida scores with a shot to the body.
Yoshida checks a low kick from Fairbanks.
A cross from Fairbanks lands.
Yoshida thuds a left hand into Fairbanks's body.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Yoshida sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Yoshida avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Yoshida connects with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks blocks a leg kick.
Yoshida slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Yoshida misses with a looping right.
Yoshida ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takashi Yoshida comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Yoshida has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takashi Yoshida!

An out of breath Takashi Yoshida thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: PFC 197 Poli vs Trudeau     
Date:   Aug 09, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Fairbanks sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Sitsongrit misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Fairbanks jumps back.
Sitsongrit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Fairbanks's leg but Fairbanks calmly moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
It seemed like Sitsongrit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Fairbanks thows a body kick. Sitsongrit tries to catch it but that hurt him. #CL2#
Sitsongrit darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sitsongrit takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a leg kick.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks tries to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit saw it coming and moves away.
Fairbanks looks for the body kick but Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fairbanks thows a body kick. Sitsongrit tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A punch lands to the side of Fairbanks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Fairbanks.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Fairbanks misses with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sitsongrit lands with a kick to the ribs.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sitsongrit is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fairbanks lands a lovely overhand right.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Sitsongrit fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.
Fairbanks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Fairbanks shakes it off.#T3#
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Fairbanks misses with a two punch combination.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping right hand.
Sitsongrit has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Fairbanks tries to clinch there but Sitsongrit circles away.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick that sends Fairbanks stumbling back into the cage.
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sitsongrit. That one must have hurt.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Sitsongrit's ribs.
Fairbanks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sitsongrit walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Fairbanks.
Sitsongrit scores with a push kick.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.#T4#
Sitsongrit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sitsongrit throws a body kick.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Sitsongrit lands with an overhand left.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit avoids the head kick by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks Sitsongrit with a good jab.
Fairbanks wants to clinch up but Sitsongrit keeps it at a distance.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fairbanks scores with a nice head shot.
Fairbanks stuns Sitsongrit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Fairbanks tries a head kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at Fairbanks's legs.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Fairbanks is wise to it.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
Sitsongrit takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice side step and Sitsongrit releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Sitsongrit with a hook.
Fairbanks ducks right into an uppercut from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Fairbanks. That one must have hurt.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Fairbanks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sitsongrit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the body kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Fairbanks pushes Sitsongrit away with a front kick.#T1#
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
Fairbanks walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Fairbanks misses with a series of wild punches.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Fairbanks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A right-left combo lands from Fairbanks.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Decent striking displayed by Sitsongrit there.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Fairbanks lands with an overhand left.
A right-left combo lands from Fairbanks. #T2#
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands a jab to the head.
Fairbanks connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Fairbanks wants to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Fairbanks's midsection.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
As Sitsongrit looks to move away, Fairbanks throws a big counter combo but Sitsongrit just gets out of the way.
Sitsongrit pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Both fighters circling a little - Sitsongrit finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sitsongrit finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that Sitsongrit avoids nicely.
Sitsongrit has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to clinch there but Sitsongrit circles away.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fairbanks looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at Fairbanks's legs.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks tries to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit moves his leg out of the way.
Sitsongrit scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fairbanks throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Sitsongrit.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Sitsongrit gets tackled into the cage by Fairbanks. Fairbanks maintains the clinch.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Fairbanks. #T4#
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Sitsongrit uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks pushes Sitsongrit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit taking a breather.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
The crowd cheers as Sitsongrit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit counters with a body kick.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a low kick but Fairbanks moves his leg out of the way.
Sitsongrit jabs Fairbanks right on the nose. Fairbanks blinks but takes it well.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice jab there from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sitsongrit looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit motions for Fairbanks to come forward. Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good work by Fairbanks as he checks the leg kick.
Fairbanks fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws the kick towards the body but Fairbanks avoids it.
Fairbanks throws a big counter combination but Sitsongrit scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Fairbanks with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sitsongrit lands a jab.
Fairbanks 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fairbanks scores with a nice right hand.
Fairbanks getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sitsongrit. That one must have hurt.
Sitsongrit closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit scores with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Fairbanks's leg but Fairbanks calmly moves out of range.
Fairbanks connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fairbanks on the side of the head.
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks is looking to counter punch.
Fairbanks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Fairbanks swinging wildly here.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sitsongrit lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sitsongrit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Fairbanks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT#It looks like Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has been cut.
Fairbanks lands with an uppercut that bounces Sitsongrit off the cage and back into range.
Fairbanks throws a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit thinks about the counter body kick.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Nice cross by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Fairbanks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sitsongrit connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Fairbanks.
Sitsongrit connects with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fairbanks misses the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sitsongrit has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: PFC 192 Murphy vs Krison     
Date:   Jul 12, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Donk. Tanaka catches Fairbanks right on the button with a cross.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tanaka's head backwards.
Tanaka connects with a body shot.
Nice body kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tanaka.
Fairbanks swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tanaka counters with an inside leg kick.
Tanaka scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tanaka clobbers Fairbanks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fairbanks looks to land a body kick but Tanaka moved away.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
Tanaka rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fairbanks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tanaka throws a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
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!
A nice leg kick from Tanaka, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tanaka throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tanaka missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tanaka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Tanaka was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've been told by Fairbanks's head coaches at Tōshi that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tanaka looks to land a body kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Fairbanks dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tanaka. That did some damage!#CL2#
Tanaka closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Tanaka controls his hands.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks is pushing Tanaka up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Tanaka works on Fairbanks's body with a couple of short punches.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Tanaka's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tanaka's gas tank.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Tanaka avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Tanaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tanaka blocks a low kick nicely.
Fairbanks explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tanaka blocks a head kick by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fairbanks wants to slow Tanaka down by chopping away at his legs. #T2#
A good leg kick by Tanaka.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tanaka keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tanaka changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Desmond Fairbanks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tanaka fails with the takedown.
Fairbanks is looking to chop away at Tanaka's legs.
Tanaka throws a big shot that misses.
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!
Tanaka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanaka.
Tanaka scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tanaka lands with an uppercut that bounces Fairbanks off the cage and back into range.
Fairbanks tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tanaka paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Tanaka throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Tanaka slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
A jab from Tanaka misses.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Tanaka.
Tanaka throws a big shot that misses.
A combination from Fairbanks does no damage.
Tanaka slips under a jab.
Tanaka misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tanaka scores with the left hand. Fairbanks knows he should have avoided that one.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tanaka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jab from Fairbanks.
Tanaka pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Tanaka's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks misses with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tanaka swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Tanaka takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tanaka throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Tanaka checks it.
Tanaka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Tanaka avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws the kick towards the body but Tanaka avoids it.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Tanaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Tanaka lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks connects with a leg kick.
Fairbanks getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tanaka.
A clash of legs there as Tanaka blocks the low kick.
Tanaka swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tanaka throws the kick towards the body but Fairbanks avoids it.
Fairbanks looks to land a combination but Tanaka avoids it well.
Tanaka throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Tanaka throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tanaka throws a wild body kick that Fairbanks sees coming a mile off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Tanaka moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nobunaga Tanaka will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Fairbanks throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tanaka.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tanaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tanaka just manages to avoid it.
Tanaka ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Tanaka pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tanaka throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks tries to counter by clinching up but Tanaka breaks away and moves out of range.
Tanaka lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Tanaka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tanaka flicks out a counter leg kick but Fairbanks steps away.
Fairbanks lands with a right hand.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Tanaka moves out of range.
Fairbanks works Tanaka's body with a nice hook.
The crowd cheers as Fairbanks lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tanaka doesn't seem phased though.
Tanaka misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks throws a head kick that misses.
Tanaka feints and then cracks Fairbanks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fairbanks down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks misses with a few strikes there.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks tries to land a body kick
and Tanaka counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tanaka with the inside leg kick.
Nobunaga Tanaka seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tanaka throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tanaka. #T1#
Tanaka lands a jab to the nose.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Fairbanks feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tanaka takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fairbanks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tanaka.
Tanaka pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tanaka dodges the punch combination from Fairbanks.
Tanaka throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Tanaka cracks Fairbanks with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Tanaka strikes.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Tanaka moves out of range.
Tanaka scores with a one two! Fairbanks had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fairbanks darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tanaka under the eye.#T2#
Tanaka scores with a jab to the head.
Tanaka tried to score with a low kick but Fairbanks checks it.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tanaka looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
Tanaka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tanaka throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A jab from Tanaka finds it's way through Fairbanks's defenses.
A slow jab from Tanaka misses its intended target.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tanaka.
Tanaka lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tanaka takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fairbanks lunges at Tanaka with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tanaka's hand.
Tanaka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.#TD2#
Tanaka scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Tanaka tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Fairbanks wants to get back to his feet but Tanaka drags him back down.#T3#
Tanaka is putting a hurting on Fairbanks here, landing some big shots from side control.
Fairbanks is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tanaka has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fairbanks is trying to get back to half guard.#ES#
Fairbanks throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
A swing and a miss from Tanaka.
Tanaka is looking to score with low kicks.
Tanaka lands the left hand.
Tanaka throws a leg kick but Fairbanks checks it.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Tanaka moves out of range.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tanaka lands a right hook to the body. #TD2#
Tanaka closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tanaka lands in his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks keeping full guard, as Tanaka tries to pass. #T4#
Tanaka slips nicely into half guard.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Tanaka has control of the leg.
Tanaka seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Fairbanks is trying to maintain the position but Tanaka is very close to passing his half guard.
Fairbanks wants to get back to his feet.
Tanaka drops an elbow to the side of Fairbanks's head. #SUB2#
Tanaka is looking for a kimura but Fairbanks is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tanaka to get the leverage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
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. Tanaka connects with a nice short shot to Fairbanks's temple.
Fairbanks is looking to improve his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tanaka lands a nice short elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nobunaga Tanaka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tanaka comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tanaka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Tanaka.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Tanaka's ribcage but misses.
Tanaka is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tanaka misses with a hook.
Tanaka swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tanaka.
Tanaka misses with a low kick.
Tanaka lands a body shot.
A jab from Tanaka misses.
Tanaka tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tanaka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A head kick misses from Fairbanks.
A little jabbing left from Tanaka on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tanaka was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Tanaka.
Tanaka blocks a leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a solid leg kick but Tanaka takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tanaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
It seemed like Tanaka was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD2#
Tanaka shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Fairbanks napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Fairbanks is pushing Tanaka's head away, looking to escape. Tanaka manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Tanaka tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tanaka has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Tanaka scores with a couple of short elbows.
Fairbanks sneaks back into half guard.
Tanaka uses his free foot to push down on Fairbanks's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
You get the feeling that Fairbanks really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Tanaka looking to control but Fairbanks is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Fairbanks is looking to get to half guard.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tanaka won't let Fairbanks get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Tanaka looking to control but Fairbanks is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tanaka prevents Fairbanks from getting the reversal.
Fairbanks wants to get back to his feet.
Tanaka postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Fairbanks looks a forlorn figure. #ES#
Fairbanks bucks Tanaka off and manages to get back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tanaka checks a leg kick.
Tanaka fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tanaka throws a low kick, looking for Fairbanks's leg but Fairbanks calmly moves out of range.
Tanaka fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Tanaka fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T3#
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
And Fairbanks counters with a quick kick to the body but Tanaka blocks it.
Tanaka pushes Fairbanks away with a front kick.
Tanaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tanaka catches Fairbanks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tanaka connects with the punch.
Tanaka avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tanaka checks a leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Tanaka. Those never looked like landing.
Fairbanks throws out a powerful jab.
Tanaka lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tanaka blocks a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fairbanks, as that shot connected.
Tanaka thuds a left hand into Fairbanks's body.
Tanaka throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body punch from Tanaka.
A telegraphed right hand from Tanaka misses the target.
Tanaka throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Tanaka moves out of range.
Fairbanks tries to move into range but Tanaka moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fairbanks tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tanaka paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Tanaka defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Tanaka throws a combination. Fairbanks tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tanaka throws a nice inside leg kick.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Tanaka.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Tanaka moved away.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tanaka moves away.#TD2#
Tanaka closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Fairbanks quickly recovers to half guard.
Fairbanks is trying to stand.
Fairbanks is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tanaka scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tanaka looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fairbanks flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Tanaka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tanaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Fairbanks knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nobunaga Tanaka is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tanaka wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping him busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nobunaga Tanaka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tanaka 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nobunaga Tanaka!

A very excited looking Nobunaga Tanaka 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: PFC 186 Krison vs Coker     
Date:   Jun 21, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Good work by Trump as he checks the leg kick.
Trump is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Trump throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Trump counters by moving into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Trump fails to land.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trump's elbow.
Trump prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trump lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks avoids the elbow strike from Trump, against the cage.
Trump lands a hook to the side of the head.
Trump looking to throw knees to the head but Fairbanks is blocking nicely.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Trump just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Trump is keeping busy.
Fairbanks looking to stall.
Trump throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Trump controls his hands.
Trump swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Trump blocks it. #T1#
A hook to the body from Fairbanks.
Trump lands an elbow inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trump.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Trump has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fairbanks seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Trump can turn it around.
Fairbanks cracks Trump with a nice body shot.
Trump is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fairbanks is defending well for now.
Trump throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fairbanks blocks it with crossed arms.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Trump blocks it.
Trump misses with some punches.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trump's elbow.
Trump tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairbanks avoids the damage to the body.
Trump lands a damaging elbow.
Trump misses with some punches.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Trump.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Trump avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Trump blocks it. #T2#
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Trump blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks tries to work over Trump's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trump's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch but Trump improves position.
Come on Fairbanks - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Trump blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Trump prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
A head punch on the inside from Trump fails to land.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Trump misses with a knee to the head.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
Trump pushes Fairbanks back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Trump fails to land.
Fairbanks avoids the elbow strike from Trump, against the cage.
Trump swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks can't break the clinch. #T3#
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks has Trump pressed against the cage.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Trump.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Trump.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Trump avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trump lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Trump gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trump throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks pushes Trump back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Trump misses with some punches. #T4#
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Trump controls his hands.
Trump lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
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!
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Trump misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trump has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trump backwards.
Trump misses with a punch on the inside.
Trump lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Trump blocks it.
Trump connects with a nasty looking knee right to Fairbanks's face.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trump.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Trump scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Trump.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Trump just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Fairbanks lands a shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Trump fails to land.
Trump misses with a hook to the ribs.
Trump throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hillary Trump dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Fairbanks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Trump.
Trump swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Trump stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Trump looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Jab, jab by Fairbanks - just one landing.
Trump connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
A leg kick checked by Trump.
Trump is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Trump was well out of range.#CL2#
Fairbanks tries to keep at a distance but Trump has taken the fight into the clinch.
Trump throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fairbankss head.
Trump tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Trump.
Trump has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Trump's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Trump's gas tank.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trump has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in 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!
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks. #T1#
Trump throws a knee to the head but misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
With the fighters up against the cage, Trump throws an elbow but misses.
Trump misses with the head strike.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Trump fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trump misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks cracks Trump with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Trump misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Trump has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Trump avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Trump throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Trump lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trump prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to work over Trump's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Trump tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Fairbanks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Trump.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Trump misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trump prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Trump.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Trump controls his hands.
Trump lands with a right to the head.
Trump lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
A head punch on the inside from Trump fails to land.
Trump lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Trump tries a knee to the head but Fairbanks blocks it.
Trump fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trump tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks.
Trump is breathing heavily.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trump scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks tries to work over Trump's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Trump gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trump's elbow.
Fairbanks tries to work over Trump's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trump scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks taking a breather.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trump throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fairbanks is looking to control Trump's arms but Trump gets an underhook and turns him. Now Fairbanks has his back to the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Trump lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Trump throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fairbanks blocks it with crossed arms.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks. #BC#
Fairbanks's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
Fairbanks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Trumps jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks's corner calls for a 1-2. Fairbanks obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a head kick.
Trump throws a body shot but no joy.
Trump steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Fairbanks. That one must have hurt.
Fairbanks throws a head kick that misses.
Hillary Trump is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Trump closes the distance but Fairbanks moves to the side
and Trump takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Trump tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Trump darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Trump lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Trump controls the action.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike from Trump.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Trump takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Trump throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Trump slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a head kick. Trump tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Trump.
Trump swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Trump misses with a few strikes there.
Fairbanks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Trump avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Trump wants to counter with a clinch but Fairbanks pushes him away.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Trump steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Fairbanks.
Trump avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trump scores with a punch to the head.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trump displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab. #CL#
Fairbanks closes the distance and pushes Trump back into the cage.
Fairbanks lands a shot to the body.
Trump tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T1#
Trump lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Trump with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Fairbanks tries to work over Trump's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Trump swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trump lands a shoulder strike.
Trump tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trump's elbow.
Trump tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Fairbanks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks is looking to slow Trump down with leg kicks.
Fairbanks keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Fairbanks forces Trump back against the cage and clinches.
Trump prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the head.
Trump keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Fairbanks's efforts to push away.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Trump.
Trump doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Trump's elbow.
Trump lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairbanks.
Trump working aggressively here.
Trump swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks digs a right hand underneath Trump's ribcage. Trump let out a lung full of air as it connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks is working Trump over against the cage.
Trump takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Trump has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Trump misses with a hook from the clinch.
Trump fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trump misses with the head strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Trump as Fairbanks tries to tie him up.
Trump tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Trump controls the action. #T3#
Trump pushes Fairbanks back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Fairbanks manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a head kick that misses.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Trump takes one to the side of the head. #CL2#
Trump has managed to clinch.
Trump misses with some punches.
Trump working Fairbanks over with knees to the body.
Trump prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Trump misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hillary Trump seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Trump doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Fairbanks as the two fighters clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Fairbanks.
Trump throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Trump stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trump misses with an elbow over the top.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice uppercut lands for Fairbanks. That snapped Trump's head back.
Fairbanks misses with the combination.
Donk. Fairbanks catches Trump right on the button with a cross.
Trump doesn't manage to clinch there - Fairbanks circles away.
A slapping body kick lands there for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks moves away from the strike by Trump.
Fairbanks cracks Trump with a good jab.
Trump moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Trump lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Trump misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.

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 Desmond Fairbanks.
I think Fairbanks 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: PFC 180 Krison vs Moors     
Date:   May 24, 2020
#R1#
Ruenroeng needs to keep his hands up - Fairbanks had a free shot at his head there.
Ruenroeng moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the strikes.
Ruenroeng keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ruenroeng checks it well.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the body kick from Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ruenroeng slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks sets himself, and Ruenroeng steps forward looking for the clinch! Fairbanks avoids it this time.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ruenroeng comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fairbanks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ruenroeng dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fairbanks. That did some damage!
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ruenroeng lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks with a nice calf kick.
Ruenroeng looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ruenroeng throws a body kick that misses.
Ruenroeng looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ruenroeng checks a leg kick.
Ruenroeng steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng digs a good body shot into Fairbanks's ribs.
Ruenroeng lands a head kick. Fairbanks smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Ruenroeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ruenroeng misses with a head kick.
Good leg kick by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
A leg kick checked by Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that half lands.
Ruenroeng lands a nice looking body shot.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Ruenroeng avoids the punch easily.
A clash of legs there as Ruenroeng blocks the low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ruenroengs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks sets himself, and Ruenroeng steps forward looking for the clinch! Fairbanks avoids it this time.#T2#
Ruenroeng misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fairbanks misses with a body kick.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Ruenroeng blocks a leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Ruenroeng's head but Ruenroeng sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ruenroeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ruenroeng ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab from Ruenroeng misses.
A head kick misses from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ruenroeng uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ruenroeng ducks right into an uppercut from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Ruenroeng's head but Ruenroeng sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks throws a chopping leg kick but Ruenroeng manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Ruenroeng walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Fairbanks checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Fairbanks throws a chopping leg kick but Ruenroeng manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ruenroeng looks to land a combination but Fairbanks avoids it well.
Fairbanks lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy head kick and Ruenroeng moves out of range easily.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Ruenroeng moves in looking to clinch but Fairbanks pushes him off.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fairbanks lands with an overhand left.
Ruenroeng throws out a leg kick but Fairbanks moves out of range and Ruenroeng only half commits.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Ruenroeng avoids them all with ease.
Ruenroeng swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Ruenroeng connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks cracks Ruenroeng with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ruenroeng is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fairbanks rather than just go for the knockout.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Ruenroeng throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ruenroeng throws a push kick but Fairbanks slaps the foot to one side.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ruenroeng has time to react.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Ruenroeng was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ruenroeng checks a low kick from Fairbanks.
That kick from Ruenroeng tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ruenroeng looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ruenroeng counters with a slapping leg kick.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks misses with a body kick.
Ruenroeng throws the left hand but Fairbanks avoids the punch easily.
Fairbanks misses with a head kick.
Ruenroeng tries to counter by closing the distance.
Fairbanks scores with a hook.
Ruenroeng attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Ruenroeng sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ruenroeng! But no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good shot there by Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng throws a push kick but Fairbanks slaps the foot to one side.
Ruenroeng throws a wild body kick that Fairbanks sees coming a mile off.
Fairbanks is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Ruenroeng.
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 Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
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#
A head kick misses from Ruenroeng.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Ruenroeng moves out of range of the body kick from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Ruenroeng looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and Ruenroeng counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ruenroeng staying out of range there.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ruenroeng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng moves out of range of the leg kick from Fairbanks.
A nice side step and Ruenroeng releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ruenroeng uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruenroeng takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ruenroeng moves out of range of the strikes.
Good work by Ruenroeng as he checks the leg kick.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fairbanks swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick. #T1#
Ruenroeng throws a push kick but Fairbanks slaps the foot to one side.
Ruenroeng displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Ruenroeng defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks misses with a hook #CL2#
and Ruenroeng counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Ruenroeng landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ruenroeng lands a shot to the body.
Fairbanks cracks Ruenroeng with a nice body shot.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Fairbanks takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ruenroeng misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ruenroeng is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fairbanks is defending well for now.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks slowing the pace effectively.
Fairbanks is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Ruenroeng avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage. #T2#
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruenroeng's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ruenroeng prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ruenroeng backwards.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ruenroeng is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fairbanks is defending well for now.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ruenroeng is keeping busy.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Ruenroeng avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks avoiding damage as Ruenroeng throws knees to the body.
Ruenroeng connects with a knee to the head.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Ruenroeng tries a knee to the head but Fairbanks blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fairbanks seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ruenroeng can turn it around.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ruenroeng lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Ruenroeng uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ruenroeng backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ruenroengs head.
A right handed body shot lands from Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks trying to stall but Ruenroeng improves his position.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ruenroeng's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Ruenroeng fails to land.
Ruenroeng tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Ruenroeng lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4#
Fairbanks tries to work over Ruenroeng's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Samak Ruenroeng seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ruenroeng misses with the head strike.
Ruenroeng tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ruenroeng tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng trying to land knees to the body.
Ruenroeng prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng lands a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ruenroeng lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but instead, Ruenroeng has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fairbanks into the cage.
Ruenroeng tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Ruenroeng tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruenroeng's elbow.
Ruenroeng landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A short left from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng working Fairbanks over with knees to the body.
Ruenroeng connects with a knee to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samak Ruenroeng showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Fairbanks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ruenroeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Ruenroeng should have avoided that one.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ruenroeng throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Ruenroeng blocks the body kick.
Ruenroeng is looking to land body kicks.
Ruenroeng takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that misses
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ruenroeng tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruenroeng takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ruenroeng jabs at Fairbanks's body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Ruenroeng's head but Ruenroeng sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A shot to the liver by Fairbanks. Beautiful body shot.
A head kick misses from Ruenroeng. #T1#
Fairbanks looks to land a combination but Ruenroeng avoids it well.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
A jab lands there for Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ruenroeng throws a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
Ruenroeng misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy head kick and Ruenroeng moves out of range easily.
Ruenroeng lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Ruenroeng moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Fairbanks moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ruenroeng connects with an inside leg kick.
Ruenroeng connects with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Fairbanks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fairbanks thuds his right hand into Ruenroeng's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fairbanks scores with a jab.
Ruenroeng scores with a jab to the head.
Ruenroeng blocks a jab.
A punch combination from Ruenroeng misses.
Fairbanks misses with a kick to the body.
Ruenroeng misses with a head kick.
Fairbanks cracks Ruenroeng with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A head kick misses from Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ruenroeng blocks a head kick by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Ruenroeng on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T3#
Ruenroeng blocks a head kick by Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng wants to counter the offense by Fairbanks and move into the clinch position.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy head kick and Ruenroeng moves out of range easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Ruenroeng has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fairbanks throws a wild body kick that Ruenroeng sees coming a mile off.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Ruenroeng avoids it easily.
Ruenroeng pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Ruenroeng counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ruenroeng.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Ruenroeng blocks it.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Ruenroeng back against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Fairbanks. #T4#
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Ruenroeng avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Ruenroeng blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ruenroeng prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Ruenroeng stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ruenroeng prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
A nice left hand lands by Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairbanks on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ruenroeng creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ruenroeng blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ruenroeng lands a nice shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Ruenroeng.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruenroeng's elbow.
Ruenroeng struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Fairbanks 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

After the fight, Desmond Fairbanks 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: PFC 173 Mirage vs Hanagan     
Date:   Apr 26, 2020
#R1#
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thomas.
Fairbanks looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Thomas fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Thomas ducks down to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Thomas.
Thomas with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Thomas avoids the head kick by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thomas thuds his shin into the meat of Fairbanks's side.
Thomas misses with a shot to the body
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Thomas swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Thomas ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
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!
A big left from Thomas misses.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Thomas throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fairbanks on the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Thomas.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Thomas avoids the punch easily.
Thomas thuds a left hand into Fairbanks's body.
Thomas misses with a hook.#T1#
Fairbanks lands with a kick to the temple. Thomas shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Thomas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Thomas.
Fairbanks throws a nice inside leg kick.
Thomas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Thomas.
Thomas looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Thomas has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL2#
Thomas fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fairbanks, pushing him back against the cage.
Thomas has Fairbanks pushed against the cage.
Thomas misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thomas.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Thomas has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Thomas avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thomas working aggressively here.
Fairbanks trying to stall but Thomas improves his position.
Thomas prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Thomas tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it. #BC2#
Thomas breaks from the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Thomas throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Thomas strikes.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Thomas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thomas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Thomas moved out of range.#CL2#
Thomas clinches up with Fairbanks and pushes him back against the cage.
Thomas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thomas working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Thomas controls the action. #T3#
Thomas lands a right hand.
Thomas gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thomas lands a shot to the body.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Thomas controls his hands.
Thomas blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thomas.
Thomas tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thomas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Thomas controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thomas.
Thomas lands a right hand.
Thomas digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Thomas.
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!
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Thomas controls the action.
Fairbanks gets through Thomas's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thomas's elbow. #T4#
Thomas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thomas doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thomas is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Thomas blocks it.
Thomas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Thomas taking a breather.
Thomas can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Thomas misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thomas's elbow.
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thomas backwards.
Fairbanks lands a body punch.
Thomas misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks.
Thomas lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Thomas misses with some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thomas scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
Thomas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Thomas dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thomas takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Thomas uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Thomas misses with a straight right.
Thomas cracks Fairbanks with a good jab.
Tom Thomas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thomas pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thomas scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Thomas throws a big shot that misses.
Thomas blocks a jab.
Fairbanks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thomas takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Thomas misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
Thomas loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks lands with a straight right. Thomas didn't see that one coming.
Thomas avoids a kick to the body.
Thomas checks the leg kick.
Thomas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Thomas swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Donk. Fairbanks catches Thomas right on the button with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Left hook, right uppercut from Fairbanks. #T1#
Thomas throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Thomas does it's job there.
Fairbanks feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Thomas's calf.
Thomas closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks lets loose with a powerful body kick. Thomas will feel that in the morning.
Thomas takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Thomas connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Thomas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fairbanks lands with a right to the head.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Thomas throws a head punch that misses.
Thomas misses with a punch on the inside.
Thomas is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Fairbanks is keeping busy.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Thomas is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.#T2#
Thomas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fairbankss 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!
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thomas's elbow.
Thomas lands a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Thomas controls the action.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Thomas has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to work over Thomas's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tom Thomas seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Thomas breaks the clinch.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thomas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Thomas avoids the punch easily.
Thomas just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Thomas scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fairbanks moves forwards but Thomas connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Thomas scores with a hook.
Good shot there by Fairbanks.
Thomas on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Thomas avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Thomas misses with a looping right.
Good standup being displayed there by Thomas as he connects with a hook.
Thomas connects with a looping right hand.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Thomas sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fairbanks lands with a cross.
Fairbanks lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Thomas takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fairbanks feints and then cracks Thomas's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Thomas down.
Thomas lands a right hook to the body.
Fairbanks lands with a straight right. Thomas didn't see that one coming.
Thomas ducks right into an uppercut from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands the left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thomas throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Thomas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Crunch! Fairbanks slams his shin into Thomas's torso.
Thomas throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Thomas fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.#T4#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Fairbanks - that will leave a mark!
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
Thomas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thomas lands with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Thomas.
Thomas jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fairbanks fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thomas appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body. Thomas takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thomas connects with the punch.
Thomas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thomas throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Fairbanks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks tries a head kick but it misses.
Thomas missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thomas. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy head kick and Thomas moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thomas throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Thomas avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Thomas on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thomas takes a swing at Fairbanks's ribcage but misses.
A clash of legs there as Fairbanks blocks the low kick.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Thomas avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thomas looks to land a right hand but Fairbanks moved out of range.
Fairbanks moves in looking to clinch but Thomas pushes him off.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Thomas.
Thomas jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL2#
Thomas pushes Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Thomas.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks is working Thomas over against the cage.#T1#
Nice body punch from Thomas.
Thomas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks lands a right hand.
Thomas has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thomas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thomas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Thomas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks lands a hook that snaps the head of Thomas backwards.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Thomas prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Thomas lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thomas is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Thomas misses with the head strike. #T2#
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Thomas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thomas backwards.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Thomas.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thomas tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Thomas back against the cage.
Fairbanks stalling.
Thomas wants to break the clinch but can't.
Thomas working aggressively here.
Thomas throws a head punch that misses.
Thomas effectively controlling the action here.#BC2#
Thomas's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thomas gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fairbanks.
Thomas avoids the head kick by Fairbanks.
Thomas misses with a left hand
and Fairbanks counters with a nice leg kick.
Thomas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fairbanks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Thomass jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T3#
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thomas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thomas avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Thomas's head but Thomas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thomas connects with a nice looking jab.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Thomas moved away.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thomas.#CL#
Fairbanks closes the distance and pushes Thomas back into the cage.
Thomas lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thomas lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Thomas lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks tries to work over Thomas's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thomas misses with a punch on the inside.
Thomas can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Thomas is trying to maintain a safe position but Fairbanks gets an underhook and turns Thomas into the cage.
Thomas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thomas misses with some punches.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4#
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Fairbanks as Thomas tries to tie him up.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Thomas blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thomas.
Fairbanks leaning against his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thomas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Thomas controls the action.
Thomas will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Fairbanks up against the cage.
Thomas blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Thomas misses with a punch on the inside.
Thomas doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Thomas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thomas's gas tank.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tom Thomas.
I think Thomas 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Thomas!

Our winner, Tom Thomas, 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: PFC 166 Hanagan vs Ispa     
Date:   Mar 29, 2020
#R1#
Fairbanks pivots, looking for a leg kick but Murhaa is out of range and Fairbanks settles back down.
Murhaa will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Murhaa's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fairbanks under the eye.
Fairbanks throws a low kick but Murhaa avoids it.
Murhaa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Murhaa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Fairbanks's sensitive parts.
Murhaa throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhaa blocks a low kick nicely.
Murhaa throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Murhaa fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fairbanks, pushing him back against the cage.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Murhaa controls the action.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Murhaa.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Murhaa or not.
Murhaa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Murhaa struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Murhaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but instead, Murhaa has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fairbanks into the cage.
Murhaa swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murhaa.
Nice body punch from Murhaa - that landed with a thud.
Murhaa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Murhaa avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhaa lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhaa controls his hands.
Fairbanks 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.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Murhaa manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Fairbanks darts in and clinches Murhaa up against the cage.
Fairbanks leaning his opponent against the cage.
Murhaa scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Murhaa prevents a body shot from Fairbanks. #T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Murhaa working aggressively here.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Murhaa misses with some punches.
Fairbanks tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Murhaa breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhaa ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a predictable looking body shot
and Murhaa finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Fairbanks throws a head kick but Murhaa moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhaa. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murhaa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Murhaa shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Murhaa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Murhaa throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fairbanks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a head kick but Murhaa moves out of range.
Murhaa misses with a hook
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Murhaa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhaa.
Fairbanks throws a quick counter head kick but Murhaa was just out of range.
Murhaa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Murhaa throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Murhaa closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Murhaa.
Murhaa walks into a jab.
Fairbanks fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Murhaa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Murhaa throws a quick inside leg kick.
Murhaa is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Murhaa moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Murhaa to score with a decent uppercut.
Murhaa lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhaa was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Murhaa's hands.
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!
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Murhaa ducked under it nicely.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murhaa chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Fairbanks can pounce on him.
Murhaa moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Murhaa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Murhaa throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Murhaa checks a leg kick.
Murhaa swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Murhaa does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Fairbanks closes the distance and clinches.
Fairbanks tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
Murhaa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Murhaa lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Fairbanks as the two fighters clinch.
A short uppercut from Murhaa.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhaa throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Murhaa avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murhaa.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Paul Murhaa will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Murhaa ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Murhaa scores with a one two! Fairbanks had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Murhaa just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a left hand
letting Murhaa counter with a right hand.
Murhaa clobbers Fairbanks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Murhaa moved away.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Murhaa moves out of range.
Murhaa looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Fairbanks clinches up against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Murhaa digs a right hand underneath Fairbanks's ribcage. Fairbanks let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Murhaa as Fairbanks tries to tie him up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks. #BC2#
Murhaa escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Murhaa scores with a kick to the body.
Nice body kick from Fairbanks.#T1#
Fairbanks swings for the body but Murhaa moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a two punch combination.
Fairbanks throws a head kick that misses.
Murhaa lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks dips to his left and cracks Murhaa with an uppercut!
Murhaa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch.
Murhaa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhaa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Murhaa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murhaa.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Murhaa or not.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Paul Murhaa seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Murhaa blocks it.
Murhaa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Murhaa fails to land.
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Murhaa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhaa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Murhaa on the inside.
Murhaa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhaa struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Murhaa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Murhaa pushes Fairbanks back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Murhaa scores with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Murhaa lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards. #T3#
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhaa prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Murhaa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murhaa's gas tank.
Murhaa is trying to break the clinch but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage.
Murhaa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but instead, Murhaa has worked for underhooks and has pushed Fairbanks into the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Murhaa.
Murhaa gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks pressing his opponent against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Murhaa fails to land.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Murhaa blocks it.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Murhaa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murhaa's gas tank.
Murhaa misses with the head strike. #T4#
Murhaa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murhaa.
A left hand lands to the body for Murhaa.
Murhaa scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Murhaa throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Murhaa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Murhaa.
Murhaa lands a right hand.
Murhaa lands a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhaa lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murhaa lands a body shot in the clinch.
Murhaa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Murhaa tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhaa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Murhaa misses with a body punch.
Murhaa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paul Murhaa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Murhaa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murhaa misses the jab.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Murhaa.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A leg kick checked by Fairbanks.
Murhaa avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Murhaa missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murhaa looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Fairbanks feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Murhaa cracks Fairbanks with an open hand slap.
Fairbanks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Paul Murhaa seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhaa pushes Fairbanks away with a front kick.
Murhaa throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhaa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a two punch combination.
Fairbanks tests Murhaa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Murhaa.
Murhaa throws the kick towards the body but Fairbanks avoids it.#T1#
Fairbanks wants to clinch.
Fairbanks checks a low kick from Murhaa.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Murhaa slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Murhaa does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
Murhaa throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Murhaa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Murhaa.
Murhaa tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Fairbanks is able to avoid easily.
A leg kick checked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Murhaa jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Murhaa tries to move into range but Fairbanks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Murhaa chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Fairbanks can pounce on him.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Paul Murhaa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A big left from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMurhaa.
Murhaa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murhaa counters with a body kick.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks throws a leg kick but Murhaa sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Murhaa checks a low kick from Fairbanks.
Murhaa swats away the attempt to clinch by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Murhaa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slapping body kick lands there for Murhaa.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Murhaa counters with a left to the body.
Murhaa lands with a shot to the body.
Murhaa turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Murhaa misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3##CL2#
Murhaa has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Murhaa lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murhaa swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murhaa's elbow.
Fairbanks's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks taking a breather.
Murhaa misses with some punches.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Murhaa avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks tries to work over Murhaa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murhaa prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Murhaa blocks it.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fairbanks is working Murhaa over against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murhaa backwards.
Murhaa blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Paul Murhaa.
Well Murhaa has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Murhaa!

Paul Murhaa tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: PFC 160 Kagonbo vs Alzado     
Date:   Mar 01, 2020
#R1#
Fairbanks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Matonen on the side of the head.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Matonen counters with an outside leg kick.
We've been informed that Matonen has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A solid leg kick lands there for Matonen.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Fairbanks backs off Matonen throws a huge counter combo but Fairbanks manages to avoid it all.
Matonen walks into a stiff left hand from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Matonen throws a low kick but Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Matonen slips the punch.
Fairbanks lands a slapping body shot.
Matonen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Matonen.
Matonen needs to keep his hands up - Fairbanks had a free shot at his head there.
A solid body kick from Matonen.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matonen moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Matonen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Matonen.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Matonen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Matonen.
Matonen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Matonen was well out of range.
Matonen misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Matonen misses with a leg kick.
Matonen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Matonen moves away.#CL2#
Matonen gets a clinch.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Matonen blocks it.
Matonen blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Matonen blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks stalling.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Matonen blocks it.
Matonen blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Matonen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Matonen throws a leg kick that misses.
Fairbanks scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Matonen has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Matonen blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Matonen blocks it.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Matonen cracks Fairbanks with a nice body shot.#T2##BC2#
Matonen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Matonen takes one to the chin there.
Matonen throws a leg kick
and Fairbanks makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matonen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Matonen. #CL2#
Matonen darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Matonen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Matonen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Matonen lands a nice uppercut.
Matonen prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Matonen avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Matonen is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC2#
Matonen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the head.
Matonen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Matonen chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T3#
Matonen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks scores with a jab. Matonen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Matonen misses with a few strikes there.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick nicely.
Matonen blocks a jab.
Matonen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Matonen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Matonen's shoulder, as Matonen tries to avoid the shot.
Good shot there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Matonen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fairbanks moves forwards but Matonen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Matonen moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matonen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that Matonen avoids nicely.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Matonen moved out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4#
Matonen avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Matonen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fairbankss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Good shot there by Fairbanks.
Matonen misses the jab.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Matonen on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
Fairbanks gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Matonen taking a breather.
Matonen blocking some punches.
Matonen can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Matonen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Matonen.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Matonen's elbow.
Matonen working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Matonen tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Matonen is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Fairbanks looking to slow down the pace here.
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 Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Matonen counters with a straight right hand.
Matonen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Matonen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jab from Fairbanks.
Matonen throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matonen manages to avoid it.
Matonen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Matonen was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Matonen unleashes a big counter combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Matonen's shoulder, as Matonen tries to avoid the shot.
Matonen throws a low kick but Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Matonen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks connects with a jab.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Matonen.
Fairbanks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL2#
Fairbanks gets tackled into the cage by Matonen. Matonen maintains 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!
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Matonen is leaning against Fairbanks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Matonen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T1##BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Matonen breaks from the clinch.
Matonen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Matonen throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matonen manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Matonen cracks the inside of Fairbanks's front leg.
Matonen motions for Fairbanks to come forward. Matonen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matonen misses with a wild combination. #CL2#
Matonen moves into the clinch.
Matonen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Usko Matonen seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Matonen.
Matonen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Matonen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and Matonen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Fairbanks instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Matonen can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Matonen misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Matonen controls the action. #BC2#
Matonen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Matonen is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
Matonen is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
Fairbanks cracks Matonen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Matonen connects with a leg kick. Fairbanks looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Matonen takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Matonen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Matonen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Fairbanks's hands.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Matonen. Matonen obviously looking to wear him down.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Matonen.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Fairbanks checks a low kick from Matonen.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Matonen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Matonen does a little dance to reset his feet.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fairbanks.
Matonen pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Matonen throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Matonen.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Matonen throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Matonen moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Matonen throws a body shot but no joy.
Matonen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Matonen slips the punch.
Matonen is looking to chop away at Fairbanks's legs. #CL#
Fairbanks clinches.
Matonen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Matonen prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Matonen blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Matonen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Matonen as Fairbanks tries to tie him up.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks lands a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Fairbanks is looking to control Matonen's arms but Matonen gets an underhook and turns him. Now Fairbanks has his back to the cage.
Matonen is looking to break free of the clinch but Fairbanks has double underhooks.
Matonen leaning his opponent against the cage.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Matonen.
Fairbanks pushes Matonen back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Matonen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Matonen.
A short right from Matonen.
Matonen misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Usko Matonen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Fairbanks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Matonen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Matonen has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Matonen misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Matonen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud. #BC2#
Matonen breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks wants to clinch.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matonen.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Matonen! But no joy.#T1#
Matonen lands a nice shot that snaps Fairbanks's head back.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Matonen is just out of range.
Matonen flicks out a counter leg kick but Fairbanks steps away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Matonen.
Fairbanks jabs Matonen right on the nose. Matonen blinks but takes it well.
A combination from Fairbanks does no damage.
Matonen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Matonen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fairbanks connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fairbanks has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Matonen.
Fairbanks scores with a jab. Matonen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Matonen throws a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
Matonen just misses with a punch to the body.
Matonen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Matonen throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Fairbanks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Matonen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Matonen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Matonen, right into the meat. #T2#
Fairbanks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Matonen is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Fairbanks pushes Matonen up against the cage in a clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Matonen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Matonen controls the action.
Matonen blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Matonen stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Matonen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Matonen clinches up with Fairbanks and pushes him back against the cage.
Matonen misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks stalls.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body.#T3#
Matonen lands a left hand.
Matonen throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Matonen blocks it.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Matonen avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Matonen controls his hands.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Matonen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Matonen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fairbanks stalling the fight.
Fairbanks digs a right hand underneath Matonen's ribcage. Matonen let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Matonen blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Matonen being controlled against the cage.
Fairbanks has Matonen pushed against the cage.#T4#
Matonen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Matonen as the two fighters clinch.
Matonen tries to break the clinch but Fairbanks is controlling the position.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Matonen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Matonen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Matonen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Matonen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Matonen throws a leg kick
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that Matonen avoids nicely.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Matonen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking.
A leg kick checked by Fairbanks.#CL#
Matonen tries to keep at a distance but Fairbanks has taken the fight into the clinch.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Matonen controls his hands.
Fairbanks wants to stall.

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 Desmond Fairbanks.
I think Fairbanks 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

A very excited looking Desmond Fairbanks 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: PFC 153 Grabber vs Nao     
Date:   Jan 26, 2020
#R1#
Snoats misses with a low kick as Fairbanks jumps back.
Snoats misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Snoats misses.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Snoats takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Snoats throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Snoats throws a nice outside leg kick.
Snoats scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Good shot there by Snoats.
Snoats just misses with a punch to the body.
A left lands for Fairbanks.
Snoats misses with a straight right.
Good leg kick by Snoats there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Snoats. Snoats obviously looking to wear him down.
Snoats displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Snoats.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks throws a good cross that connects.
Snoats with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Snoats throws a head kick but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Snoats ducks down to avoid it.
Snoats ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Snoats avoids the body shot from Fairbanks. #T1#
Snoats takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Snoats connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Snoats looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Snoats missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Snoats cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Snoats moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Fairbanks takes one to the side of the head.
Snoats throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fairbanks scores with a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Snoats.
Snoats slips under a jab.
Snoats jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Snoats does it's job there.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Snoats jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Snoats manages to avoid it.
Snoats avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Snoats thinks about the counter body kick.
Snoats throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Snoats ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.#T2#
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Snoats unleashes a big counter combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Snoats is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Snoats is out of range.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Snoats.
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Snoats slips under a jab.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Snoats's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Snoats saw that one coming.
Fairbanks connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Snoats misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Snoats is just out of range.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Snoats.
Snoats throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Snoats.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
Fairbanks misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fairbanks backing away here, and Snoats unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Snoats tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A lazy left from Snoats finds it's target.
Snoats lands a jab to the head.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Snoats.
Fairbanks staying out of range there.#T3#
Snoats jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Snoats follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Snoats uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
A big right from Snoats misses.
Snoats throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fairbanks is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Snoats.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Snoats swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Snoats moves away and avoids it.
A countering left hand to the body from Snoats misses.
Snoats feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fairbanks's calf.
Snoats tries a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Snoats saw that one coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Fairbanks blocks the leg kick.
Fairbanks throwing a counter right hand but Snoats manages to avoid it.
Snoats bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks moves in looking to clinch but Snoats pushes him off.
Snoats lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Snoats pivots, looking for a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range and Snoats settles back down.
Snoats misses with a body kick.
Snoats looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fairbanks is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Snoats keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Snoats throws a low kick but it's checked well by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to clinch there but Snoats circles away.
Snoats scores with a shot to the body.
Snoats walks into a stiff left hand from Fairbanks.
Snoats throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Snoats shapes to counter with a head kick.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks lands a lovely overhand right.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Snoats throws out the jab.
Snoats misses the shot to the body.
Snoats tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Snoats.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Snoats unleashes a big counter combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Snoats throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snoats slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Snoats swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body.
Snoats chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Snoats uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gale Snoats will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Snoats.
It looked like Fairbanks was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Snoats tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Snoats throws a chopping leg kick but Fairbanks manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Snoats feints and then cracks Fairbanks's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fairbanks down.
Snoats blocks a jab.
Snoats is trying to counter with his kicks.
Snoats loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks lands a glancing blow to the side of Snoats's head.
Good work by Fairbanks as he checks the leg kick.
Snoats misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Snoats sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Snoats takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Snoats goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Snoats.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Snoats pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Snoats tries a head kick but it misses.
Snoats misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Snoats misses with a low kick.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Snoats works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Snoats sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Snoats moved out of range.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Snoats.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Snoats was well out of range.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Snoats was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Snoats is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
Gale Snoats seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Snoats lands a right hook to the body.
Snoats misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Snoats.
Snoats tries to land a leg kick but Fairbanks saw it coming and moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Snoats uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks 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.
A slapping leg kick lands for Snoats.
Snoats ducks right into an uppercut from Fairbanks.
Snoats misses with an uppercut
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Snoats misses the jab.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Snoats throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Snoats.#T2#
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Snoats throws out the jab.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Snoats is just out of range.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Snoats was well out of range.
Snoats looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Snoats looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.
Fairbanks throws out a powerful jab.
Fairbanks sizes up Snoats with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Snoats moves away.
Snoats lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fairbanks darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Snoats uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks Snoats with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Snoats throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Snoats throws a good cross that connects.
Snoats works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Snoats swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Snoats lunges at Fairbanks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fairbanks's hand.
Fairbanks lands a really nice looking cross but Snoats seems unphased.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Snoats was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Snoats at a distance.
Snoats lands an overhand right.#T3#
Snoats showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Snoats moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Snoats.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Snoats's hands.
Snoats connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Snoats fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
Snoats shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Snoats misses with a head kick.
Snoats walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Snoats moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Snoats avoids them all with ease.
Snoats throws a wild body kick that Fairbanks sees coming a mile off.
Snoats is looking to score with low kicks.
Snoats has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fairbanks finds it's way round the side to connect with Snoats's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks scores with a jab.
Snoats waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Snoats keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Snoats eats them both and turns towards Fairbanks to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Fairbanks fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Snoats looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Snoats closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fairbanks scores with a hook.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Snoats sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Fairbanks checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Snoats defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Snoats.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Snoats.
Snoats throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snoats lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Snoats throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Snoats has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Snoats turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks lands with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Snoats staying out of range there.
Snoats connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Snoats swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Snoats.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Snoats's ribs.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Snoats connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Snoats lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Snoats keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
A countering left hand to the body from Snoats misses.
Fairbanks lands a jab-cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Snoats misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks scores with the left hand. Snoats knows he should have avoided that one.
Fairbanks ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Snoats's midsection.#T1#
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch lands to the side of Fairbanks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Snoats thuds his shin into the meat of Fairbanks's side.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks moves away from the strike by Snoats.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Snoats was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Snoats throws out the jab.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Snoats throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Snoats just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Snoats counters with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Snoats lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Snoats ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Snoats swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Snoats saw that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks connects with a single shot there.
Snoats walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Fairbanks checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T2#
Snoats blocks a jab.
Snoats fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Fairbanks.
Snoats on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Snoats counters with a good low kick that Fairbanks was not able to check.
Snoats throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Snoats on the side of the head.
Fairbanks keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Snoats throws out a powerful jab.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Snoats.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Snoats moves away.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Snoats throws out the jab.
Snoats throws a push kick but Fairbanks slaps the foot to one side.
Snoats chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Snoats ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Snoats scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Snoats doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jab from Snoats.
Snoats moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fairbanks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Snoats in his tracks. #T3#
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Snoats saw that one coming.
Snoats keeps Fairbanks at a distance using the push kick.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Snoats.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
Snoats lands with a nice body punch.
Snoats chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Snoats throws a body kick.
A jab from Snoats misses.
Fairbanks cracks Snoats with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fairbanks wants to clinch
enabling Snoats to counter with a crisp jab.
Snoats walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fairbanks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fairbanks lands a jab to the nose.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Snoats keeps the fight on the outside.
It seemed like Snoats was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big right from Snoats misses.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Snoats is out of range.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Snoats blocks it.#T4#
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Snoats was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Snoats saw that one coming.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick.
Snoats throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks is looking to counter punch.
Snoats throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Snoats throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks tries to close the distance and clinch up but Snoats swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Snoats sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Snoats now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Snoats's midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Snoats moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Snoats swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

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 Desmond Fairbanks.
Well Fairbanks 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

During a confident post fight interview, Desmond Fairbanks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: PFC 146 Wright vs Hepple     
Date:   Dec 22, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Festation closes the distance and pushes Fairbanks back into the cage.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Festation controls his hands.
Fairbanks tries to work over Festation's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Festation landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks just leaning against Festation, taking a breather.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Festation avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Festation's elbow.
Festation trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Festation swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks pushes Festation back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Festation scores with a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Festation's elbow. #T1#
Festation with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Festation cracks Fairbanks with a nice body shot.
Festation struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Festation scores with a shoulder strike.
Festation digs a right hand underneath Fairbanks's ribcage. Fairbanks let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Festation lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Festation avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Festation fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Festation lands a knee to the body.
Festation throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks leaning his opponent against the cage.
Festation lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks leaning his opponent against the cage.
Festation tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it. #T2#
Festation misses with a knee strike.
Festation works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Festation tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Festation avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks 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.
A nice left hand lands by Festation. #BC2#
Festation pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks fails with an attempt to clinch.
Festation slips under a jab.#CL2#
Festation closes the distance and clinches.
Festation lands a body punch in the clinch.
Festation tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Festation has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fairbanks seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Festation can turn it around.#BC2#
Festation's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Festation closes the distance and clinches.
Festation misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Festation fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Festation scores with a nice short uppercut.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Festation lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Festation's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Festation is trying to break the clinch but Fairbanks is controlling him.
Festation misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Festation.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Festation avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Festation tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Festation tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Festation tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Festation is stalling here.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Festation digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Festation tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Festation with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Festation tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Festation back against the cage.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Festation's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Festation's gas tank.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks cracks Festation with a nice body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairbanks tries to work over Festation's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Festation tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Festation misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks is leaning against Festation and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Festation gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Festation fails to land.
Festation misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mana Festation dominated that round.
That's time! Fairbanks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Festation misses with an uppercut.
Festation throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Festation stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Good shot there by Festation.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Festation.
Fairbanks takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Festation ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Festation clinches.
Festation blocking some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Festation tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Festation has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Festation missing with knees to the body.
Festation blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
A nice right hand lands inside from Festation.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Festation makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Festation avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Festation tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Festation.
Festation working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Festation misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Festation lands a right hand.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Festation blocks it.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Festation breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Festation gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mana Festation seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Festation breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Festation darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Festation tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Festation controls his hands.
Festation lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Festation landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Fairbanks avoiding damage as Festation throws knees to the body.
Fairbanks tries to work over Festation's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks tries to work over Festation's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right handed body shot lands from Festation.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Festation struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body.
Festation is working Fairbanks over against the cage.
Festation blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Festation fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Festation misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Festation.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Festation uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Festation gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Festation controls the action.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T3#
Festation is working Fairbanks over against the cage.
Festation misses with a knee to the head.
Festation is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fairbanks is defending well for now.
Fairbanks is pushing Festation up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Festation stalling against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Fairbanks is stalling here.
Festation is trying to stall.
Festation tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fairbanks avoids it.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Festation.
Festation lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Fairbanks as the two fighters clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Festation. #T4#
Festation scores with a hook to the body.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fairbanks is leaning against Festation and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lands a left hand.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Festation controls the action.
Festation tries a knee to the head but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Festation controls the action.
Festation missing with knees to the body.
Festation swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Festation goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mana Festation 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. 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#
Festation moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Festation let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Fairbanks forces Festation back against the cage and clinches.
A left hand lands to the body for Festation.
Fairbanks pushes Festation back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Festation.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Festation blocks it.
Festation scores with a nice hook to the head.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
Festation working Fairbanks over with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Festation misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks stalling against the cage.
Good body shot from Festation.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Festation uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Festation. #T1#
Fairbanks's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Festation missing with knees to the body.
Festation lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The referee calls for Fairbanks to work.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks pushes Festation back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Festation tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Festation's elbow.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Festation or not.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Festation pushes Fairbanks back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Festation tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fairbanks avoids it.
Festation tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairbanks avoids the damage to the body.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Festation uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Festation with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Festation avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Festation goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Festation throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Festation controls his hands.
Festation misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Festation struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands. #BC2#
Festation breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Fairbanks with a hook.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Festation ducks right into an uppercut from Fairbanks. #CL#
Fairbanks gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Festation.
Festation struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Festation prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Festation tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Festation tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Festation back against the cage.
Fairbanks tries to work over Festation's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Festation tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Festation with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Fairbanks taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Festation as Fairbanks tries to tie him up. #T4#
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Festation will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Fairbanks up against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Festation.
Festation with a knee to the head.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Festation controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Festation's elbow.
Festation taking a breather.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Festation breaks the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Left hook, right uppercut from Festation.
Fairbanks jabs Festation to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL2#
Festation closes the distance and clinches.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mana Festation.
Well Festation has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mana Festation!

Mana Festation thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: PFC 138 Slurper vs Puller     
Date:   Nov 16, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Daebak gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Daebak uses good head movement to avoid it.
A hook to the body from Daebak.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Daebak controls his hands. #BC2#
Daebak breaks the clinch.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Daebak.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Daebak.#CL2#
Daebak pushes Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Daebak blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Daebak swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Daebak avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
A left hand lands to the body for Daebak.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daebak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Daebak blocks it.
Nice body punch from Daebak.
Daebak tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Daebak back against the cage.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Daebak controls his hands.
Daebak makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Daebak throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is working Daebak over against the cage.
Daebak lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Daebak swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Daebak lands with a right to the head.
Daebak trying to stall but Fairbanks improves his position.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Daebak avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the head.
Daebak misses with a short punch on the inside.
Daebak blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Daebak lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Daebak scores with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Fairbanks stalling. #T2#
Daebak struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Daebak controls the action.
Fairbanks is looking to control Daebak's arms but Daebak gets an underhook and turns him. Now Fairbanks has his back to the cage.
Daebak swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daebak throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Daebak lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Daebak avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
A short right from Daebak on the inside.
Daebak lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fairbanks or not.
Daebak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Daebak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Daebak struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks trying to stall but Daebak improves his position.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Daebak lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Daebak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Daebak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Daebak blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daebak presses Fairbanks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Daebak misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daebak tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Daebak misses with a hook to the ribs.
Stalling in the clinch from Daebak.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Daebak blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Daebak controls his hands.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A short left from Daebak.
Daebak lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Daebak tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Daebak back against the cage.
Daebak throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Daebak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak misses with a punch to the body.
Daebak swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks lands a left hand.
Daebak prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Daebak avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Daebak blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Daebak has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Daebak dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Daebak moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Daebak strikes.
Fairbanks walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A big right from Fairbanks misses. #CL2#
Daebak closes the distance and clinches.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Daebak controls the action.
Daebak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A head punch on the inside from Daebak fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Daebak.
Daebak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Daebak gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daebak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daebak lands a right hand.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daebak struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands. #T1#
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A body shot lands from Daebak.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Daebak controls his hands.
Daebak lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Daebak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Daebak avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks tries to work over Daebak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Daebak blocks it.
Daebak misses with a hook to the ribs.
Daebak gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Daebak blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Daebak doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Daebak blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is trying to stall.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks 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.
Daebak misses with a punch on the inside.
Daebak lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Daebak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Daebak fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harry Daebak seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daebak misses with some punches.
Daebak lands with a short shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body.
Daebak prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Daebak's elbow.
Daebak can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks is working Daebak over against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short uppercut from Daebak.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks lands a body punch. #T3#
Daebak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Fairbanks - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Daebak misses with a punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Fairbanks.
Daebak swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Daebak.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks. #BC2#
Daebak breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fairbanks chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Daebak can pounce on him.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Daebak tries a quick counter leg kick but Fairbanks is wise to it.
Daebak uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Nice straight punches there by Fairbanks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a jab. Daebak acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Daebak.
Fairbanks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Daebak fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fairbanks on the side of the head.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Daebak counters with a slapping leg kick.
A head kick misses from Daebak. #T4#
Fairbanks throws a good cross that connects.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Daebak lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fairbanks at a distance.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Daebak throws a body shot but no joy.
Daebak looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Daebak has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Nice uppercut there from Daebak.
Daebak fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Harry Daebak seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Daebak.
Fairbanks is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Daebak uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Daebak counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Harry Daebak showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks lands a right hook to the body.
Daebak closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Daebak staying out of range there.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Daebak.
Daebak slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Daebak with a hook.
Daebak buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Daebak lands with an uppercut that bounces Fairbanks off the cage and back into range.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick nicely there.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fairbanks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Daebak.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking body shot.
Daebak connects with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Daebak uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Daebak slips the punch.
Daebak clobbers Fairbanks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
and Daebak makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Daebak chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Daebak avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Daebak connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Daebak punishes Fairbanks's body with a nice straight punch.
Daebak feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fairbanks's calf.
Daebak misses with a shot to the body
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fairbanks walks into a stiff left hand from Daebak.
Fairbanks takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Daebak lands with a thumping leg kick.
Daebak just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Daebak.
Daebak keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks walks into a jab.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Daebak.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Daebak has time to react.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Donk. Daebak catches Fairbanks right on the button with a cross.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Daebak throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fairbanks on the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
letting Daebak counter with a right hand.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.
Daebak displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Daebak lands with a nice body kick.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Daebak moves out of range.
Fairbanks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Daebak moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Daebak lands a body shot.
Fairbanks getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3#
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Daebak counters with a nice kick to the body.
Daebak keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.#CL#
Fairbanks moves into range and clinches up with Daebak.
Daebak lands a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Daebak lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Daebak blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Daebak.
Daebak lands a right hand.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daebak misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Daebak.
Daebak prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Daebak presses Fairbanks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T4#
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Daebak tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Daebak misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Daebak controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daebak prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Daebak misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short uppercut from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Daebak lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Daebak avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks works on Daebak's body with a couple of short punches.
A shot in the inside from Daebak.
Harry Daebak is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks just leaning against Daebak, taking a breather.
Daebak tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Harry Daebak comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Daebak has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Daebak!

Harry Daebak bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: PFC 133 Tuala vs Dmitrov     
Date:   Oct 19, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sensei under the eye.
Sensei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sensei lands a body shot.
Sensei on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fairbanks is looking to clinch but Sensei is avoiding it.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Sensei counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Sensei.
Sensei cracks Fairbanks with a solid left hand.
Sensei has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fairbanks wants to sweep but no luck.
Sensei wants to control from the top but Fairbanks keeps moving. #SUB2#
Fairbanks wants to stand and escape. He's got his foot on Sensei's hips, looking to push off. But Sensei grabs a hold of the leg and drops back for an ankle lock! It's hard to tell if he's got it. Both fighters look composed - OH, not anymore they don't! Fairbanks screams like a kid who's trapped his fingers in the car door and taps out! Yikes, that must have hurt - hopefully it's not snapped anything!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Kylar Sensei!
After winning the bout, Kylar Sensei thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: AEW 28     
Date:   Aug 24, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Orlov.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Orlov avoids it with no problem.
Boris Orlov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Orlov misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Orlov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Orlov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A telegraphed right hand from Orlov misses the target.
Orlov blocks a jab.
Fairbanks 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.
Orlov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Orlov misses with a lunging right hand
and Orlov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Orlov loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Orlov throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Orlov misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Orlov avoids the punch easily.
Orlov throws a lazy uppercut
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL2#
Orlov gets tackled into the cage by Fairbanks. Fairbanks maintains the clinch. #T1#
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Orlov blocks it.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Orlov prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks.
Orlov wants to get back to striking at distance but Fairbanks won't allow it.
Fairbanks keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Orlov's efforts to push away.
Orlov is trying to break the clinch but Fairbanks is controlling him.
Fairbanks keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Orlov's efforts to push away.
Orlov is trying to break free.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Orlov breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch.
Orlov tries to circle away but Fairbanks has him pinned against the cage.
Fairbanks prevents Orlov from breaking the clinch.
Orlov blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Orlov's elbow.
Orlov is trying to break the clinch but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage.
Orlov blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks prevents Orlov from breaking the clinch.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks lands a body punch. #BC#
Orlov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks lands an overhand right.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Orlov.
Orlov misses with a hook
and Fairbanks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fairbanks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC2#
Orlov is rocked!
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Orlov.
Oh Orlov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Orlov misses with a hook
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Orlov bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Fairbanks comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Orlov falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Orlov was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Desmond Fairbanks!
A relieved looking Desmond Fairbanks thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Boris Orlov spoke after the fight, saying 'Got vodka?'.

 

Event: AEW 24     
Date:   Aug 10, 2019
#R1##CL#
Experiment has managed to clinch.
I was talking to Experiment's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Experiment throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Experiment lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike from Experiment.
Experiment tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Experiment's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Experiment looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Experiment just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fairbanks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Fairbanks avoids the elbow strike from Experiment, against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Experiment creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses. #T1#
Fairbanks goes for a takedown in the clinch but Experiment prevents it.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Fairbanks as Experiment tries to tie him up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Experiment.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fairbanks takes an elbow to the forehead.
Experiment misses with an elbow over the top.
Experiment creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Experiment throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Experiment backwards.
Fairbanks looking to slow down the pace here.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Experiment looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Experiment.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Experiment controls the action. #T2#
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Experiment pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD2#
Experiment is fighting off a takedown attempt but Fairbanks is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Experiment to the mat. Experiment regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SU2#
Fairbanks stands up and waves to Experiment to follow him.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Experiment.
Fairbanks 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.
Experiment looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Experiment misses with a head kick.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Experiment.
Experiment bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Experiment lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Experiment is looking to land body kicks.
Fairbanks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A good leg kick by Experiment. #T3#
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Experiment moved out of range.
Experiment thinks about countering with a body kick.
Experiment defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Experiment throws a head kick but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Experiment slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fairbanks listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Experiment was well out of range.
Experiment wants to land a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Experiment is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks. #CL#
Experiment closes the distance and clinches.
Experiment lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Experiment. #BC2#
Fairbanks escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Experiment avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Experiment.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Experiment is just out of range.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Experiment to counter with a crisp jab.
Experiment misses with a low kick.
Experiment scores with a punch to the head.
Experiment scores with a nice strike.#CL#
Experiment gets a clinch.
Experiment creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike from Experiment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Experiment dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Experiment uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Experiment fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Experiment's shoulder, as Experiment tries to avoid the shot.
Experiment went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Fairbanks cracks Experiment with a good jab.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw.
Experiment throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fairbanks tries to bum rush Experiment with a series of wild strikes but Experiment uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Finnish Experiment is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Experiment.
Experiment swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Experiment looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fairbanks lands an overhand right.
Experiment uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Experiment tries to counter by clinching up but Fairbanks breaks away and moves out of range.
Experiment takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Experiment tried to score with a low kick but Fairbanks checks it.
Experiment connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Experiment. That's going to slow Fairbanks down. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Experiment.
Experiment is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fairbanks can do to turn this around?
Experiment stalling in the clinch.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Experiment controls the action.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks. #TD2#
Fairbanks has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Experiment uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Fairbanks escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Experiment gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fairbanks bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Experiment's guard. #REVB##T2#
Experiment controls Fairbanks momentarily but Fairbanks frees himself. #SU2#
Fairbanks gets to his feet. Experiment looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Experiment counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #CL#
Experiment has managed to clinch.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Experiment controls his hands.
Fairbanks's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fairbanks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nice elbow from Experiment.
Experiment pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to work over Experiment's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Experiment blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Experiment just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Finnish Experiment has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Experiment lands a damaging elbow. #T3#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Experiment lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Experiment tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike from Experiment.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Experiment just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Experiment gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Experiment throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike from Experiment.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses.
Fairbanks wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Experiment has him pressed against the cage.
Experiment tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Experiment lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Experiment throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T4#
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Experiment creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Fairbanks's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Experiment lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Experiment as the two fighters clinch.
Experiment pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Experiment comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Experiment lands an elbow that stopped Fairbanks in his tracks for a moment.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Experiment misses with an elbow strike.
Experiment gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks takes an elbow to the forehead.
Experiment lands a nice shot to the body.
Experiment prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Finnish Experiment will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Experiment on the side of the head.
A big left from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Experiment pivots, looking for a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range and Experiment settles back down.
Fairbanks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Experiment lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A bone on bone clash there as Fairbanks blocks the leg kick.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Experiment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Experiment throws the left hand but Fairbanks avoids the punch easily.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Experiment is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Fairbanks.
Experiment is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Experiment sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1##CL#
Experiment takes the fight into the clinch.
Experiment trying to control the position but instead, Fairbanks has worked for underhooks and has pushed Experiment into the cage.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Experiment misses with an elbow over the top.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks trying to stall but Experiment improves his position.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Experiment.
Experiment gets underhooks to prevent Fairbanks's takedown attempt.
Fairbanks blocks the elbow strike.
Experiment goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Experiment is trying to maintain a safe position but Fairbanks gets an underhook and turns Experiment into the cage.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Experiment prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Experiment stalling the fight.
Experiment prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Experiment lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Experiment stalls.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Experiment is keeping busy.
Fairbanks avoids the elbow strike from Experiment, against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a body punch.
Experiment holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Experiment throws an elbow but it misses.
Fairbanks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Experiment just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Experiment blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Experiment avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Experiment keeps control of Fairbanks as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Experiment lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Experiment goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks dodges an elbow strike from Experiment.
Experiment lands a damaging elbow.
Experiment misses with an elbow over the top.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Experiment.
Experiment's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
With the fighters up against the cage, Experiment throws an elbow but misses.
Experiment creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Fairbanks's defenses.
Fairbanks taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Fairbanks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks avoids a wild elbow strike from Experiment.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Experiment or not.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks avoids a wild elbow strike from Experiment.#T4#
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Experiment just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Experiment throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Experiment tries to stall but Fairbanks uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Experiment.
Fairbanks controlling the action here for a moment.
Experiment lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Finnish Experiment is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Experiment controls his hands.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Desmond Fairbanks.
I think Experiment 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Finnish Experiment!

Finnish Experiment decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: AEW 18     
Date:   Jul 20, 2019
#R1#
Sepulveda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sepulveda under the eye.
Sepulveda lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a leg kick.
Sepulveda lands a head shot.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL#
Fairbanks drives through and clinches with Sepulveda against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
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!#BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Fairbanks connects with a nice looking jab.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Sepulveda looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks blocks a jab.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Fairbanks clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Sepulveda instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks has Sepulveda pushed against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Sepulveda controls his hands.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks is struggling to control the position.#T3#
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fairbanks leaning against his opponent.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fairbanks throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sepulveda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Sepulveda misses with a jab to the body
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Sepulveda gets a clinch.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda tries to break free but Fairbanks pushes him back against the cage.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
A hook to the body from Fairbanks. #T4##BC2#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Fairbanks tries to bum rush Sepulveda with a series of wild strikes but Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
and Sepulveda counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Fairbanks gets tackled into the cage by Sepulveda. Sepulveda maintains the clinch.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Sepulveda escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sepulveda throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda lands the left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sepulveda's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Sepulveda moves out of range.
Fairbanks is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Sepulveda misses with a right hand
and Sepulveda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Danga de danga de dang - Fairbanks scores with a four punch combination!
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sepulveda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda throws a fast counter high kick but Fairbanks manages to duck under it in time.
Sepulveda misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Sepulveda has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda. #T1#
A hook to the body from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sepulveda gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Sepulveda blocks it.
Sepulveda digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
Sepulveda prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Sepulveda lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sepulveda tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Sepulveda.
A short body shot lands from Sepulveda as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD#
Fairbanks has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Sepulveda clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Fairbanks's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SU#
What's going on here? Fairbanks has decided to give up on the ground game despite having his opponent's back!
Sepulveda connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a nice leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Sepulveda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Sepulveda catches Fairbanks with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Sepulveda tries to land a body kick
and Fairbanks counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sepulveda scores with a jab. Fairbanks acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Sepulveda slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sepulveda can do to turn this around?
Sepulveda scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fairbanks in his tracks.
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sepulveda finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda lands a jab to Fairbanks's midsection.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Sepulveda counters with a straight right hand.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Sepulveda counters with an outside leg kick.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sepulveda digs a good hook to Fairbanks's body. #T4#
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a nice uppercut.
Sepulveda scores with a leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That kick from Sepulveda tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Sepulveda's ribs.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sepulveda defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Fairbanks moves forwards but Sepulveda connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Sepulveda rushes Fairbanks and presses him up against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks works on Sepulveda's body with a couple of short punches.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC2#
Sepulveda manages to break the clinch.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sepulveda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Fairbanks misses with the combination. #T1#
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.
Sepulveda throws a poor cross that misses
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda connects with the punch.
Fairbanks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sepulveda lands a really nice looking cross but Fairbanks seems unphased.
Fairbanks doesn't manage to clinch there - Sepulveda circles away.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a combination that misses
and Fairbanks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sepulveda misses with a left hand
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Sepulveda's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fairbanks under the eye.#CL2#
Sepulveda closes the distance and pushes Fairbanks back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sepulveda doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sepulveda looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Fairbanks leaning against his opponent.
A nice left hand lands by Sepulveda.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sepulvedas head.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sepulveda's elbow.
Sepulveda lands with a light punch inside.
Sepulveda can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Sepulveda misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is working for takedown but Sepulveda is calmly controlling the position for now.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda. #T3#
Sepulveda lands a body shot in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sepulveda.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Sepulveda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sepulveda on the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Sepulveda looks to land a right hand but Fairbanks moved out of range.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sepulveda swings widly with a right hand
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Sepulveda. #T4#
Sepulveda misses with a right hand
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Sepulveda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Sepulveda as he connects with a hook.
Sepulveda avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Alejandro Sepulveda just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Sepulveda ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
A jab from Sepulveda misses.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Sepulveda tries to counter with a clinch but Fairbanks shakes him off and moves away.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sepulveda.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Sepulveda. #T1#
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks. #BC2#
Sepulveda manages to break the clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Sepulveda has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sepulveda blocking some punches.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks. #T2#
Sepulveda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fairbanks cracks Sepulveda with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Sepulveda is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda misses with a punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pressing his opponent against the cage.
Sepulveda lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks gets through Sepulveda's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
Sepulveda swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sepulveda is trying to push Fairbanks away but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sepulveda lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fairbanks looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
Fairbanks tries to work over Sepulveda's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Desmond Fairbanks has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sepulveda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sepulveda tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sepulveda staying out of range there.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
Sepulveda pushes Fairbanks away with a front kick.
Sepulveda lands with a kick to the temple. Fairbanks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Fairbanks slips a jab from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sepulveda thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Fairbanks if he has to take too many more of those.
Sepulveda scores with a nice body kick.
Sepulveda connects with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Fairbanks's head.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking.
Sepulveda digs a good body shot into Fairbanks's ribs.
Sepulveda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda flicks out a counter leg kick but Fairbanks steps away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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.
#R5#
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sepulveda throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fairbanks bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sepulveda's head.
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sepulveda finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Sepulveda blocks it.#T1#
Sepulveda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sepulveda. That one must have hurt.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking. #CL2#
Sepulveda has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short uppercut from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sepulveda blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Sepulveda lands an uppercut.
Sepulveda lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks misses with some punches. #T2#
Fairbanks is working Sepulveda over against the cage.
Sepulveda tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Sepulveda back against the cage.
Sepulveda has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sepulveda misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sepulveda throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pushes Sepulveda back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch but Sepulveda improves position.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
A head punch on the inside from Sepulveda fails to land.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Sepulveda lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Sepulveda tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks presses Sepulveda against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3##BC2#
Sepulveda breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks jabs Sepulveda right on the nose. Sepulveda blinks but takes it well.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sepulveda - that will leave a mark!
Fairbanks clobbers Sepulveda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sepulveda misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fairbanks defending well as Sepulveda loads up on a big left hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sepulveda.
Sepulveda fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks throwing a counter right hand but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.#T4#
Sepulveda with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fairbanks to score with a decent uppercut.
Sepulveda connects with a high kick.
Sepulveda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks thuds his right hand into Sepulveda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC#
Sepulveda is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sepulveda seems to have recovered his senses.
Sepulveda throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
A nice side step and Sepulveda releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alejandro Sepulveda.
I think Sepulveda has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 47:48
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 47:48
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Sepulveda!

Alejandro Sepulveda is the new bantamweight champion!
Our winner, Alejandro Sepulveda, 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: AEW 11     
Date:   Jun 29, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fairbanks chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Walcott can pounce on him.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Walcott.
A good leg kick by Walcott.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Walcott ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
Fairbanks has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Walcott.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walcott tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Walcott wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Walcott is working Fairbanks over against the cage.
Walcott tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is looking to control Walcott's arms but Walcott gets an underhook and turns him. Now Fairbanks has his back to the cage.
Fairbanks is leaning against Walcott and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T1#
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
A short body shot lands from Walcott as the two fighters clinch.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Walcott throws a front kick aimed at Fairbanks's knee but Fairbanks avoids it well.
A solid leg kick lands there for Walcott.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Walcott.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Walcott's shoulder, as Walcott tries to avoid the shot.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Walcott counters with a thumping low kick.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Walcott scores with a jab.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Walcott.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Walcott takes a swing at Fairbanks's ribcage but misses.
Jab by Fairbanks.
Walcott misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fairbanks punishes Walcott's body with a nice straight punch.
Walcott pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the body kick from Walcott.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Walcott's ribcage but misses.
Walcott feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fairbanks's calf.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Walcott shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Walcott throws a front kick that sends Fairbanks stumbling back into the cage.
Walcott pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Walcott throws a head kick that misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Walcott finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T3#
Fairbanks sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Walcott.
Walcott throws a body kick that misses.
Walcott throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
Walcott throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fairbanks has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Walcott will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the leg kick from Walcott.
Walcott turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Walcott slips the punch.
Walcott misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Walcott avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Walcott bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Walcott fires out a quick counter leg kick but Fairbanks just manages to avoid it.
Walcott throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Fairbanks swings for the body but Walcott moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Walcott there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fairbanks's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Walcott.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Walcott counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Walcott.
Tommy Walcott seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Walcott misses with a body kick.
Walcott throws a half hearted mid kick.
Good leg kick by Walcott there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Walcott moved out of range.
Walcott throws a counter high kick but Fairbanks was just alert enough to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Walcott dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Walcott.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Walcott.
Walcott connects with a solid leg kick.
Walcott fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Walcott goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Walcott throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks walks into a straight right hand from Walcott.
Walcott uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walcott throws a jab but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
It seemed like Fairbanks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tommy Walcott is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Walcott fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Walcott appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Walcott moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Fairbanks.
Walcott tries a head kick but it misses.
Fairbanks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Walcott stuns Fairbanks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.
Nice straight punches there by Fairbanks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Fairbanks.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Walcott - that will leave a mark!
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Walcott manages to avoid it.
Walcott appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Walcott connects with a body shot.
Walcott misses with an attempted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Walcott, right into the meat. #T2#
Walcott throws a chopping leg kick but Fairbanks manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Fairbanks is looking for the big counter here.
Walcott throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Walcott throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Fairbanks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Walcott jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Walcott slips under a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Fairbanks checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Walcott pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Walcott.
Fairbanks lands a jab to the head.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Walcott throws a solid leg kick but Fairbanks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Walcott.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Walcott counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Walcott slips under a jab.
Good leg kick by Walcott there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T3#
Walcott pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks blocks a leg kick.
Walcott slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
The crowd cheers as Fairbanks lands an impressive looking overhand right. Walcott doesn't seem phased though.
Walcott uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fairbanks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Walcott avoids the punch easily.
Walcott lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Walcott throws a leg kick that is checked
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Walcott makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Fairbanks checks a low kick from Walcott.
Fairbanks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Walcott thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Fairbanks if he has to take too many more of those. #T4#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot
and Walcott counters with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks connects with a nice looking jab.
Fairbanks has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Walcott.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Walcott misses with a kick to the body.
Walcott throws a head kick that misses.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Walcott slips the punch.
Walcott thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Fairbanks if he has to take too many more of those.
Walcott looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Walcott's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Fairbanks lands a jab.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Walcott ducks down to avoid it.
Walcott takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Walcott smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks catches Walcott with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#
Walcott is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Tommy Walcott will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Walcott keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Walcott.
Walcott is looking to land body kicks.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
An inside leg kick lands from Walcott.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Walcott does a little dance to reset his feet.
Walcott scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Walcott was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Walcott swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Walcott looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Walcott counters with a slapping leg kick.
Walcott throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Fairbanks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Walcott tries a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
Walcott walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Walcott goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Walcott scores with a leg kick.
Walcott lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Walcott slips under a jab.
Walcott takes one on the button.
A slapping leg kick lands for Walcott.
A lazy body kick from Walcott
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oh Walcott is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Walcott lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Fairbanks has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Fairbanks and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Walcott fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Walcott moves forwards but Fairbanks connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Fairbanks closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Walcott breaks from the clinch.
Walcott misses with a head kick.
Walcott seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick from Walcott lands but Fairbanks takes it in his stride. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Walcott scores with a spinning back kick!
Walcott on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Walcott is looking to score with low kicks.#KD2#
Fairbanks catches Walcott napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Walcott to the canvas!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SU2#
Fairbanks gets to his feet - Walcott follows without any prompting.
Walcott scores with a spinning back kick!
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Good shot there by Walcott.
Walcott looks for the body kick but Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Walcott throws a head kick but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fairbanks connects with the punch.#T3#
Walcott misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
That kick from Walcott tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
A leg kick checked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot that snaps Walcott's head back.
A big left from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Walcott! Fairbanks dives in looking to finish! Walcott is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks is the new bantamweight champion!
A relieved looking Desmond Fairbanks 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: AEW 6     
Date:   Jun 08, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Sepulveda avoids it with no problem.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fairbanks checks it well.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Sepulveda avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sepulveda darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
Sepulveda tries to counter by clinching up but Fairbanks breaks away and moves out of range.
Sepulveda gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks tests Sepulveda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sepulveda sees it coming and avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Jab by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Alejandro Sepulveda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sepulveda scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sepulveda sizes up Fairbanks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sepulveda swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks tries to move into range but Sepulveda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Sepulveda gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sepulveda struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Sepulveda letting Fairbanks take a breather here.#T2##BC#
Sepulveda breaks from the clinch.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
As Sepulveda backs off Fairbanks throws a huge counter combo but Sepulveda manages to avoid it all.
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!
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a nice body kick.
Sepulveda needs to keep his hands up - Fairbanks had a free shot at his head there.
Sepulveda moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sepulveda looks to throw a body kick
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sepulveda throws a front kick aimed at Fairbanks's knee but Fairbanks avoids it well.
The crowd cheers as Fairbanks lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sepulveda doesn't seem phased though.
Fairbanks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sepulveda shoots in but Fairbanks avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Sepulveda misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sepulveda counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sepulveda, as that shot connected.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
enabling Sepulveda to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda wants to land a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks 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.
Sepulveda wants to clinch up but Fairbanks keeps it at a distance.
Sepulveda takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sepulveda dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sepulveda throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sepulveda. That one must have hurt.
Sepulveda scores with a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sepulveda with a body shot.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Sepulveda.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sepulveda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fairbanks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda 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#
Sepulveda closes the distance looking to clinch
and Fairbanks counters with a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sepulveda moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda looks to land a body kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries to counter by clinching up but Fairbanks breaks away and moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sepulveda stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sepulveda with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up.
Sepulveda connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sepulveda throws a right and a left that Fairbanks avoids nicely.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Sepulveda is looking to wear down Fairbanks with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Sepulveda scores with a four punch combination!
Sepulveda connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sepulveda slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sepulveda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sepulveda works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sepulveda ducks down to avoid it.
A left lands for Fairbanks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Sepulveda counters with a left to the body. #T2#
Fairbanks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sepulveda manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sepulveda blocks a jab.
Sepulveda is looking to counter the offense by Fairbanks and move into the clinch.
Fairbanks fails to land with a series of punches.
Sepulveda was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Sepulveda avoids the punch easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Sepulveda is just out of range.#T3#
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sepulveda throws a body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fairbanks, as that shot connected.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sepulveda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fairbanks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sepulveda throws a series of strikes that have Fairbanks backpedaling.
Sepulveda throws a leg kick
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Sepulveda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sepulveda lands a front kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fairbanks tries to avoid it but Sepulveda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fairbanks to the ground. Fairbanks escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sepulveda fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fairbanks is looking to clinch.
Sepulveda throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Sepulveda. That snapped Fairbanks's head back.
Sepulveda looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fairbanks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Fairbanks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sepulveda takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Sepulveda tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sepulveda shoots in for a double leg but Fairbanks sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Sepulveda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Sepulveda misses with a hook
and Fairbanks counters with a left and a right that stings Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fairbanks manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sepulveda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sepulveda manages to avoid it.
Sepulveda takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sepulveda was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.#T1#
Sepulveda misses with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fairbanks clobbers Sepulveda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sepulveda misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Sepulveda misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sepulveda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
Sepulveda drops his hands momentarily and Fairbanks takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sepulveda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sepulveda swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sepulveda there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sepulveda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sepulveda misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Sepulveda clinches up against the cage.
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Sepulveda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sepulveda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sepulveda working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sepulveda blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Sepulveda changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fairbanks fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fairbanks scores with a one two! Sepulveda had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Fairbanks wants the takedown. Sepulveda is fighting it off but Fairbanks persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sepulveda's guard against the cage.
Fairbanks would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Fairbanks decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Sepulveda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sepulveda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Sepulveda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Sepulveda slips under a jab.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sepulveda throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice defenses there by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
Sepulveda misses the jab.
Fairbanks with a hook.
Sepulveda throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
A nice side step and Fairbanks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sepulveda just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks tries to clinch up but Sepulveda circles away and keeps his distance.
Desmond Fairbanks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fairbanks 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Peak - 7     
Date:   Apr 20, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks works Jackson's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson shoots in for a takedown but Fairbanks shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Jackson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fairbanks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a jab. Jackson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fairbanks 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.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks stuffs the takedown.
Jackson looks winded!
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Fairbanks lands a really nice looking cross but Jackson seems unphased.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jackson misses with a double jab
and Fairbanks counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson throws a lazy uppercut
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jackson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fairbankss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Fairbanks jabs at Jackson's body.
Fairbanks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jackson tries for a takedown but Fairbanks circles away easily
and Fairbanks counters with a straight right hand.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oshan Jackson.
Fairbanks lands a glancing blow to the side of Jackson's head.#ROC#
Jackson is rocked!
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Fairbanks scores with a counter punch that sends Jackson to the canvas! Fairbanks smells blood - he's punishing Jackson with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Jackson has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Oshan Jackson was interviewed post fight and said 'I tryed my best i want to thank the fans for coming out and supporting me. Ill be back and next time ill get the finish for you guys.'.

 

Event: RFC - Showdown in Tokyo     
Date:   Mar 16, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Kristian moves out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kristian staying out of range there.#CL2#
Fairbanks gets tackled into the cage by Kristian. Kristian maintains the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kristian pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kristian misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Kristian prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short left from Fairbanks.
Kristian misses with some punches.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Kristian.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kristian effectively controlling the action here.
Fairbanks avoiding damage. #T1#
Kristian lands with a short shot to the head.
Kristian can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
A bit of stalling here from Kristian. #BC#
Fairbanks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kristian stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fairbanks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've been told by Fairbanks's head coaches at Tōshi that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fairbanks jabs Kristian to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kristian fails with a takedown attempt.
Kristian misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kristian wants to clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.#T2#
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kristian throws a right hand that Fairbanks ducks under and follows up with a left that Fairbanks also avoids with ease.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kristian.
Kristian throws a head kick that misses.
Kristian is trying hard to land a takedown here. Fairbanks sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kristian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Michael Kristian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kristian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kristian throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kristian keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Kristian uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
As Fairbanks backs off Kristian throws a huge counter combo but Fairbanks manages to avoid it all.
Kristian rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fairbanks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.
Kristian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kristian takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Kristian with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T3##CL2#
Kristian gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kristian blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks dodges an elbow strike from Kristian.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Kristian.
Kristian doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Fairbanks.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Kristian blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Kristian.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Kristian uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Kristian fails to land.
Kristian blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Kristian gets underhooks to prevent Fairbanks's takedown attempt.
Fairbanks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kristian backwards.
Kristian tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks has Kristian pressed against the cage.
Fairbanks is pressed up against the cage. Kristian has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fairbanks down to the mat. Fairbanks avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Kristian.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kristian avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kristian throws a head kick that misses.
Kristian fails with a takedown attempt.
Fairbanks stuns Kristian with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kristian takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kristian throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Kristian will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kristian swinging wildly here.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kristian.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kristian.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kristian.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks slips a jab and a cross from Kristian.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks circles away from the clinch attempt
and Fairbanks counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
Kristian closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1#
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Kristian.
The referee is keeping an eye on Fairbanks - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kristian looking to stall.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kristian's elbow.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks gets through Kristian's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Kristian throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kristian avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kristian lands a body shot. #T2#
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kristian can do to turn this around?
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kristian blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Kristian.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Kristian.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Fairbanks. #ROC#
Kristian is rocked!
Kristian blocking some punches.
Kristian is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Kristian seems to have recovered his senses.
Desmond Fairbanks has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kristian.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Kristian controls his hands.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Kristian blocks it.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3##TD#
Fairbanks has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kristian is trying to keep an underhook but Fairbanks manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Fairbanks wants to free his trapped foot but Kristian is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Fairbanks wants to work for an arm triangle but Kristian is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Still in half guard, Fairbanks seems content to control.#SUB#
Fairbanks is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kristian is not content to let Fairbanks control the position.
Kristian is looking to escape.
Fairbanks tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kristian knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
Kristian trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kristian has his hands clasped together around Fairbanks's back. He's all about the action.
Fairbanks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kristian keeps working.
Fairbanks is pressing down on Kristian's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kristian is holding on for now.
Fairbanks works his foot free and advances to mount.
Fairbanks wants to take his opponent's back but Kristian doesn't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kristian displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Kristian misses with a two punch combination.
Kristian tries to clinch but Fairbanks moves away
and Fairbanks counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kristian thinking.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Kristian moves out of range.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
Kristian takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kristian blocks a jab.
Michael Kristian is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kristian tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Fairbanks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Kristian does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kristian misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kristian manages to avoid it.
Kristian closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Kristian does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Kristian lands a jab to the nose.
Kristian tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Kristian keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Kristian is just out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body. Kristian takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kristian fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fairbanks swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fairbanks lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Kristian moves into the clinch successfully.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fairbanks avoids a wild elbow strike from Kristian.
Fairbanks manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Desmond Fairbanks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fairbanks is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kristian working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kristian tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks stalling.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Kristian.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kristian is looking to control Fairbanks's arms but Fairbanks gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kristian has his back to the cage.
Kristian throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks blocks a body shot from Kristian.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Kristian uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T3#
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Kristian lands with a short shot to the head.
Fairbanks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kristian backwards.
Kristian throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kristian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kristian has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a hook that snaps the head of Kristian backwards.
Kristian has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Kristian controls his hands.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks gets underhooks to prevent Kristian's takedown attempt.
Kristian throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Kristian. #T4#
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Kristian.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kristian scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Kristian.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the side of Kristian's head.
Fairbanks blocks an elbow strike.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Kristian tries for a takedown. No joy.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Kristian.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Michael Kristian has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kristian.
Kristian has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fairbanks avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fairbanks 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Rapid Fight Night 6     
Date:   Feb 22, 2019
#R1#
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Markovic tries to clinch there but Fairbanks circles away.
Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Markovic.
We've been told by Fairbanks's head coaches at Tōshi that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Markovic throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Markovic misses with a double jab
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fairbanks lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Fairbanks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Markovic dives in for a single leg takedown but Fairbanks sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Markovic throws a body kick.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Fairbanks looks for a takedown but Markovic sprawls well.
Fairbanks swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks stuns Markovic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Markovic looks to land a body kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Markovic has his takedown stuffed
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Markovic tries a head kick but it misses.
Markovic misses with a takedown
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic.#T2#
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic misses with a body kick.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Fairbanks cracks Markovic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Markovic tries a head kick but it misses.
Fairbanks keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab lands there for Markovic.
Markovic slips a straight right by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Markovic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Fairbanks in a clinch. #T3#
Markovic has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Fairbanks after a bit of a struggle.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to work over Markovic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short uppercut from Fairbanks.
Markovic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fairbanks pulls his leg out and moves away.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Fairbanks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice takedown defense from Fairbanks. No joy for Markovic on that attempt.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Markovic.
Markovic throws a front kick that sends Fairbanks stumbling back into the cage.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Markovic at a distance.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Markovic with a lazy takedown attempt
and Fairbanks counters with a left to the body.
Markovic looks winded!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fairbanks jabs Markovic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Markovic has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Markovic misses with an uppercut
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks 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#
Markovic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fairbanks swivels and escapes.
Markovic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Markovic's ribs.#CL2#
Markovic darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Markovic can do to turn this around?
Markovic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fairbanks fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Fairbanks lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic moves to clinch but Fairbanks breaks away
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Markovic dives in and grabs Fairbanks's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fairbanks pushes down on Markovic's head and hops out.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic.
Markovic moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
A little jabbing left from Markovic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Fairbanks fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Markovic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fairbanks connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Markovic with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Markovic's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Fairbanks pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Markovic manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Markovic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fairbanks trying to control the position from guard on top but Markovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Fairbanks looking to pass the guard.
Fairbanks forces his way into half guard.
Fairbanks moves nicely into side control.
Fairbanks moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Fairbanks trying to control the action but Markovic is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Markovic tries to bench press Fairbanks off him but Fairbanks keeps the position. #T3#
Markovic keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Fairbanks is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Markovic has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Fairbanks thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Markovic prevents Fairbanks from improving position.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but Markovic is working away.
Fairbanks tries to move to mount but Markovic blocks the move with his legs.
Markovic regains half guard there - taking advantage of Fairbanks's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Fairbanks is pressing down on Markovic's thigh, looking to free his foot. Markovic is holding on for now.
Markovic is looking to improve his position.
Fairbanks has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Markovic is wriggling around trying to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fairbanks wants to take Markovic's back but he can't do it this time.
Markovic is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks throws a combination. Markovic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Markovic's ribs.
Fairbanks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Markovic fails with the takedown.
Fairbanks fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Markovic counters with a one-two to the body.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Markovic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Markovic fails to land the takedown.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fairbanks swats away the attempt to clinch by Markovic.
Fairbanks lands a head shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Markovic.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
enabling Markovic to counter with a crisp jab.
Markovic walks into a left hand.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Milo Markovic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Desmond Fairbanks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fairbanks throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Markovic's midsection.
Fairbanks stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Markovic.
Fairbanks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
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!
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic misses with a body punch
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Markovic moves out of range.
Markovic is looking to clinch.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks jabs Markovic to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
Markovic connects with a high kick.
Markovic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Markovic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markovic manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks jabs Markovic right on the nose. Markovic blinks but takes it well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Markovic.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milo Markovic.
Fairbanks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range. #T4#
Nice shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Markovic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Markovic's body.
Markovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Markovic doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks punishes Markovic's body with a nice straight punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fairbanks 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 John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: RFC Australia Day     
Date:   Jan 26, 2019
#R1#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Maynard .
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Maynard .
Maynard avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Maynard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Maynard throws a body kick that misses.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Maynard doesn't seem bothered though.
Maynard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Maynard .
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Maynard is just out of range.
Maynard tries to counter with a takedown but Fairbanks is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maynard throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Maynard takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Maynard 's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Maynard rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body.
Maynard scores with a push kick.
Maynard uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Maynard was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch
letting Maynard counter with a right hand.
Maynard shoots in for a double leg but Fairbanks sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A nice side step and Fairbanks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body.
Maynard tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Maynard avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Maynard throws a low kick but Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Fairbanks works Maynard 's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
and Maynard counters with a three punch combo that has Fairbanks backing up. Fairbanks nods at Maynard to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Maynard lands a jab.#T2#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maynard was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Maynard attempts a counter takedown but Fairbanks avoids it well and moves away.
Maynard throws a poor cross that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a right hand to the body.
Maynard throws a nice looking combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses.
Maynard lands a head kick. Fairbanks smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Maynard .
Both fighters circling a little - Maynard finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Maynard misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that both miss.
Maynard 's corner calls for a 1-2. Maynard obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Maynard avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Maynard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Maynard just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Maynard swings away with a body shot that misses
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maynard tries to clinch up
and Fairbanks counters with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Maynard counters with a nice double leg into side control. Fairbanks won't be happy with that.
Fairbanks is looking to regain half guard here but Maynard keeps moving and retains side control.
Fairbanks gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Fairbanks regains full guard. Nicely done.
Maynard trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Fairbanks looking to control.
Fairbanks has his hands on Maynard 's head, controlling the position.
Maynard landing some decent shots from guard. #T4##SUB2#
Maynard got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fairbanks has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Maynard has managed to get both his arms back between Fairbanks's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maynard defends well.
Maynard content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks working a defensive guard here.
Maynard pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fairbanks is keeping the position for now.
Maynard wants to control from the top but Fairbanks keeps moving.
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 Gray Maynard will probably get the nod.
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#
Fairbanks blocks a jab.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Maynard stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maynard manages to avoid it.
Maynard moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Maynard steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.#TD#
Maynard darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fairbanks is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks has hold of Maynard 's hands but Maynard slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Maynard is keen to just control but Fairbanks is a slippery customer.
Fairbanks is looking to improve his position.
Maynard is looking to advance position but Fairbanks won't allow it. #T1#
Fairbanks slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Fairbanks is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maynard is refusing to be controlled, as Fairbanks sits in half guard.
Maynard misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Fairbanks prevents Maynard from improving his position.
Fairbanks works his foot free and advances to mount.
Fairbanks takes Maynard 's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Maynard is in trouble.
Fairbanks trying to control momentarily. #T2##SUB2#
Fairbanks working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
A lull in the action here. #SUB2#
Fairbanks looking for the choke from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maynard staying busy and making it hard for Fairbanks to control. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is persistently looking for the submission but Maynard is defending it well. #T3#
A lull in the action here. #SUB2#
Fairbanks working for a choke but Maynard is defending well.
Maynard is trying to break free.
Maynard is working hard here to advance position.
Fairbanks wants to control but Maynard is keeping busy.#SUB2#
Maynard showing good submission defense here.
Maynard trying to control the hands but Fairbanks won't let him. #T4##SUB2#
Maynard defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Fairbanks's arms.
Maynard is really stuck here. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is looking for a choke. Maynard gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Maynard manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
Fairbanks looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maynard lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maynard defends well.
Maynard keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Maynard fails with an attempt to clinch.
Maynard is looking to land body kicks.
Fairbanks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Maynard 's ribcage but misses.
Maynard comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Maynard 's ribs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fairbanks.
Maynard looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Maynard throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Maynard throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Fairbanks was covering up waiting for the punch and Maynard finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Fairbanks tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Maynard landing some decent shots from guard.
Maynard with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Fairbanks escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Maynard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Maynard trying to control but Fairbanks is working from the bottom.
Fairbanks looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Maynard puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Maynard is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fairbanks wants to control but Maynard is keeping busy.
Maynard wants to pass to mount but Fairbanks is defending the position. #T2#
Maynard passes to full mount!
Fairbanks is squirming around, avoiding Maynard 's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Maynard looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Fairbanks really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Maynard lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Maynard lands with some strikes.#T3#
Fairbanks tries to hold on but Maynard pushes him away.
Fairbanks has given up his back here. #SUB#
Maynard has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Fairbanks tries to break free. #SUB#
Maynard is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Fairbanks tries to break free.
Gray Maynard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Fairbanks preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Maynard .
Maynard is looking to control Fairbanks but Fairbanks is wriggling around and keeping busy.
I really don't envy Fairbanks right now. #T4#
Maynard is not going to allow Fairbanks to sit and survive in this position.
Maynard struggling to keep hold of the position. #SUB#
Maynard looking to break Fairbanks's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Fairbanks remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Maynard will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Fairbanks rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Fairbanks wants to get back to full guard.
Fairbanks has his hands clasped together around Maynard 's back. He's all about the action.
Maynard is trying to control the action in half guard but Fairbanks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Maynard has control of the leg.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gray Maynard showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Maynard 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:29
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Gray Maynard !

A relieved looking Gray Maynard 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: Rapid Fight Night 2     
Date:   Jan 11, 2019
#R1#
Yusuke misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
Yusuke misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yusuke on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Yusuke throws a shot to the body.
Yusuke slips a jab and a cross from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
A slapping leg kick lands for Yusuke.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yusuke misses with a straight right.
Yusuke avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Yusuke avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fujii Yusuke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Fairbanks lands.
Yusuke scores with a nice body kick. #T1#
Yusuke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fairbanks darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Yusuke fails with a takedown attempt.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Yusuke moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yusuke.
Fairbanks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Yusuke uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Yusuke is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Yusuke ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yusuke sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Yusuke with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Yusuke moves out of range.
Yusuke tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Yusuke takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Yusuke uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yusuke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yusuke lands a nice looking kick to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back to recover.
Yusuke punishes Fairbanks's body with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Yusuke misses the target.
Yusuke lands a nice looking kick to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back to recover.
Yusuke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Yusuke counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Yusuke has closed the distance and engaged Fairbanks in a clinch. #T3#
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Yusuke backwards.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Fairbanks pressing his opponent against the cage.
Yusuke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yusuke misses with a punch on the inside.
Yusuke scores with a shoulder strike.
Yusuke swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yusuke misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yusuke.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Yusuke.
Yusuke misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A bit of stalling here from Yusuke.
Yusuke blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
Yusuke lands a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Yusuke controls his hands.
Fairbanks dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Yusuke gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Yusuke.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the head.
Yusuke throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Yusuke.
Yusuke scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Yusuke scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Yusuke's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Fairbanks swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fairbanks lands with a good body shot.
Fairbanks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Yusuke. That one must have hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fujii Yusuke will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Yusuke dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fairbanks. That did some damage!
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yusuke moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks throws a one two combo.
Yusuke takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Yusuke avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Yusuke throws a leg kick but Fairbanks sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yusuke lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Decent striking displayed by Yusuke there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yusuke throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
Fairbanks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Yusuke moves out of range. #T1#
Yusuke closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yusuke.
A slow jab from Yusuke misses its intended target.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yusuke.
Fairbanks cracks Yusuke with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Yusuke throws a lazy right hand but Fairbanks sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Yusuke throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Yusuke throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Yusuke saw that one coming.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Yusuke's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Yusuke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yusuke thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Yusuke thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yusuke avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big right from Yusuke misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Yusuke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Yusuke's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Yusuke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Yusuke cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Yusuke.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Yusuke explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Yusuke looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Yusuke swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Fairbanks as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Yusuke moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Yusuke ducked under it nicely.
Yusuke is trying to counter with his kicks.
Yusuke lands a nice shot that snaps Fairbanks's head back.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Yusuke is just out of range.
Yusuke scores with a jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Fairbanks checks a leg kick.
Fairbanks lands a right hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Yusuke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yusuke.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Yusuke misses with an attempted mid kick. #T4#
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Yusuke avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Yusuke lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yusuke misses with a body kick.
Fairbanks is looking to counter punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yusuke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yusuke tries to clinch up
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
A left lands for Yusuke.
Yusuke takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fujii Yusuke showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Fairbanks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Yusuke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yusuke misses with a low kick as Fairbanks jumps back.
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Yusuke shakes it off.#TD#
Fairbanks manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Yusuke on his heels. He'll look to pass Yusuke's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Yusuke is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fairbanks stopping the sweep attempt from Yusuke.
Fairbanks looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Yusuke looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fairbanks tries to free his leg and advance position but Yusuke is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Yusuke has his foot on Fairbanks's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fairbanks works his way back into a safe position though.
Fairbanks wants to pass the guard but Yusuke is keeping the position.#T1#
Fairbanks trying to control the position from guard on top but Yusuke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Yusuke looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Yusuke keeping full guard, as Fairbanks tries to pass.
Fairbanks showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Fairbanks postures up.
Fairbanks looking to pass the guard.
Fairbanks won't allow Yusuke to sweep him here.
Yusuke is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Desmond Fairbanks 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.#SUB2#
Yusuke 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! Fairbanks rolls with it to try and escape but Yusuke cranks on the arm and Fairbanks is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fujii Yusuke!

 

Event: RFC NYE     
Date:   Dec 31, 2018
#R1#
Shot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Shot saw that one coming.
Nice uppercut lands for Fairbanks. That snapped Shot's head back.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Shot is just out of range.
Shot misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
Shot clobbers Fairbanks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Shot counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jab by Shot.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Shot counters with a one-two to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Shot throws an off balance right hand
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
Shot tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A shot to the liver by Fairbanks. Beautiful body shot.
Shot moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Shot flicks out a counter leg kick but Fairbanks steps away.
Shot misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Shot moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Shot gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fairbanks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shot scores with a punch to the head.
Shot doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shot works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Shot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks blocks a jab.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Shot moves out of range.
Shot avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Shot! But no joy.
Shot 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.
Fairbanks lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Shot circles away quickly and effectively.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shot manages to avoid it.
Shot 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.
Shot misses with a hook.
Shot attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Shot pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shot throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Shot ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Shot darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shot moves away.
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the head.#TD2#
Fairbanks gets caught flat footed, as Shot shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shot manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Fairbanks controls from within his opponent's guard.
Fairbanks advances to half guard. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shot wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping busy.
Fairbanks is keen to just control but Shot is a slippery customer.
Fairbanks slows the pace down in half guard.
Fairbanks prevents Shot from improving his position.
Fairbanks is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Fairbanks fails to advance to Shot's back.
Fairbanks controlling from the full mount.
Fairbanks with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Shot to counter with a crisp jab.
Shot keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Shot throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Fairbanks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Fairbanks dodges the punch combination from Shot.
Shot staying out of range there.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Shot doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Shot throws a shot to the body.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shot moves away.
Shot misses the jab.#T1#
Fairbanks scores with a jab. Shot acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shot.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Shot tries to counter it with a takedown but Fairbanks pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shot was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Shot doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jab from Fairbanks.
Shot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Shot with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Shot throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the body.
Shot throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shot.#T2#
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Shot to score with a decent uppercut.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Shot.
Shot tries to move into range but Fairbanks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shot takes one to the chin there.
Fairbanks lands with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Shot counter with a right hand.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Shot moves out of range.
Shot looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Shot.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Shot loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Shot shoots for a takedown but Fairbanks saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Shot throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Shot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fairbanks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Shot counter with a right hand.
Shot throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks punishes Shot's body with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shot was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Shot feints the counter takedown.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Shot's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot lands for Shot.
Fairbanks stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Shot misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.
Shot misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Shot is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks. #T4#
Fairbanks lands a nice hook to Shot's body. Shot takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Shot lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shot fails to land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Shot 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.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Fairbanks misses the target.
Shot shoots in but Fairbanks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fairbanks lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Shot counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Shot gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shot.
Shot throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Shot blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shot backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks gets through Shot's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Shot is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Shot working aggressively here.
Shot swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shot misses with a knee to the head. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Shot goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks scores with a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
Shot fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Fairbanks dodges an elbow strike from Shot.
Shot's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks. #ROC#
Shot is rocked!
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Shot is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shot backwards.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks.
Shot takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Shot is keeping busy.
Fairbanks effectively controlling the action here.
Desmond Fairbanks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shot seems to have recovered his senses.
Shot tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks tries to work over Shot's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks gets through Shot's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks works on Shot's body with a couple of short punches.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Fairbanks takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Shot misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Shot or not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
A short left from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the side of Shot's head.
Shot can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Shot throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Shot manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Fairbanks tries to free his leg and advance position but Shot is retaining full guard.
Fairbanks passes into half guard.
Shot is trying to maintain the position but Fairbanks is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fairbanks trying to control the pace.
Fairbanks is pressing down on Shot's thigh, looking to free his foot. Shot is holding on for now.
Shot wants to get back to full guard.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shot can do to turn this around?
Fairbanks is controlling the pace.
Shot is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fairbanks's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fairbanks's back!#T4#
Fairbanks tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Fairbanks is trying desperately to improve position.
Shot tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Shot with good strikes from the mount here!
Fairbanks wants to control but Shot is having none of it.
Sebastian Shot has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fairbanks slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Shot wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping him busy.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Fairbanks is trying to control but can't.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Shot has control of the leg.
Fairbanks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shot is working away from the top position though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Fairbanks, 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:28
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

During a confident post fight interview, Desmond Fairbanks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: RapidFC 6     
Date:   Dec 13, 2018
#R1##CL2#
Esgoban moves into the clinch.
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Esgoban backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hand to the body from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Esgoban.
A left hand lands to the body for Fairbanks.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fairbanks.
Esgoban missing with knees to the body.
Good body shot from Fairbanks. #TD#
Fairbanks gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks tries to pass to full mount but Esgoban defends it.
Fairbanks trying to control the action but Esgoban is working from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T1#
Fairbanks trying to mount his opponent but Esgoban defends it.
Fairbanks sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Esgoban is defending against the submission attempts here by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is looking to advance position but Esgoban won't allow it. #SUB#
Esgoban is defending against the submission attempts here by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks trying to pass the guard but Esgoban defending well. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Fairbanks passes the guard and advances to mount!
Fairbanks wants to control the pace but Esgoban is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Fairbanks is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Esgoban can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Fairbanks pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Fairbanks is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Fairbanks trying to control but Esgoban is having none of it.
Esgoban wants to try and get back to his feet.
Fairbanks wants to take Esgoban's back here but Esgoban is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Fairbanks trying to control but Esgoban is having none of it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fairbanks tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Fairbanks is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Esgoban is surviving well by controlling Fairbanks's body position as best he can.
Fairbanks controlling his opponent.
Fairbanks moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Esgoban defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Fairbanks working for a choke but Esgoban is defending well. #SUB#
Esgoban is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Fairbanks gets his way!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Esgoban moves out of range.
Esgoban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from Esgoban misses.
Esgoban misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Esgoban.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Esgoban.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Esgoban looks to land a combination but Fairbanks avoids it well.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Esgoban moves out of range.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Esgoban with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Esgoban misses the target.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Esgoban.
Esgoban takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Esgoban doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Esgoban can do to turn this around?#T1#
Esgoban takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Esgoban misses with a series of wild punches.
Esgoban looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fairbanks tests Esgoban's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch combination from Esgoban misses.
Kamil Esgoban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Esgoban tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fairbanks swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fairbanks swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Esgoban does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kamil Esgoban is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Esgoban shakes it off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Esgoban tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it. #T2#
Esgoban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Esgoban throws a jab but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Esgoban doesn't seem bothered though.
Esgoban lands a jab.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks thuds a left hand into Esgoban's body.#TD#
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Fairbanks is looking for a kimura but Esgoban is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Fairbanks to get the leverage. #SUB#
Fairbanks is working for a kimura but Esgoban is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Fairbanks is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Esgoban has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Esgoban is defending against the submission attempts here by Fairbanks. #SUB#
Fairbanks is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Esgoban has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Fairbanks 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. #SUB#
Fairbanks is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fairbanks stops Esgoban from getting back to his feet.
Esgoban is in trouble now - Fairbanks has advanced to mount!
Fairbanks seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Esgoban is holding on tight. #SUB#
Fairbanks has hold of Esgoban's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Esgoban manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Fairbanks wants to take Esgoban's back but he can't do it this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Esgoban shakes it off.
Fairbanks lands with a good body shot.
Fairbanks is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Esgoban avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
A slow jab from Esgoban misses its intended target.
Esgoban throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Esgoban tries to clinch up but Fairbanks circles away and keeps his distance.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Esgoban was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Esgoban throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Esgoban.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Esgoban's midsection.
Fairbanks lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Esgoban on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Esgoban rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Esgoban is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Esgoban manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands a right hook to the body.
Esgoban takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Esgoban moves to clinch but Fairbanks breaks away
and Fairbanks counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Esgoban thinking.
Esgoban tries to clinch up but Fairbanks circles away and keeps his distance.
Fairbanks cracks Esgoban with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
No joy there for Esgoban, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Desmond Fairbanks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Esgoban is looking to clinch but Fairbanks is avoiding it.
Fairbanks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Esgoban walks into a left hand.
Fairbanks throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Esgoban fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Esgoban. Those never looked like landing.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Esgoban looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Esgoban closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Esgoban doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Esgoban moves out of range.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fairbanks.#T3#
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks lands a head shot.
Esgoban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Esgoban gets caught napping as Fairbanks dives in and scores a takedown. Esgoban manages to retain guard.
Fairbanks looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Fairbanks has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Fairbanks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Esgoban is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Fairbanks pushing down on Esgoban's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Fairbanks works his way into full mount!
Fairbanks moves to back control.
Esgoban is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Fairbanks off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Esgoban is trying to stand back up.
Fairbanks controlling from the back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fairbanks 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 Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: DARE 70     
Date:   Oct 06, 2018
#R1#
Sensei throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Sensei avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Sensei throws an off balance right hand
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sensei strikes.
Sensei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sensei throws out the jab.
Sensei looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Sensei closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fairbanks did well to prevent Sensei getting side control.#ES2#
Fairbanks kicks off Sensei and gets to his feet.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sensei throws a body shot but no joy.
Sensei bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sensei throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Fairbanks defending well as Sensei loads up on a big left hand.
A countering left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Sensei.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sensei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sensei is landing a low percentage of strikes.#T1#
Sensei misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sensei with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fairbanks is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sensei rather than just go for the knockout.
Sensei misses with the combination.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
Sensei lands a jab to the head.
Sensei throws a predictable looking body shot
and Fairbanks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Sensei misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Fairbanks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sensei.
Decent striking displayed by Fairbanks there.
Sensei throws a big shot that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sensei takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Sensei.
Fairbanks has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sensei.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sensei was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Sensei rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a straight right hand.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Sensei.
Sensei cracks Fairbanks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sensei throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sensei tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sensei wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sensei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Sensei appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sensei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. #T3#
Sensei throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice jab there from Sensei.
Sensei throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sensei swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sensei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Sensei throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fairbanks on the side of the head.
Sensei is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Sensei looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Sensei lands a nice shot to the body.
Sensei connects with a nice looking jab.
Sensei lands a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T4#
Sensei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD#
Sensei shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Fairbanks working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fairbanks keeping moving, preventing Sensei from controlling successfully.
Fairbanks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fairbanks lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Fairbanks won't allow Sensei to sweep him here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sensei is pulling down on Fairbanks's head. It's preventing any offense from Fairbanks, at least for the moment.
Fairbanks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sensei swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Sensei is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kylar Sensei 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#
Fairbanks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A punch lands to the side of Fairbanks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sensei manages to avoid it.
Sensei takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kylar Sensei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No joy there for Sensei, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sensei uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sensei was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Sensei.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sensei's ribcage but misses.
Sensei throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Sensei ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Sensei throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sensei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Sensei avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sensei uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Sensei lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sensei tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sensei throws a sloppy body shot
and Fairbanks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sensei manages to avoid it.
Sensei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sensei lands with a nice body punch.
Sensei gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sensei is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
A nice side step and Fairbanks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fairbanks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sensei moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sensei.
Fairbanks let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sensei swings widly with a right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Sensei moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sensei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sensei connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fairbanks momentarily.
Sensei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sensei's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sensei's ribcage but misses.
Sensei looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Sensei misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Sensei shoots in and gets a takedown into Fairbanks's guard.
Fairbanks 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.#T3#
Kylar Sensei overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sensei is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sensei working some strikes from top position.
Sensei working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Sensei preventing the sweep.
Sensei working some strikes from top position.
Sensei trying to control the position from guard on top but Fairbanks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sensei advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Fairbanks looking for submissions off his back.
Sensei prevents Fairbanks from improving his position.#T4#
Fairbanks is staying active underneath Sensei, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Sensei has control of the leg.
Nice strikes from Sensei there.
Sensei working over Fairbanks with some ground and pound. Fairbanks looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Fairbanks gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Fairbanks looking for a guillotine here but Sensei defends easily.
Sensei won't allow Fairbanks to sweep him here.
Sensei passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Fairbanks is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kylar Sensei dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Sensei moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Sensei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch
letting Sensei counter with a right hand.
Sensei avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Sensei fails with a takedown attempt.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sensei stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sensei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sensei. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Sensei's ribcage but misses.
Sensei connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1##TD#
Sensei gets the takedown into side control.
Fairbanks is looking to regain half guard here but Sensei keeps moving and retains side control.
Sensei in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sensei working the head and body with strikes.
Sensei in side control lands a decent elbow.
Fairbanks tries to buck Sensei off but Sensei is having none of it.#SUB#
Sensei wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Fairbanks, who protects the arm well.
Fairbanks is looking to reverse the position.
Fairbanks is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Fairbanks trying to control here.
Sensei lands strikes from half guard.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kylar Sensei is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Fairbanks manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Fairbanks 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.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sensei defends well.
Sensei passes Fairbanks's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sensei is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fairbanks can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sensei not doing much here.
Fairbanks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Sensei sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Fairbanks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sensei content to control rather than advance.
Fairbanks is trying to stand back up but Sensei is controlling him
Sensei 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.
Fairbanks is trying to get back to full guard.
Fairbanks gets full guard.
Sensei forces his way into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sensei looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sensei seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fairbanks does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Sensei has control of the leg.
Sensei is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Fairbanks is looking to improve his position.
Sensei looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Fairbanks actively working from the bottom here.
Fairbanks misses with some strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kylar Sensei showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sensei 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kylar Sensei!

Our winner, Kylar Sensei, 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: DARE 63     
Date:   Aug 22, 2018
#R1#
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Trump cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trump.
Fairbanks dodges the punch combination from Trump.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Trump is just out of range.
Trump rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a three punch combo that has Trump backing up. Trump nods at Fairbanks to acknowledge the strikes.
A jab from Trump misses.
Trump looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Trump throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the body.
Trump connects with a single shot there.
Fairbanks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fairbanks is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Trump rather than just go for the knockout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trump throws out the jab.
Trump swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Fairbanks blocks a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Trump misses the target.
Fairbanks unleashes a big counter combination but Trump bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hillary Trump seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Trump's head but Trump sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Trump uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Trump misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
and Trump counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Trump is looking to clinch but Fairbanks is avoiding it.
Fairbanks looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Trump throws a jab when Fairbanks was well out of range.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fairbanks throws a left and a right that both miss
and Trump counters with a stiff right hand.
Trump tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Trump misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Fairbanks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Trump.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Trump is just out of range.
Trump throws a combination. Fairbanks tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Trump waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Trump scores with a punch to the head.
Trump throws a shot to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice shot lands for Fairbanks.
Trump missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trump.
Fairbanks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Trump moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Trump stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Trump is looking to clinch but Fairbanks is avoiding it.
Trump throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Trump cracks Fairbanks with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Trump swings widly with a right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
A nice combination there by Trump.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Trump throws a hook but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Trump misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Trump darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Trump misses with some punches.
A short right from Trump on the inside. #T4##BC2#
Fairbanks's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A punch lands to the side of Fairbanks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A jab from Trump misses.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Trump throwing a counter right hand but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy body shot
and Trump counters with a one-two to the body.
Fairbanks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Trump was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Trump looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Trump wants to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Trump throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Fairbanks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Trump connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Trump tries to move into range but Fairbanks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
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 Hillary Trump will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Trump fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fairbanks on the side of the head.#CL#
Trump closes the distance and clinches.
Trump throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Trump lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Trump as the two fighters clinch.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks trying to stall but Trump improves his position.
Trump lands a nice uppercut.
Trump throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trump lands a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trump lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trump blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Trump on the inside.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Trump is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fairbanks can do to turn this around?
Trump misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trump.
Trump throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Trump.
Trump presses Fairbanks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trump struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Trump tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Trump lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Trump fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Trump.
Trump blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Trump lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairbanks.
Trump fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Trump throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
A head punch on the inside from Trump fails to land.
Trump tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Trump.
Hillary Trump has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Trump lands with a right to the head.
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
Trump misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Trump.
Trump blocking some punches.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Trump controls his hands.
A short right from Trump.
Trump misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trump misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Trump lands with a light punch inside.
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Trump tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Fairbanks.
Trump misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Trump misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Trump. #T3#
Trump misses with some punches.
Fairbanks has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Trump seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Fairbanks can turn it around.
Trump swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trump lands a shot to the body.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Trump misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Trump tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trump misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trump.
Trump has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trump fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Trump misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Trump up against the cage.
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
Fairbanks pressing his opponent against the cage.
Trump tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Trump misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Trump.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Trump.
Trump lands with a left to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trump lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trump.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Trump.
Trump lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hillary Trump dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Fairbanks moves out of range as Trump strikes.
Trump lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Trump moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trump.
Trump swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Fairbanks drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fairbanks tries to move into full mount but can't pass Trump's legs.
Fairbanks is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Trump tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks laying and praying for a moment but Trump takes advantage and regains half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Trump is defending against the submission attempts here by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks wants to pass to mount but Trump is defending the position.
Trump is trying to maintain the position but Fairbanks is very close to passing his half guard.
Trump is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Fairbanks tries to pass to full mount but Trump defends it. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Trump actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Fairbanks is pressing down on Trump's thigh, looking to free his foot. Trump is holding on for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trump is looking to control Fairbanks's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Trump avoid being mounted?
Trump is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fairbanks's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fairbanks's back!
Fairbanks rolls, trying to escape but Trump keeps control of the position.
Trump scores with strikes from the back.
Trump is hanging on to Fairbanks's back as he tries to escape. #T3#
Trump punches Fairbanks on the ear.
Trump lands a shot to the head.
Fairbanks tries to roll but Trump sticks to his back.
Trump is landing with strikes from the back.
Trump scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Fairbanks is looking for a way out.
Hillary Trump overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Trump working for the choke. #SUB#
Trump tightening his grip on Fairbanks, looking for the choke.
Trump gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Fairbanks turns into Trump and is now in his guard.
Trump is controlling Fairbanks's posture.#T4#
Fairbanks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trump swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fairbanks slips nicely into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trump wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Fairbanks works his way into side control.
Trump is trying to get back to half guard.
Fairbanks tries to move into full mount but can't pass Trump's legs.
Fairbanks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Trump keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Hillary Trump did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Trump slips under a jab.
Trump was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A lazy left from Trump finds it's target.
Trump looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
Trump loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Fairbanks let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Fairbanks keeps the fight on the outside.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Trump was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Trump slips the punch.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Trump.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trump was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from Trump misses its target.
Fairbanks avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fairbanks moves away from the strike by Trump.
Trump lands with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Trump's body.
Hillary Trump is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Trump will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Trump.
Good standup being displayed there by Trump as he connects with a hook.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Trump moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Trump counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body. Trump takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fairbanks moves away from the strike by Trump.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Trump is just out of range.
Trump is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Trump's ribs.
Trump throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trump scores with a jab to the jaw.
Trump uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks. #T2#
Trump misses with a body shot
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trump cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Trump slips the punch.
An attempted straight right counter from Trump misses the target.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
A quick step to the side and Trump tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trump scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Fairbanks throws a hook but Trump avoids it easily.
Trump swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trump doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Trump slips the punch.
Trump is looking to counter punch.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trump.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Trump should have avoided that one. #T3#
Trump misses with a wild body shot.
Trump looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
Trump scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Fairbanks throws a right hand that Trump ducks under and follows up with a left that Trump also avoids with ease.
Trump misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Trump tries to clinch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Trump tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trump.
Fairbanks rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Trump moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Trump's corner calls for a 1-2. Trump obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Trump tries to clinch up but Fairbanks circles away and keeps his distance.
Trump is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
The fighters circling - Trump throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A countering left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses.
Trump connects with a looping right hand.
Trump has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Trump.
Trump jabs Fairbanks right on the nose. Fairbanks blinks but takes it well.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Trump was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Trump fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Trump tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Trump.
Trump ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fairbanks moves away.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Trump's ribs.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body. Trump takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Hillary Trump will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Trump displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Trump throws a combination that misses
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trump lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Trump throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks looks to land a combination but Trump avoids it well.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trump manages to avoid it.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
enabling Trump to counter with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks circles away from the clinch attempt.
Fairbanks staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trump tries to clinch up but Fairbanks circles away and keeps his distance.
Fairbanks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Trump lands a nice looking body shot.
Trump moves forwards but Fairbanks connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Trump strikes.#T1#
Trump just misses with a punch to the body.
Trump throws a lazy uppercut
and Fairbanks counters with a left to the body.
Fairbanks lands with a shot to the body.
Some wild striking there from Trump.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trump manages to avoid it.
Trump getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Trump slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Trump's ribs.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Trump.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
letting Trump counter with a right hand.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Trump moved out of range.
Trump waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Trump's ribs.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Trump counters with a one-two to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trump misses with a hook.
Fairbanks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Trump swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trump comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Trump connects with a right hand. Fairbanks shakes it off.
Trump moves in looking to clinch but Fairbanks pushes him off.
Trump avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Trump looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks takes one on the button.#T3#
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Trump.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Trump, as that shot connected.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Trump doesn't seem bothered though.
Trump tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Trump throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Trump throws a right and a left that both miss.
Trump misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trump.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Trump does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks moves forwards but Trump connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Trump swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hillary Trump is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Trump throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Trump wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Trump lands a nice looking body shot.
Fairbanks walks into a stiff left hand from Trump.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trump sizes up Fairbanks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Trump jabs Fairbanks right on the nose. Fairbanks blinks but takes it well.
Trump misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Trump with a body shot.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Trump's ribs.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fairbanks jabs Trump to the body, keeping him at a distance.

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 Hillary Trump.
Well Trump has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 49:47
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 50:45
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hillary Trump!

Hillary Trump decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: DARE 57: Williams vs. Volkov 5     
Date:   Jul 21, 2018
#R1#
Fairbanks checks a low kick from La De Hoya.
Fairbanks swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La De Hoya moves away.
Fairbanks swings for the body but La De Hoya moves out of range.
La De Hoya appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
and La De Hoya counters with a body kick.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and La De Hoya counters with a good, hard body kick but Fairbanks shrugs it off.
Fairbanks blocks the body kick.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
and La De Hoya counters with a leg kick.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses #KD2#
and La De Hoya counters with a crisp one two that drops Fairbanks! La De Hoya thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Fairbanks to his feet! Fairbanks is in big trouble!
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and La De Hoya cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Fairbanks throws a predictable looking body shot
and La De Hoya counters with a left to the body.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but La De Hoya ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but La De Hoya moves out of range.
La De Hoya throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
La De Hoya misses with a kick to the body.
Nice body kick there by La De Hoya.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
La De Hoya throws a fast counter high kick but Fairbanks manages to duck under it in time.
La De Hoya avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
La De Hoya is trying to counter with his kicks.
Fairbanks lands a jab to La De Hoya's midsection.
Fairbanks throws a shot to the body. #T2#
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
La De Hoya tries a quick counter leg kick but Fairbanks is wise to it.
La De Hoya avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down La De Hoya with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
La De Hoya was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fairbanks blocks a low kick nicely.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into La De Hoya's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and La De Hoya counters with an inside leg kick.
La De Hoya throws a jab but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a good body shot.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Fairbanks blocks the leg kick.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. La De Hoya sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but La De Hoya is just out of range.
La De Hoya was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
La De Hoya stuffs the takedown.
Fairbanks's corner calls for a 1-2. Fairbanks obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch
and La De Hoya counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
La De Hoya looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.#T4#
Fairbanks with a jab.
Fairbanks takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
La De Hoya throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from La De Hoya.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
La De Hoya attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot
and La De Hoya counters with a slapping leg kick.
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!
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La De Hoya moves away.
La De Hoya lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from La De Hoya. Fairbanks shrugs it off though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marious La De Hoya will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
La De Hoya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and La De Hoya counters with a low kick, right behind Fairbanks 's knee.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
and La De Hoya counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Fairbanks misses with a two punch combination.
Fairbanks swings away with a body shot that misses
and La De Hoya counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La De Hoya throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from La De Hoya. #T1#
La De Hoya throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Marious La De Hoya seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
La De Hoya now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
La De Hoya turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
La De Hoya looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
La De Hoya misses with a left hand
enabling Fairbanks to counter with a crisp jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by La De Hoya. #T2#
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks swings for the body but La De Hoya moves out of range.
La De Hoya keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
La De Hoya appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
La De Hoya misses with an attempted mid kick.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
La De Hoya lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from La De Hoya.#T3#
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
La De Hoya only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Fairbanks takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
La De Hoya feints a counter leg kick.
La De Hoya swinging wildly here.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
and La De Hoya counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Nice body kick from La De Hoya.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Fairbanks might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from La De Hoya, right into the meat.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and La De Hoya counters with a nice kick to the body.
No joy there for La De Hoya, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from La De Hoya.#T4#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot
enabling La De Hoya to counter with a crisp jab.
La De Hoya ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
La De Hoya misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
and La De Hoya counters with a head kick. That will keep Fairbanks thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
La De Hoya throws the kick towards the body but Fairbanks avoids it.
La De Hoya fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A jab from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent La De Hoya stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marious La De Hoya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
La De Hoya throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and La De Hoya counters with a lovely straight right hand!
La De Hoya lands with a nice body punch.
La De Hoya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
La De Hoya thuds his shin into the meat of Fairbanks's side.
Fairbanks works La De Hoya's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks lands with a hook. La De Hoya tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. La De Hoya moves away and avoids it.
A bone on bone clash there as Fairbanks blocks the leg kick. #T1#
Fairbanks defending well as La De Hoya loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but La De Hoya manages to avoid it.
La De Hoya scores with a push kick.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. La De Hoya does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks backing away here, and La De Hoya unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
La De Hoya throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
La De Hoya throws a front kick aimed at Fairbanks's knee but Fairbanks avoids it well.
La De Hoya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fairbanks lands a slapping body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from La De Hoya.
La De Hoya tries a quick counter leg kick but Fairbanks is wise to it.
La De Hoya avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fairbanks throws a body punch but La De Hoya moves out of range.
La De Hoya fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fairbanks lands a nice hook to La De Hoya's body. La De Hoya takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
La De Hoya lands an overhand right.
La De Hoya lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Fairbanks throws a predictable looking body shot
and La De Hoya counters with a nice body kick.
Marious La De Hoya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks throws a sloppy body shot
and La De Hoya counters with a nice uppercut.
La De Hoya's corner calls for a 1-2. La De Hoya obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
La De Hoya keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and La De Hoya counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping La De Hoya at a distance.
Fairbanks misses with a combination
and La De Hoya counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot.
La De Hoya connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fairbanks momentarily.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and La De Hoya counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and La De Hoya counters with an outside leg kick. #T4#
Fairbanks misses with a left hand
and La De Hoya counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks takes a swing at La De Hoya's ribcage but misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and La De Hoya counters with an inside leg kick.
La De Hoya scoring well with a low kick there.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but La De Hoya moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
and La De Hoya counters with a nice uppercut.
La De Hoya scores with a kick to the midsection.
Fairbanks gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marious La De Hoya comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well La De Hoya has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marious La De Hoya!

Marious La De Hoya seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: DARE 52     
Date:   Jun 23, 2018
#R1#
Aiken dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aiken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Aiken.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aiken.#CL2#
Aiken has taken the fight to the clinch.
Aiken misses with a punch to the body.
A short body shot lands from Aiken as the two fighters clinch.
Aiken tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Aiken misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Fairbanks's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Aiken misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks can't get the takedown.
Aiken tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Aiken lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to work over Aiken's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aiken throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fairbankss head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Aiken is leaning against Fairbanks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aiken.
Aiken blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aiken misses with a body punch.
Aiken tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Aiken.#T1#
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Aiken misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aiken throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fairbankss head.
Aiken lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aiken has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Aiken misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Fairbanks's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fairbanks with a nice cross.
Midick Aiken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aiken connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Aiken scores with a hook.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Aiken.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Aiken swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Aiken.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aiken throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aiken walks into a jab.#T2#
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the body
and Aiken counters with a solid body kick.
Aiken misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aiken has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Aiken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch
and Aiken counters with a stiff right hand.
Aiken connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aiken avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aiken was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy body shot
and Aiken counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Aiken thinks about the counter body kick.
Aiken throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks punishes Aiken's body with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aiken.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A solid body kick from Aiken.
Aiken throws a combination that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Aiken is just out of range.
Aiken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
Aiken pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Fairbanks misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Aiken counter with a right hand. #T4#
Aiken fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Aiken getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Aiken lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Aiken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aiken is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Fairbanks had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Fairbanks misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Aiken counters with an outside leg kick.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aiken.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Aiken's ribcage but misses.
Both fighters circling a little - Aiken finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Aiken with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Aiken throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.
Fairbanks throws a predictable looking body shot
and Aiken counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aiken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Midick Aiken dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fairbanks lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Aiken misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fairbanks tests Aiken's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fairbanks connects with a nice looking jab.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.
Aiken throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aiken has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the body
and Aiken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken takes one on the button.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aiken throws out the jab.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aiken misses with a body kick.
Aiken scoring well with a low kick there.
Fairbanks misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Aiken counter with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Aiken does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Aiken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Aiken is just out of range.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Fairbanks staying out of range there.
Fairbanks throws a sloppy body shot
and Aiken counters with a left to the body.
Aiken rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fairbanks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Aiken misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Aiken misses with a right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a left to the body.
Jab, jab by Fairbanks - just one landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aiken throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aiken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aiken ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Aiken throws a body shot but no joy.
Aiken scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Aiken staying out of range there.
Aiken throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Aiken works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.#T3#
A leg kick checked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Midick Aiken seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aiken swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aiken misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Aiken.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Aiken doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks lands a nice hook to Aiken's body. Aiken takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fairbanks lands a right hook to the body.
Fairbanks connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Aiken momentarily.
Aiken swings away with a body shot that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fairbanks moves forwards but Aiken connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aiken throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Aiken is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aiken.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aiken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aiken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Aiken.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Aiken lands with a nice body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
That's time! Fairbanks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3##CL2#
Aiken has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aiken swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aiken lands a body shot.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Aiken misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Fairbanks manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks lands with an overhand left.
Aiken scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Aiken misses the jab.#T1#
Aiken swings away with a body shot that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aiken getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fairbanks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aiken thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks cracks a nice hook into Aiken's ribs.
Aiken looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Aiken misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Aiken tries to bum rush Fairbanks with a series of wild strikes but Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Aiken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Fairbanks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Aiken steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a double jab
and Aiken counters with a low kick, right behind Fairbanks 's knee. #T2#
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Aiken.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Aiken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Aiken let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Fairbanks lands a nice hook to Aiken's body. Aiken takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aiken.
Aiken scores with a nice head shot.
Aiken throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Aiken misses with a jab to the body
and Fairbanks counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Aiken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Aiken misses with a looping left.
A counter left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses its target.#T3#
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aiken moves away.
The fighters circling - Aiken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aiken lands a jab to the nose.
Aiken waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks shoots for a double leg takedown but Aiken sprawls well. He's pushed Fairbanks's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Aiken.
Aiken now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Aiken changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Aiken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Aiken moves out of range.
Aiken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken jabs Fairbanks to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Aiken counters with a stiff right hand.
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!
Aiken avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Aiken connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Fairbanks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Midick Aiken just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Fairbanks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Aiken throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aiken throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Aiken counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Aiken scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Aiken missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Aiken lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#TD#
Fairbanks darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aiken moves into full guard.
Fairbanks wants to pass the guard but Aiken is keeping the position.
Fairbanks trying to control but Aiken is working from the bottom. #T1#
Fairbanks is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Aiken is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Fairbanks passes Aiken's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Aiken controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Aiken has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fairbanks is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Fairbanks is looking for a kimura but Aiken is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Fairbanks to get the leverage.
Fairbanks wants to advance to full mount but Aiken doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Fairbanks looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Aiken is pulling down on Fairbanks's head to control his posture.
Fairbanks will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Aiken is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Aiken controlling Fairbanks's posture.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Fairbanks pushes down on Aiken's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Aiken tries to get to full guard but Fairbanks has control of the leg. #T3#
Fairbanks moves into full mount! Aiken won't be happy about that!
Fairbanks is trying to take his opponent's back.
Fairbanks trying to control but Aiken is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aiken keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Fairbanks tries to control but Aiken wriggling away.
Aiken is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Fairbanks moves to the back position. #SUB#
Fairbanks working for the choke.
Aiken tries to escape but Fairbanks has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Aiken showing good submission defense here.
Aiken is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Aiken prevents Fairbanks from getting a body triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Fairbanks is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Aiken has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Aiken is trying to get back to his feet but Fairbanks has full control of the position and if anything, Aiken has just worked his way into a worse spot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks had his way with Midick Aiken in that round.
That's time! Fairbanks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aiken.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Aiken's midsection.
Aiken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Aiken pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks lands the left hand.
Aiken throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Aiken works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aiken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aiken is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
Aiken tries to clinch there but Fairbanks circles away.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the leg kick from Aiken.#T1#
Aiken throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab from Fairbanks does it's job there.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Aiken moves out of range.
A slow jab from Aiken misses its intended target.
Aiken throws a nice inside leg kick.
Aiken misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks throwing a counter right hand but Aiken manages to avoid it.
Aiken throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken throws the left hand but Fairbanks avoids the punch easily.
A low kick from Aiken is predictable there
and Aiken takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Aiken counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Aiken connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fairbanks is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Fairbanks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aiken was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Aiken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aiken throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Aiken misses.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Aiken is just out of range.
Aiken looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fairbanks fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fairbanks punishes Aiken's body with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.
Aiken uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.#T3#
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Aiken throws a good cross that connects.
Aiken walks into a jab.
Fairbanks lands a jab.
A slow jab from Aiken misses its intended target.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Aiken moves out of range.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aiken throws out the jab.
Aiken misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Aiken to counter with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks goes for a double leg but Aiken avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Aiken continues to drive forward.
Aiken tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Fairbanks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aiken.#T4#
Aiken misses with a body shot
and Fairbanks counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Aiken scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aiken.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
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 Fairbanks.
Aiken rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fairbanks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fairbanks swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Aiken throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Aiken scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick nicely there.
Fairbanks is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Aiken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aiken swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Aiken gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fairbanks.
Aiken tries to clinch
and Fairbanks counters with a left to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Midick Aiken.
I think Aiken has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 47:49
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 47:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Midick Aiken!

A relieved looking Midick Aiken 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: DARE 46: KRAZY     
Date:   May 19, 2018
#R1#
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Drawers.
Drawers connects with an inside leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Drawers connects with the punch.#CL#
Fairbanks clinches up with Drawers and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Drawers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks lands with an overhand left.
Drawers throws a nice head kick!
Drawers uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Drawers avoids the punch easily.
Fairbanks seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Fairbanks tries to clinch there but Drawers circles away.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Drawers missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Drawers staying out of range there.
Fairbanks keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Drawers throws a sloppy head kick and Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
Drawers ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Drawers shapes to counter with a head kick.
Drawers looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fairbanks dives in for a single leg takedown but Drawers sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Drawers throws a right hand that Fairbanks ducks under and follows up with a left that Fairbanks also avoids with ease.#T1#
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Drawers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Drawers moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Drawers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Drawers throws a nice looking combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Drawers defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Drawers lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Drawers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Drawers uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fairbanks has time to react.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks cracks Drawers with an open hand slap.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Drawers.
Drawers tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks wants to clinch up but Drawers keeps it at a distance.
A big left from Fairbanks misses.
A nice side step and Drawers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Drawers lands with a thumping leg kick.
Drawers lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Drawers explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Fairbanks is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Drawers staying out of range there.
Drawers takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Drawers throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Drawers goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Drawers under the eye.
Drawers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Drawers looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
Drawers throws a head kick that Fairbanks semi-blocks.
Fairbanks is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Drawers is just out of range.
Both fighters circling a little - Drawers finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Drawers.
Drawers doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks tries to move into range but Drawers moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Drawers misses with a low kick.#T3#
Fairbanks moves forwards but Drawers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Drawers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fairbanks was well out of range. Poor timing from Drawers.
A jab from Fairbanks finds it's way through Drawers's defenses.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Drawers's midsection.
Drawers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Nice body kick from Drawers.
Fairbanks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Drawers in his tracks.
Drawers gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Drawers throws a push kick but Fairbanks slaps the foot to one side.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slapping body kick lands there for Drawers.
Drawers swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fairbanks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Drawers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Drawers is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#ROC#
Drawers is rocked!
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Drawers is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Drawers counters with a nice uppercut.
Drawers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Drawers strikes.
Drawers bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks. #T4#
Fairbanks lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Drawers falls backwards - clearly groggy! Fairbanks dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Our winner, Desmond Fairbanks, 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: DARE 40     
Date:   Apr 18, 2018
#R1#
Turner ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Turner cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Turner lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Turner throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fairbanks appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Turner looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fairbanks tries to clinch but Turner is having none of it.
Turner throws a leg kick but Fairbanks sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Turner uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Turner scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fairbanks lands with a cross.
Turner ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot to the body.
A lazy left from Fairbanks finds it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turner drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Turner slips the punch.
Turner attempts a counter takedown but Fairbanks avoids it well and moves away.
Turner scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Turner shoots in but Fairbanks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A little jabbing left from Fairbanks on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fairbanks slips a jab from Turner.#T1#
Turner ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turner attempts a counter takedown but Fairbanks avoids it well and moves away.
Turner moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Turner moves away and avoids it.
Turner swings away with a body shot that misses
and Fairbanks makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Turner throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Fairbanks gets caught napping as Turner dives in and scores a takedown. Fairbanks manages to retain guard.
Turner stopping the sweep attempt from Fairbanks.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turner pushing down on Fairbanks's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Fairbanks makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks wants to sweep but no luck.
Fairbanks is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Fairbanks can't keep his opponent in guard - Turner advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2#
Fairbanks is not content to let Turner control the position.
Fairbanks 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.
Turner trying to mount his opponent but Fairbanks defends it.
Fairbanks is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turner's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turner's back!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Turner tries to break free. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is looking for the choke from the back position but Turner is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Turner fending off the submission attempt from Fairbanks.
Turner tries to break free.
Turner tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turner really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T3#
Fairbanks trying to control but Turner is having none of it.
Turner wants to control but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Turner gets back to half guard.
Turner wants to get back to full guard.
Turner is pressing down on Fairbanks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Turner wants to sweep but no luck.
Fairbanks slips nicely into half guard.
Fairbanks seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Fairbanks wants to take a breather but Turner is having none of it.
Turner is trying to control but can't.
Turner is pressing down on Fairbanks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Fairbanks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turner swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Turner isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Fairbanks stacks Turner on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Fairbanks!
Turner tries to improve position but can't.
Fairbanks tries to advance to mount but can't.
Turner struggling a bit here.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but Turner is working away.
Fairbanks taking a breather here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Turner looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Turner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Turner throws a jab but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Turner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Turner fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Turner takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Turner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Turner slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Turner drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fairbanks sprawls and moves away.
Turner lands with a cross.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks connects with a body shot that sends Turner's belly button to the back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turner steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Turner.
Turner just misses with a punch to the body.
Turner is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Turner ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.#T1#
Fairbanks thuds his right hand into Turner's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Fairbanks cracks Turner with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Turner staying out of range there.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Turner throws out the jab.
Turner lands a head shot.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Turner moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Fairbanks chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Turner can pounce on him.
Turner's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Turner duly obliges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Turner is out of range.
Turner cracks Fairbanks with a good jab.
Donk. Fairbanks catches Turner right on the button with a cross.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks catches Turner with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turner.#T2#
Fairbanks moves out of range of the strikes.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a hook.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick nicely there.
Turner moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Turner needs to keep his hands up - Fairbanks had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#
Turner is rocked!
Turner with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Turner lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Turner sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turner. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Turner throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Turner slips the punch.
Fairbanks fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Oh Turner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Turner is out of range.
Turner seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Fairbanks lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Turner connects with the punch.
Turner lands a jab to Fairbanks's midsection.
Turner moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Turner attempts a counter takedown but Fairbanks avoids it well and moves away.
Turner avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fairbanks works the jab nicely.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Turner blocks it.
Fairbanks avoids the head kick by Turner.
Turner missing with a left hand there. Fairbanks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fairbanks looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks blocks a jab.
Turner scores with a hook.
Turner misses with a body shot. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Turner uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fairbanks.
Turner lands a leg kick that knocks Fairbanks off balance momentarily.
Turner takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fairbanks wants to clinch up but Turner keeps it at a distance.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand #TD#
so Turner counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Turner avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Turner is pushing down on Fairbanks's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fairbanks is fighting to maintain full guard but Turner has managed to sneak the leg through.
Fairbanks wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks is doing well to control the position and prevent Turner from advancing to side control.
Turner wants to pass to mount but Fairbanks is defending the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Josh Turner will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A combination from Turner does no damage.
Turner bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the body.
Fairbanks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Turner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turner cracks Fairbanks with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks 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.
Turner throws a lazy uppercut
and Fairbanks counters with a straight right hand.
Fairbanks wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Turner is out of range.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Turner is out of range.
Turner misses with a left hand
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Turner throws a body kick.
Fairbanks is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Turner walks into a left hand.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.#T1##CL2#
Fairbanks drives through and clinches with Turner against the cage. #BC#
Turner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Turner moves out of range of the strikes.
Turner misses with a low kick.
Turner throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Turner throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Turner.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Turner was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Decent striking displayed by Fairbanks there.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turner.
Turner takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Turner moves away and avoids it.
Turner looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Turner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turner feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fairbankss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Nice jab there from Fairbanks.
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!
Turner uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Turner drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fairbanks sprawls and moves away.
Turner connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch successfully.
Turner misses with a punch to the body.
Turner is trying to push Fairbanks away but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Turner creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fairbanks lands a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks lands a body punch.
Fairbanks stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks. #T3#
Fairbanks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fairbanks scores with a shoulder strike.
Turner pushes off an throws an elbow but Fairbanks leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Turners head. #BC#
Turner breaks the clinch.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
A lazy body kick from Turner
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fairbanks catches Turner with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#KD2#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Fairbanks and Turner goes tumbling to the canvas! Fairbanks follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard.
Fairbanks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks trying to pass the guard but Turner defending well.
Fairbanks works his way into full mount!
Fairbanks fails to take his opponent's back.
Fairbanks looking to control but Turner is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Fairbanks pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Turner has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Fairbanks's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Turner is in bad spot here.
Turner looking very determined here, making life difficult for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks keeps control of the position easily here as Turner tries to buck him off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks trying to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Fairbanks has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: DARE 36     
Date:   Mar 31, 2018
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Hollywood.#CL#
Fairbanks instigates a clinch.
Hollywood blocking some punches.
Hollywood can't break the clinch.
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
Hollywood blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks pushes Hollywood back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks presses Hollywood against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fairbanks scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hollywood being controlled against the cage.
Fairbanks scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Fairbanks.
Hollywood blocking some punches.
Hollywood has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Hollywood prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Hollywood wants to break free but Fairbanks has control.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hollywood's efforts to push away.
Hollywood wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage.
Fairbanks keeps control of Hollywood as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks gets through Hollywood's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hollywood wants to break free but Fairbanks has control.
Hollywood is trying to break the clinch but Fairbanks is controlling him.
Fairbanks lands a hook that snaps the head of Hollywood backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Hollywood tries to break the clinch but Fairbanks is controlling the position.
Fairbanks lands a hook that snaps the head of Hollywood backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fairbanks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Fairbanks working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hollywood wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Hollywood uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hollywood. #T3#
Hollywood is looking to break free of the clinch but Fairbanks has double underhooks.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Hollywood uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks pushes Hollywood back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks presses Hollywood against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Hollywood. #BC#
Fairbanks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hollywood on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT#
It looks like Frankie Hollywood has been cut.
Hollywood throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hollywood throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hollywood moves away from the strike by Fairbanks. #CL#
Fairbanks moves into the clinch.
Hollywood blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hollywood up against the cage.
Fairbanks has Hollywood pressed against the cage. #T4#
Hollywood is trying to force a seperation but Fairbanks has the dominant position.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hollywood backwards. #ROC#
Hollywood is rocked!
Fairbanks creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Hollywood's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Hollywood drops to his knees and Fairbanks pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Our winner, Desmond Fairbanks, 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: DARE 29 LIBERTY     
Date:   Feb 24, 2018
#R1#
Fairbanks tests Lindberg's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big left from Fairbanks misses.
Lindberg swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Lindberg was well out of range.
Lindberg on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Lindberg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lindberg misses with a body shot.
Lindberg slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Nice straight punches there by Fairbanks. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a really nice looking cross but Lindberg seems unphased.
Nice shot lands for Lindberg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lindberg looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Lindberg moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lindberg scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lindberg takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lindberg throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fairbanks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Lindberg displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab. #T1#
Fairbanks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Lindberg showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fairbanks.
A little jabbing left from Lindberg on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fairbanks is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lindberg swinging wildly here.
Fairbanks takes one on the button.
Lindberg misses the jab.
Lindberg scores with a jab to the head.
Tomas Lindberg is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lindberg pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks is looking to counter punch.
Lindberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lindberg takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Lindberg.
Lindberg ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Lindberg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lindberg swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lindberg throws a series of punches but Fairbanks moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lindberg throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fairbanks sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lindberg.
Lindberg moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lindberg.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
letting Lindberg counter with a right hand.
Lindberg ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks lands a head shot.
Lindberg throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lindberg.
Lindberg lands with a shot to the body.
Lindberg misses with a body shot.
Lindberg throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Fairbanks takes one on the button.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Lindberg counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lindberg will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fairbanks works the jab nicely.#T3#
Lindberg swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Fairbanks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks slips a jab and a cross from Lindberg.
Lindberg throws a jab but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Lindberg closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lindberg blocks a jab.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Fairbanks connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lindberg. Lindberg circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Lindberg avoids it easily.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lindberg.
Lindberg takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lindberg connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lindberg steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Lindberg blocks a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Lindberg keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.#T4#
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Lindberg catches Fairbanks right on the button with a cross.
Fairbanks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fairbanks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lindberg.
Lindberg lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A nice combination there by Lindberg.
Fairbanks lands with a right hand.
Lindberg connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Lindberg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lindberg throws a looping overhand right but Fairbanks ducks down to avoid it.
Lindberg doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lindberg slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Lindberg is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
Fairbanks defending well as Lindberg loads up on a big left hand.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lindberg.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Lindberg.
Lindberg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tomas Lindberg will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
No joy there for Lindberg, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lindberg moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Lindberg slips under a jab.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Lindberg avoids it easily.
Lindberg throws out a powerful jab.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Lindberg.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Lindberg's head but Lindberg sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Lindberg avoids the punch easily.
Tomas Lindberg seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lindberg slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lindberg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Lindberg misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lindberg throws a hook but Fairbanks avoids it easily.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Lindberg.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Lindberg's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Lindberg ducked under it nicely.
Lindberg lands a slapping body shot.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Lindberg cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lindberg will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fairbanks lands a nice shot that snaps Lindberg's head back.
Lindberg throws a right hand that Fairbanks ducks under and follows up with a left that Fairbanks also avoids with ease.
Lindberg swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Lindberg strikes.
A big left from Lindberg misses.
Fairbanks throws an overhand right that lands on Lindberg's shoulder, as Lindberg tries to avoid the shot.
Lindberg looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Lindberg misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks moves away from the strike by Lindberg.
Lindberg throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lindberg misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lindberg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lindberg just misses with a punch to the body.
Lindberg takes a swing at Fairbanks's ribcage but misses.
Lindberg takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Lindberg moves away and avoids it.
Lindberg unleashes a big counter combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lindberg takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lindberg.
Fairbanks takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Lindberg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lindberg looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Lindberg avoids it easily.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lindberg at a distance.
Fairbanks paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A big right from Lindberg misses.
Lindberg keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lindberg is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks. #T3#
Fairbanks shoots for a double leg takedown but Lindberg sprawls well. He's pushed Fairbanks's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Fairbanks smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lindberg scores with a body shot.
Lindberg just misses with a punch to the body.
Lindberg misses with a hook. Fairbanks ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Fairbanks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice cross by Lindberg.
Fairbanks has a takedown stuffed.
Lindberg scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Lindberg was well out of range.
Lindberg defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Lindberg throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Lindberg throws a nice looking combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lindberg sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lindberg throws a big shot that misses.
Lindberg smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lindberg ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Lindberg looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lindberg leaves Fairbanks with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Desmond Fairbanks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A big left from Lindberg misses.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Lindberg moves out of range.
Lindberg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Lindberg on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Lindberg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lindberg dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Lindberg looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lindberg lands with a straight right. Fairbanks didn't see that one coming.
Fairbanks bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks lands with an uppercut that bounces Lindberg off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tomas Lindberg will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Fairbanks has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Lindberg has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fairbanks tries for a takedown but Lindberg sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lindberg misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks connects with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Good shot there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donk. Lindberg catches Fairbanks right on the button with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lindberg fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lindberg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Lindberg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Lindberg is just out of range.
Lindberg throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lindberg swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
The crowd cheers as Lindberg lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
Lindberg lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks with a hook.
Lindberg looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Fairbanks lunges at Lindberg with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lindberg's hand. #ROC#
Lindberg is rocked!
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Lindberg is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Lindberg avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
A right-left combo lands from Lindberg.
Lindberg seems to have recovered his senses.
Lindberg lands an overhand right.
A big left from Lindberg misses.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Lindberg let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lindberg connects with a right hand. Fairbanks shakes it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lindberg avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lindberg defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Lindberg.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lindberg cracks a nice hook into Fairbanks's ribs.
Lindberg uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks ducks under a wild hook from Lindberg.
Lindberg connects with a body shot that sends Fairbanks's belly button to the back.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Lindberg ducked under it nicely.
Lindberg connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lindberg works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lindberg throws out the jab.
Lindberg smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lindberg connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A lazy left from Lindberg finds it's target.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lindberg was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Lindberg moves away and avoids it.
Lindberg connects with the punch.
Lindberg lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fairbanks at a distance.
Lindberg connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Lindberg moves out of range.
Lindberg slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Lindberg keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lindberg misses with a hook.
Lindberg throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lindberg scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fairbanks doesn't seem bothered though.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Lindberg avoids it easily.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Lindberg counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lindberg with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Lindberg throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut. Lindberg saw that one coming.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Lindberg avoids it easily.
Lindberg is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
Lindberg throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
Lindberg cracks Fairbanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Lindberg's head but Lindberg sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A lazy left from Fairbanks finds it's target.
Fairbanks lands a right hook to the body.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Lindberg is out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tomas Lindberg comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lindberg has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Tomas Lindberg!

Our winner, Tomas Lindberg, 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: DARE REVOLUTION     
Date:   Jan 21, 2018
#R1#
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jostrzebski.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Jostrzebski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fairbanks bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and Jostrzebski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jostrzebski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Jostrzebski.
Jostrzebski moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Jostrzebski counters with a straight right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Jostrzebski there.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Jostrzebski moved out of range.
Jostrzebski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jostrzebski moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.
Jostrzebski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fairbanks lands the left hand.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Jostrzebski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from Jostrzebski.
Fairbanks doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jostrzebski jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Jostrzebski looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jostrzebski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Jostrzebski misses the target.
Joseph Jostrzebski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jostrzebski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Jostrzebski slips the punch.
Jostrzebski clobbers Fairbanks with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jostrzebski works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Jostrzebski stuns Fairbanks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Fairbanks. That snapped Jostrzebski's head back.
Fairbanks 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jostrzebski looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fairbanks.
Jostrzebski ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Jostrzebski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gorilla Warfare Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Jostrzebski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Jostrzebski looks to land a right hand but Fairbanks moved out of range.
A nice side step and Fairbanks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jostrzebski.#T2#
Fairbanks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fairbanks throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fairbanks throws a nice looking combination but Jostrzebski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jostrzebski.
Jostrzebski connects with a single shot there.
Jostrzebski misses with a hook to the body
and Fairbanks counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jostrzebski blocks a jab.
Jostrzebski lands a nice shot to the body.
Jostrzebski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fairbanks lands with an uppercut that bounces Jostrzebski off the cage and back into range.
Jostrzebski tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jostrzebski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks takes a jab right on the kisser. #ROC#
Fairbanks is rocked!
Good exchange - Jostrzebski coming out on top.
Fairbanks is still on wobbly legs! Can Jostrzebski finish him?
Jostrzebski drops Fairbanks with a big left hand! Fairbanks is injured, injured bad! Jostrzebski jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joseph Jostrzebski!
Joseph Jostrzebski managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, RAGS of a RONIN, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: DARE 20 X-MAS     
Date:   Dec 23, 2017
#R1#
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Manuel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Manuel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Manuel tries to move into range but Fairbanks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC2#
Manuel is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Peter Manuel has been cut.
Fairbanks closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Manuel! Fairbanks dives in looking to finish! Manuel is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
A relieved looking Desmond Fairbanks 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: DARE RED WINTER     
Date:   Nov 26, 2017
#R1#
Prophet tries a low kick but Fairbanks avoids it.
Prophet walks into a jab.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Prophet counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Prophet walks into a stiff left hand from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Prophet counters with a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Prophet looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Prophet lands a nice looking body kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Fairbanks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The crowd cheers as Prophet lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Prophet defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks takes one to the side of the head.
Prophet swinging wildly here.
Prophet uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks closes the distance and clinches up with Prophet, looking for a takedown. Fairbanks pushes Prophet against the cage but Prophet circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks digs a good body shot into Prophet's ribs.
Fairbanks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Prophet moves out of range as Fairbanks strikes.#T1#
Fairbanks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Prophet.
Prophet has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Alpha Midget in the buildup to the fight.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Prophet counters with an inside leg kick.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
Prophet looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Prophet counters with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Prophet throws out the jab.
Fairbanks scores with the left hand. Prophet knows he should have avoided that one.
A solid leg kick lands there for Prophet.
Prophet takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Prophet takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Prophet ducked under it nicely.
Prophet scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Prophet lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The Prophet is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Prophet lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Prophet scores with a decent looking hook.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fairbanks misses with a double jab
and Prophet counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Prophet scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks lands with a cross.
Fairbanks's coach down at Tōshi was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fairbanks's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Fairbanks lands with a hook. Prophet tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Prophet is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Prophet moves into the clinch.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Prophet misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Prophet lands with a right to the head.
A shot in the inside from Prophet.
Prophet misses with a hook to the ribs.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Prophet.
Prophet lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Prophet gets through Fairbanks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Prophet looking to slow down the pace here.
Prophet goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Prophet blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
Prophet scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Prophet breaks from the clinch.
Prophet lands a body shot.
Prophet dips to his left and cracks Fairbanks with an uppercut!
Fairbanks throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fairbanks misses with a straight right.
Fairbanks takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fairbanks blocks a low kick nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Fairbanks misses.
Prophet wants to clinch.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Prophet moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Prophet moved out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Prophet connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fairbanks shoots in looking for a takedown. Prophet tries to sprawl out of it but Fairbanks keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Prophet manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Prophet tried to counter with a leg kick but Fairbanks avoided it.#T4#
Fairbanks walks into a stiff left hand from Prophet.
Fairbanks slips under a jab.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Prophet.
It seemed like Fairbanks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jab from Prophet.
Fairbanks needs to keep his hands up - Prophet had a free shot at his head there.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Prophet jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Fairbanks scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Prophet.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Fairbanks cracks Prophet with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Prophet connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Prophet moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks takes a swing at Prophet's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

The Prophet dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Fairbanks throws out a powerful jab.
Prophet is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Prophet misses the jab.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Prophet moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Prophet should have avoided that one.
Prophet slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.
Prophet throws a solid leg kick but Fairbanks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Prophet.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Prophet was well out of range.
The Prophet is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prophet misses with a hook.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Prophet lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Prophet was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Fairbanks takes a swing at Prophet's ribcage but misses.
Prophet turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Prophet misses with a hook to the body
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Prophet is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Prophet ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Prophet on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd cheers as Prophet lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fairbanks doesn't seem phased though.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Prophet bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Prophet ducks down to avoid it.
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fairbanks throws a right and a left that Prophet avoids nicely.
Prophet fails in his attempt to clinch.
Prophet misses with a low kick as Fairbanks jumps back.
Prophet misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks 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.
Prophet rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Prophet misses with a straight left.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#T2#
Fairbanks lands with a straight right. Prophet didn't see that one coming.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the body kick.
Prophet cracks Fairbanks with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fairbanks gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Prophet blocks it.
Prophet swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Prophet avoids it with no problem.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Prophet manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jab, jab by Fairbanks - just one landing.
Fairbanks gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Prophet takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A slow jab from Prophet misses its intended target.
Prophet comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Prophet counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Prophet blocks a jab.
Fairbanks 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.
Prophet moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Prophet throws out the jab. #T3#
Fairbanks takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Prophet cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks connects with a looping right hand.
Prophet slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Prophet bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Prophet throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Prophet scores with a kick to the body.
Prophet ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Jab by Fairbanks.
A decent looking cross lands there for Prophet.
Fairbanks takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Prophet scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Prophet ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circling - Fairbanks throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Prophet throws out a powerful jab.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Prophet counters with a solid body kick.
Fairbanks with a jab.#T4#
Prophet lands a right hook to the body.
Prophet lands with a shot to the body.
Prophet lands a body shot.
Prophet takes one on the button.
Fairbanks misses with a few strikes there.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the head.
Prophet scores with a jab to the head.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Prophet throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks connects with a single shot there.
Prophet connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Prophet counters with a lovely straight right hand!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Prophet looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Prophet scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Prophet throws a predictable looking body shot
and Prophet takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that The Prophet will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Prophet lands with a good body shot.
Fairbanks walks into a jab.
Fairbanks walks into a left hand. #ROC#
Fairbanks is rocked!
Fairbanks tries to move into range but Prophet moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fairbanks is still on wobbly legs! Can Prophet finish him?
Fairbanks throws a hook to the side of Prophet's head but Prophet sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Prophet works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Prophet circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Fairbanks to the canvas! Fairbanks doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Prophet keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Prophet!

 

Event: FFA 41: Wreckage     
Date:   Oct 27, 2017
#R1##CL2#
Fairbanks fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ekaku, pushing him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Ekaku fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Ekaku blocks it.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Ekaku.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ekaku lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ekaku.
Nice body punch from Ekaku.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ekaku.
Ekaku lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Ekaku fails to land.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Ekaku digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by Ekaku.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ekaku blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ekaku tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Ekaku back against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks an uppercut.
Ekaku blocking some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Ekaku throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Fairbankss head.
Fairbanks has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ekaku seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Fairbanks can turn it around.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Ekaku cracks Fairbanks with a nice body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Ekaku blocks an uppercut.
Ekaku misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Ekaku breaks from the clinch.
A big right from Fairbanks misses.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Ekaku slips the punch.
Fairbanks loads up on a big right hand but Ekaku slips the punch.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Ekaku moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks lands a jab to the nose.
Ekaku fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Ekaku to counter with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Ekaku's body. #T2#
Ekaku ducks right into an uppercut from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks jabs Ekaku to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fairbanks throws a shot from downtown. Ekaku moves away and avoids it.
Ekaku takes one to the side of the head.
Good shot there by Ekaku.
Fairbanks moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Ekaku throws a quick counter kick to the body but Fairbanks avoids it.
Ekaku fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ekaku is looking to slow Fairbanks down with leg kicks.
Ekaku looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice body kick there by Ekaku.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekaku manages to avoid it.
It looked like Ekaku wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks digs a good hook to Ekaku's body.
Fairbanks throws a lazy right hand but Ekaku sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fairbanks fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Ekaku was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from Fairbanks finds it's way through Ekaku's defenses.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ekaku was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Ekaku throws a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head but Fairbanks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ekaku sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ekaku looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Fairbanks scores with a jab.
Fairbanks throws a body shot but no joy.
Ekaku appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Fairbanks takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Donk. Ekaku catches Fairbanks right on the button with a cross.
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Ekaku counters with a body kick.
A jab lands there for Ekaku.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ekaku slips a straight right by Fairbanks.#T4#
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Ekaku counters with an outside leg kick.
Fairbanks lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Fairbanks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Ekaku shakes it off.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Fairbanks finds it's way through Ekaku's defenses.
Ekaku looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ekaku counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekaku throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Ekaku avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
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#
Fairbanks keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fairbanks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fairbanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Ekaku throwing a counter right hand but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ekaku pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ekaku blocks a jab.
Fairbanks misses with a left hand
and Ekaku counters with a nice uppercut.
Ekaku avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
A left lands for Fairbanks.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ekaku.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good work by Fairbanks as he checks the leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Ekaku counters with a low kick, right behind Fairbanks 's knee.
Ekaku connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fairbanks momentarily. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Ekaku counters with a leg kick.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekaku manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ekaku moves away.
Jab by Fairbanks.
Ekaku ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ekaku buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ekaku.
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Ekaku was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ekaku fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ekaku moves away.
Ekaku looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
That kick from Ekaku tenderised Fairbanks's leg. Fairbanks is trying to keep his angry face on.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Ekaku thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ekaku throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Ekaku tries to land a front kick but Fairbanks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ekaku counters with an outside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Ekaku moved out of range.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Ekaku counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ekaku.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ekaku has time to react.
Ekaku lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fairbanks connects with the punch.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Ekaku makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ekaku scores with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a combination
and Ekaku counters with a good low kick that Fairbanks was not able to check. #T3#
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Ekaku.
Ekaku fires out a quick counter leg kick but Fairbanks just manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ekaku throws a quick counter kick to the body but Fairbanks avoids it.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Ekaku moves out of range.
Ekaku tried to score with a low kick but Fairbanks checks it.
Fairbanks misses the jab.
Ekaku feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ekaku.
Fairbanks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ekakus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fairbanks checks a low kick from Ekaku.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Ekaku finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Fairbanks keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fairbanks swings widly with a right hand
and Ekaku counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Fairbanks is breathing heavily.
Ekaku lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Ekaku motions for Fairbanks to come forward. Ekaku throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Fairbanks keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Ekaku ducked under it nicely.
As Fairbanks backs away, Ekaku returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Fairbanks checks the leg kick.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Ekaku connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks moves out of range as Ekaku strikes.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Ekaku avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Ekaku moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ekaku is looking to counter punch.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Fairbanks moves into range and clinches up with Ekaku.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ekaku tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Ekaku back against the cage.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Ekaku circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ekaku throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Ekaku counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks works the jab nicely.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ekaku keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Ekaku counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fairbanks's knee momentarily.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
and Ekaku counters with a body kick that stops Fairbanks in his tracks momentarily.
Fairbanks needs to keep his hands up - Ekaku had a free shot at his head there.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ekaku counters with a leg kick.
Fairbanks takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ekaku moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ekaku buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Fairbanks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ekaku.
Fairbanks throws a lazy uppercut
and Ekaku makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekaku manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks catches Ekaku with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ekaku looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ekaku lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ekaku goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Fairbanks throws a series of punches but Ekaku avoids them all with ease.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Ekaku counters with an inside leg kick.
Ekaku moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Ekaku is out of range.
Fairbanks wants to clinch.
Ekaku half committed to a counter leg kick.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ekaku. Ekaku obviously looking to wear him down. #T2#
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Ekaku is out of range.
Ekaku feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ekaku ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Ekaku appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ekaku slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Ekaku defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
As Fairbanks backs away, Ekaku returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Ekaku counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Fairbanks fails in his attempt to clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and Ekaku counters with a low kick, right behind Fairbanks 's knee.
A left lands for Ekaku.
Fairbanks tries to clinch but Ekaku is having none of it.
Ekaku looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ekaku sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Ekaku blocks it.#T3#
Ekaku lands a nice leg kick that just misses Fairbanks's sensitive parts.
Fairbanks throws a jab but it's blocked by Ekaku.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Ekaku ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Ekaku tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ekaku avoids the body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks wants to clinch up but Ekaku keeps it at a distance.
Fairbanks is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ekaku misses with a low kick.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ekaku scores with a nice strike.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Ekaku uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Ekaku.#T4#
Ekaku ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fairbanks checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fairbanks's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fairbanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ekaku. Ekaku obviously looking to wear him down.
Ekaku lands with a kick to the temple. Fairbanks shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Ekaku scores with a head kick. #ROC#
Fairbanks is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ekaku throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
Fairbanks is still on wobbly legs! Can Ekaku finish him?
Fairbanks wants to clinch.
You can see that Fairbanks has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Fairbanks looks to land a combination but Ekaku avoids it well.
Ekaku connects with a solid leg kick.
Fairbanks throws a poor cross that misses
and Ekaku counters with a huge left! Fairbanks is in big trouble! He's backing up but Ekaku isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Fairbanks from any more damage. A dominating finish by Ekaku!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hiroshi Ekaku!
Hiroshi Ekaku retains his featherweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Hiroshi Ekaku thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: FFA 38: Annihilation     
Date:   Sep 29, 2017
#R1#
Fairbanks stuns Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jones jabs at Fairbanks's body.
Jones scores with a hook to the body. Fairbanks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Jones staying out of range there.#CL2#
Jones rushes Fairbanks and presses him up against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the side of Jones's head.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Jones misses with some punches.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks stalling.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones.
Jones lands a shot to the body.
Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Fairbanks controls his hands.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. #T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the side of Jones's head.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a hook that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Jones takes a shot to the head.
Jones lands with a light punch inside.
Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones.
Fairbanks lands a shot to the body.
Fairbanks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jones throws a head punch that misses.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Jones tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank. #T2#
Fairbanks displaying some good clinch control by pressing Jones up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Jones fails to land.
Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fairbanks lands a shot to the body.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks stalls.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jones.
Jones misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks wants to stall.
Jones prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks blocking some punches. #T3#
Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Jones misses with some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch. #BC#
Fairbanks breaks the clinch.
Jones misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL2#
Jones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fairbanks, pushing him back against the cage.
Jones lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A body shot lands from Jones.
Good body shot from Jones.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones controls his hands.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones. #T4#
Fairbanks gets through Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks presses Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks pushes Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks lands a right hand.
Jones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fairbanks pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks controlling the action here for a moment.
Jones is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Fairbanks is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks 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#
Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jones tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks lands a jab to Jones's midsection.
A cross from Jones lands.
Fairbanks connects with the punch.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks slips a straight right by Jones.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Jones counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jones.
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!
Fairbanks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones is one step ahead there.
Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fairbanks is keeping the position for now.
Fairbanks lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Fairbanks trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU#
Fairbanks stands up from Jones's guard - Fairbanks perhaps looking for a knockout.
Fairbanks moves out of range of the strikes.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Jones should have avoided that one. #CL2#
Jones gets a clinch.
Fairbanks pushes Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hook to the body lands for Jones.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Jones uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairbanks.
Jones scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land. #T2#
A short uppercut from Jones.
Jones misses with the head strike.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks blocking some punches.
Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jones scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Jones scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tries to stall but Jones uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jones lands an uppercut.
Jones misses with some punches. #T3#
Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Jones is leaning against Fairbanks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Jones.
Fairbanks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jones tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks pressing his opponent against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones.
Jones takes a shot to the head.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones wants a takedown but no success here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards. #T4#
Jones lands a nice uppercut.
Jones misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks gets through Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
A short left from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Fairbanks can't find room to land a body shot as Jones controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Jones - that landed with a thud.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Jones blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position.
Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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##CL2#
Jones pushes Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Jones working aggressively here.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairbanks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Jones throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands with a left to the head.
Jones misses with some punches.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Fairbanks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jones throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones.
Jones takes a shot to the head.
Jones misses with some punches.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jones is keeping busy.
Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Fairbanks scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Jones as Fairbanks tries to tie him up.
Chester Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Desmond Fairbanks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
Fairbanks digs a right hand into Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones's gas tank.
Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks tries to work over Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Jones.
Jones tries a body shot but Fairbanks blocks it.
Good body shot from Jones.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Fairbanks.
Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairbanks.#T3#
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
A shot in the inside from Fairbanks.
Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones.
A head punch on the inside from Jones fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A left hand lands to the body for Jones.
Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jones scores with a shoulder strike.
Desmond Fairbanks has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4#
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
Jones takes a shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Fairbanks controls the action.
Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC#
Jones is rocked!
Fairbanks prevents a body shot from Jones.
Jones is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Fairbanks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones lands an uppercut.
Jones tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

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 Desmond Fairbanks.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Fairbanks, 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 30:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: C16: Aas vs Hyuk     
Date:   Aug 05, 2017
#R1#
Fairbanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've been told by Sundberg's head coaches at Combate Gym 🇧🇷 that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sundberg drops his hands momentarily and Fairbanks takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fairbanks misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fairbanks misses with a double jab.
Sundberg slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks moves out of range as Sundberg strikes.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fairbanks sizes up Sundberg with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Sundberg avoids the punch easily.
Sundberg smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Sundberg ducked under it nicely.
Sundberg defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sundberg counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sundberg moves away from the strike by Fairbanks.
Sundberg lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses the jab.#T1#
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Sundberg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fairbanks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sundberg on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sundberg counters with a nice uppercut.
Sundberg throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
Sundberg rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Sundberg counters with a stiff right hand.
Sundberg slips under a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Sundberg.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Sundberg falls backwards - clearly groggy! Fairbanks dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: C13: Beefrock vs Antonio     
Date:   Jul 15, 2017
#R1#
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Seery moves out of range.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks connects with a good right hand that stumbles Seery. Seery circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Seery counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Seery staying out of range there.
Seery throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks swings away with a body shot that misses
and Seery counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Seery connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Fairbanks scrambles back to his feet.
Fairbanks scores with a shot to the body.
Seery lands with a nice body punch.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch
and Seery counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fairbanks thinking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks misses with an uppercut
and Seery counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Seery throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot
and Seery counters with a straight right hand.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Seery moves out of range. #T1#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seery.
Seery connects with a looping right hand.
Seery uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Seery moved out of range.
Fairbanks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice jab there from Fairbanks.
Seery keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fairbanks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Seery fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Seery was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Seery ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
Seery throws a body shot but no joy.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Seery just misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Seery connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Fairbanks scrambles back to his feet.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Fairbanks fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot to the body from Fairbanks misses
and Seery counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks misses the body punch
and Seery counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fairbanks's jab looks to have found its range, popping Seery under the eye.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Seery does a little dance to reset his feet.
Seery looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fairbanks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Seery moves away.
Fairbanks is looking to wear down Seery with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seery.
Fairbanks fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Seery looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fairbanks looks to throw the jab but Seery is out of range.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Seery moves out of range.
Seery has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Seery takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Seery counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks walks into a straight right hand from Seery.
Seery tries to bum rush Fairbanks with a series of wild strikes but Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Fairbanks does it's job there.#T3#
Fairbanks takes a swing at Seery's ribcage but misses.
Seery is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Seery. Fairbanks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Seery counter with a right hand.
Seery takes a swing at Fairbanks's ribcage but misses.
Fairbanks falls off balance throwing a combination
and Seery counters with a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks tests Seery's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fairbanks throws a predictable looking body shot
and Seery counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Seery is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Fairbanks had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and Seery counters with a left to the body.
Fairbanks changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Seery counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Seery fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
Seery keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Seery scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fairbanks misses with a jab to the body
and Seery counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Seery blocks a jab.
Seery lands an overhand right.
Seery lunges at Fairbanks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fairbanks's hand.
Fairbanks tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Seery was well out of range. Poor timing from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands with a nice body punch.
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Seery connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A shot to the liver by Fairbanks. Beautiful body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Fairbanks!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks with a poor takedown
and Seery counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
Fairbanks is rocked!
Seery scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Oh Fairbanks is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
and Seery counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Fairbanks! He's just covering up as Seery starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Patrick Seery!
During a confident post fight interview, Patrick Seery thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Combate 10: Aas vs Pouko     
Date:   Jun 24, 2017
#R1#
Pettis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
A countering left hand to the body from Pettis misses.
Pettis loads up on a big right hand but Fairbanks slips the punch.
Fairbanks throws a combination that misses
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Fairbanks lands a lovely overhand right.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pettis misses with a lunging right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pettis lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pettis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fairbanks.
Good shot there by Pettis.
Pettis lunges at Fairbanks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fairbanks's hand. #T1#
Fairbanks looks to land a left hand but Pettis moved out of range nicely.
Fairbanks throws a good cross that connects.
Fairbanks clobbers Pettis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Pettis throws a nice looking combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fairbanks scores with a hook.
Pettis shoots in looking for a takedown but Fairbanks manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pettis's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fairbanks will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pettis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fairbanks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice defenses there by Pettis.
Pettis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Pettis throws a body shot but no joy.
Pettis misses with a body shot
and Fairbanks counters with a stiff right hand.
Fairbanks is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pettis with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Fairbanks dips to his left and cracks Pettis with an uppercut!
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
Pettis swings for the body but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Pettis connects with a body shot.
Pettis throws the left hand but Fairbanks avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Fairbanks.#T3#
Pettis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fairbanks throws a jab when Pettis was well out of range.
Pettis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Good standup being displayed there by Pettis as he connects with a hook.
Fairbanks misses with a hook.
Pettis looks to score with a jab to the body but Fairbanks is just out of range.
Fairbanks staying out of range there.
Pettis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fairbanks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pettis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pettis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pettis misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pettis slips a straight right by Fairbanks.#T4#
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pettis.
Pettis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fairbanks manages to avoid it.
Fairbanks throwing a counter right hand but Pettis manages to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Pettis there.
Fairbanks misses with a lunging right hand
and Pettis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Pettis.
Pettis scoring well with a low kick there.
Left hook, right uppercut from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a looping overhand right but Pettis ducks down to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Anthony Pettis will probably get the nod.
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#
Pettis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fairbanks.
Pettis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Fairbanks takes one to the side of the head.
Pettis defending well as Fairbanks loads up on a big left hand.
Fairbanks cracks Pettis with a good jab.
Fairbanks throws out a loose jab but Pettis uses good head movement to avoid it.
As Fairbanks backs off Pettis throws a huge counter combo but Fairbanks manages to avoid it all.
Pettis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Fairbanks misses.
Pettis misses with a looping left.
Desmond Fairbanks is winning the standup battle so far.
Pettis throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pettis sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Fairbanks throws a jab when Pettis was well out of range.
Fairbanks looks to land a right hand but Pettis moved out of range.
Fairbanks walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Pettis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Pettis throws a left and a right that both miss
and Fairbanks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fairbanks misses with a looping left.#TD2#
Pettis looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Pettis controlling from the top position. #T2#
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pettis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Fairbanks wants to pass the guard but Pettis is keeping the position.
Fairbanks trying to control but Pettis is working from the bottom.
Fairbanks looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB2#
Pettis looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Fairbanks passes into side control.
Fairbanks trying to control the action but Pettis is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fairbanks controls the position.
Fairbanks tries to advance to mount but Pettis denies him.
Fairbanks trying to control the position but Pettis is working away.
Pettis can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
A lull in the action here.
Pettis struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pettis is not content to let Fairbanks control the position.
Pettis is looking to reverse the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fairbanks is looking to take a break and control but Pettis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Fairbanks advances to full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Fairbanks on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fairbanks lands the left hand.
Pettis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fairbanks connects with a right hand. Pettis shakes it off.
Fairbanks throws a right hand that misses
and Pettis 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.
Fairbanks misses with a looping right.
Pettis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Pettis ducks under a wild hook from Fairbanks.
It seemed like Pettis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Fairbanks misses with a hook
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pettis works the jab nicely.
Fairbanks lands with a hook. Pettis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pettis lands with an uppercut that bounces Fairbanks off the cage and back into range.
Pettis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pettis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pettis swings widly with a right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pettis misses the body punch
letting Fairbanks counter with a right hand.
Pettis slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Pettis swings widly with a right hand
and Fairbanks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Nice shot lands for Pettis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pettis in his tracks.
Pettis lands a head shot.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Pettis.
Pettis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fairbanks.
Pettis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fairbanks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pettis.
Fairbanks slips under a jab from Pettis.
Pettis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fairbanks misses with a hook. Pettis ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Fairbanks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pettis's hands.
A slow jab from Fairbanks misses its intended target.
Pettis throws a shot from downtown. Fairbanks moves away and avoids it.
Pettis looks to land a right hand but Fairbanks moved out of range.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Pettis blocks it.
Pettis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses the shot to the body.
Pettis misses with an uppercut. Fairbanks saw that one coming.
Pettis lands with a straight right. Fairbanks didn't see that one coming.
Fairbanks throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pettis sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Fairbanks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pettis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairbanks.
Pettis slips a jab from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pettis.
Fairbanks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pettis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fairbanks misses with a right hand
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fairbanks misses with a left hand
and Pettis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks throws an off balance right hand
and Pettis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pettis.
Fairbanks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pettis appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Anthony Pettis.
I think Pettis 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Anthony Pettis!

A victorious Anthony Pettis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Combate 8: Obamacare vs Jung     
Date:   Jun 10, 2017
#R1#
Nice shot lands for Aas.
Aas rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fairbanks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fairbanks connects with a jab.
Fairbanks avoids a kick to the body.
Fairbanks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Aas throws a body punch but Fairbanks moves out of range.
Aas misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Aas has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Fairbanks is looking to take this one to the mat.
A head punch on the inside from Aas fails to land.
Aas scores with a knee to the head.
Aas crunches a lovely knee into Fairbanks's ribcage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land. #T1#
A hook to the body from Aas.
A nice right hand lands inside from Aas.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Knees in the clinch landing for Aas.
Aas scores with a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Aas's elbow.
Aas lands a knee to the head.
Aas lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aas.
Aas lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Aas working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aass head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Aas's elbow.
Aas lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Aas - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Aas.
Fairbanks is working for takedown but Aas is calmly controlling the position for now.#T2#
Aas with a knee to the head.
Aas connects with a nasty looking knee right to Fairbanks's face.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aas.
Aas lands with a left to the head.
Aas prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aas using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Fairbanks looks winded!
Aas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Aas lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Aas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Aas controls his hands.
Aas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Aas scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fairbanks's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Aas - that landed with a thud.
Aas putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Fairbanks in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Aas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Still in the clinch, Aas scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Aas scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fairbanks takes a knee to the side of the body.
A shot in the inside from Aas. #ROC#
Fairbanks is rocked!
Aas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairbanks is still on wobbly legs! Can Aas finish him?
Aas creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Fairbanks's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Fairbanks drops to his knees and Aas pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aslak Aas!
Aslak Aas is the new bantamweight champion!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Aslak Aas waved his t-shirt featuring Milwaukee's Best 160's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: Combate 3: Herois     
Date:   May 13, 2017
#R1#
Fairbanks jabs Rydell to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Fairbanks as he connects with a hook.
Rydell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fairbanks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Rydell 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.
Fairbanks tests Rydell's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rydell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Fairbanks pinned against the cage. Fairbanks gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rydell takes one on the chin but seems OK. #ROC#
Rydell is rocked!
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rydell is still on wobbly legs! Can Fairbanks finish him?
Fairbanks lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Rydell up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Fairbanks from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Rydell's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks is the new bantamweight champion!
An out of breath Desmond Fairbanks thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: The Island Season 6, 135 lbs, Round 4     
Date:   Apr 12, 2017
#R1##CL#
Kannberg has managed to clinch.
I was talking to Kannberg's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kannberg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairbanks's elbow.
Fairbanks avoiding damage as Kannberg throws knees to the body.
Kannberg lands with a left to the head.
Kannberg tries to score a body lock takedown but Fairbanks shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Fairbanks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
Kannberg tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks's coach down at Closing was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fairbanks's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Kannberg prevents a body shot from Fairbanks.
Kannberg tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks pushes Kannberg back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Kannberg blocks it.
Kannberg throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fairbanks blocks it with crossed arms.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kannberg tries to throw a body punch but Fairbanks avoids it by throwing Kannberg back against the cage.
Good body shot from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks pushes Kannberg back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Kannberg misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Kannberg is stalling here.
Kannberg misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairbanks.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks presses Kannberg against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fairbanks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kannberg is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kannberg lands a shoulder strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kannberg just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fairbanks's brow.
Kannberg blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks working hard to break the clinch.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fairbanks lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kannberg backwards. #T2#
Fairbanks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kannberg.
Fairbanks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kannberg's elbow.
Fairbanks misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kannberg blocks a body shot from Fairbanks.
Kannberg slows down the pace here.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kannberg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fairbanks misses with a body punch.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Kannberg controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks.
Kannberg tries to work over Fairbanks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks lands a left hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kannberg.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Kannberg blocks it. #T3#
Kannberg can't get the takedown.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fairbanks lands a left hand.
Fairbanks lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks wants to get back to striking at distance but Kannberg won't allow it.
Fairbanks gets through Kannberg's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairbanks cracks Kannberg with a nice body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Fairbanks working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fairbanks wants to get back to striking at distance but Kannberg won't allow it.
Kannberg misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kannbergs head.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Kannberg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kannberg takes a shot to the head. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairbanks.
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!
Kannberg throws a head punch that misses.
Kannberg lands a left hand.
Kannberg throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fairbanks creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kannberg scores with a knee to the head.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kannberg misses with some punches.
Kannberg tries to stall but Fairbanks uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
Fairbanks escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fairbanks lands the left hand.
Good exchange - Fairbanks coming out on top.
Kannberg fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fairbanks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kannberg throws a leg kick which misses Fairbanks's front leg but catches the back leg as Fairbanks tries to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kannberg tries to clinch but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Fairbanks scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fairbanks throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kannberg on the side of the head.
Kannberg looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Fairbanks is fending him off so far but Kannberg persists. Nope, Fairbanks circles away and we're back to standing.
Kannberg moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kannberg on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fairbanks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks swings for the body but Kannberg moves out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kannberg takes one on the button.
Fairbanks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fairbanks slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
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!
Fairbanks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kannberg walks into a left hand.
Fairbanks lands an overhand right.#ROC2#
Kannberg is rocked!
Kannberg has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fairbanks finds it's way round the side to connect with Kannberg's head.
Oh Kannberg is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A looping hook to the body misses from Fairbanks. Kannberg does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Fairbanks connects with a looping right hand.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kannberg manages to avoid it.
Kannberg tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Fairbanks manages to circle out of the way.
Kannberg scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kannberg seems to have got his legs back now.
Fairbanks throws a body punch but Kannberg moves out of range.
Fairbanks scores with a sloppy right hand. Kannberg should have avoided that one.
Kannberg scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Fairbanks thuds a left hand into Kannberg's body.
Fairbanks lands a right hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fairbanks scores with a nice right hand.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
A punch combination from Kannberg misses.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kannberg thows a leg kick but Fairbanks checks it
and Fairbanks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kannberg looks to land a left hand but Fairbanks moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Kannberg looks to throw the jab but Fairbanks is out of range.
Kannberg takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fairbanks lands a jab to the nose.
Fairbanks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kannberg feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fairbanks looks to score with a jab to the body but Kannberg is just out of range.
Donk. Fairbanks catches Kannberg right on the button with a cross.
Fairbanks lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kannberg at a distance.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fairbanks cracks Kannberg with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kannberg looks to land a combination but Fairbanks avoids it well.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kannberg.
Kannberg throws a leg kick but Fairbanks moved away.
Sloppy strikes from Kannberg. Those never looked like landing.
Fairbanks appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nice cross by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot. #T3#
Fairbanks throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kannberg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fairbanks with a hook.
Kannberg throws an overhand right that lands on Fairbanks's shoulder, as Fairbanks tries to avoid the shot.
Kannberg cracks Fairbanks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fairbanks bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kannberg's head.
Fairbanks scores with a jab.
Scott Kannberg is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fairbanks with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fairbanks fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Good exchange - Fairbanks coming out on top.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kannberg swinging wildly here.
Desmond Fairbanks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fairbanks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Fairbanks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the body.
Fairbanks works Kannberg's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks punishes Kannberg's body with a nice straight punch.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kannberg has time to react.
Kannberg tries to close the distance and clinch but Fairbanks swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Kannberg looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Kannberg has control of the leg.
Fairbanks trying to control but Kannberg postures up.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Kannberg's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Fairbanks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Fairbanks enables Kannberg to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Fairbanks manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kannberg trying to control but Fairbanks is working from the bottom.
Fairbanks has control of Kannberg's left arm, preventing Kannberg from doing any damage.
Fairbanks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kannberg preventing the sweep. #T1#
Fairbanks is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kannberg preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kannberg tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Fairbanks counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Kannberg throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Fairbanks was covering up waiting for the punch and Kannberg finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Fairbanks has his foot on Kannberg's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kannberg works his way back into a safe position though.
Fairbanks keeping moving, preventing Kannberg from controlling successfully.
Scott Kannberg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kannberg throws a big right hand that misses.
Fairbanks tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kannberg throwing strikes but missing.
Kannberg working some strikes from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fairbanks utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kannberg passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Fairbanks gets back to half guard.#T3#
Fairbanks trying to hold on to Kannberg's head to control him but Kannberg postures up.
Fairbanks preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Kannberg lands strikes from half guard.
Fairbanks gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kannberg is working Fairbanks over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Fairbanks pulls Kannberg in to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Fairbanks wants to sweep but no luck.
Fairbanks controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Fairbanks lands with a hook. Kannberg tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kannberg looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kannberg avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kannberg.
Fairbanks connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fairbanks scores with a body shot.
Kannberg tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Desmond Fairbanks.
I've got Fairbanks 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight for Desmond Fairbanks!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Desmond Fairbanks!
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Desmond Fairbanks!

Desmond Fairbanks wins by unanimous decision!

After winning the bout, Desmond Fairbanks thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: The Island Season 6, 135 lbs, Round 3     
Date:   Apr 11, 2017
#R1#
Higuchi looks for a takedown but Fairbanks sprawls well.
Jab, jab by Fairbanks - just one landing.
Higuchi closes the distance and clinches up with Fairbanks, looking for a takedown. Higuchi pushes Fairbanks against the cage but Fairbanks circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Fairbanks's coach down at Next Gen MMA (Only Elite coaches) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fairbanks's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Higuchi is defended easily by Fairbanks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rei Higuchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Higuchi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Fairbanks but Fairbanks pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Higuchi.
Fairbanks tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Higuchi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fairbanks knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Fairbanks tries to buck Higuchi off but Higuchi is having none of it.
Higuchi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fairbanks keeps working.
Fairbanks is looking to reverse the position.
Fairbanks keeps trying to improve his position.
Fairbanks manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Higuchi is trying to work for a kimura but Fairbanks is defending well.
We've been hearing that Higuchi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Higuchi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fairbanks has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Fairbanks tries to roll over but Higuchi keeps him under control.
Higuchi is keen to just control but Fairbanks is a slippery customer.
Fairbanks tries to roll over but Higuchi keeps him under control.
Higuchi is trying to control the action in half guard but Fairbanks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Higuchi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Fairbanks works his way to full guard. Good work.
Higuchi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Fairbanks looking for a sweep. Not yet Fairbanks, not yet. #T3#
Higuchi wants to control from the top but Fairbanks keeps moving.
Fairbanks can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Higuchi controls the pace.
Fairbanks wants to sweep here but Higuchi controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Higuchi 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.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Higuchi tries to free his leg and advance position but Fairbanks is retaining full guard.
Fairbanks looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Fairbanks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Higuchi.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Higuchi throws out a loose jab but Fairbanks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Higuchi darts in looking for a takedown but Fairbanks gets double underhooks and turns Higuchi into the cage.
Fairbanks catches Higuchi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT2#
It looks like Rei Higuchi has been cut.
Fairbanks ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Higuchi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Higuchi shoots in but no luck this time.
Fairbanks throws out a counter right but Higuchi avoids it with no problem.
Fairbanks defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Higuchi.
Higuchi dives in for a single leg takedown but Fairbanks sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fairbanks! But no joy.
Fairbanks lands a head shot.
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Higuchi.
Nice uppercut there from Fairbanks.
A jab from Fairbanks does it's job there.#ROC2#
Higuchi is rocked!
Fairbanks finds Higuchi's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Higuchi flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Fairbanks lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Higuchi will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Desmond Fairbanks!
Our winner, Desmond Fairbanks, 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: The Island Season 6, 135 lbs, Round 2     
Date:   Apr 10, 2017
#R1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Fairbanks.#CUT2#
It looks like Practice Built has been cut.
Fairbanks throws a hook but Built avoids it easily.
Fairbanks connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Built's hands.
Fairbanks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice uppercut lands for Fairbanks. That snapped Built's head back.
Nice jab there from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks cracks Built with a good jab.#ROC2#
Built is rocked!
Fairbanks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Built.#TD2#
Fairbanks looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Built!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks advances to mount.
Fairbanks trying to control but Built is having none of it. #T1##SUB2#
Fairbanks working for a submission but Built is keeping him at bay.
Built wants to hold on but Fairbanks pushes him away.
Built is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Fairbanks is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Fairbanks looking to control but Built is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is working for a guillotine from mount but Built frees his head quite easily.
Fairbanks looking to control but Built is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Fairbanks mounts Built! Really nice guard pass there! #T2#
Fairbanks controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Built can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Built is surviving well by controlling Fairbanks's body position as best he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Fairbanks working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Fairbanks wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Fairbanks controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Fairbanks moves to the back position.
Fairbanks trying to control.#SUB2#
Fairbanks has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Built has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB2#
Fairbanks sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Built taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Desmond Fairbanks!
Desmond Fairbanks seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: The Island Season 6, 135 lbs, Round 1     
Date:   Apr 09, 2017
#R1#
Nicole needs to keep his hands up - Fairbanks had a free shot at his head there.#CL2#
Fairbanks has closed the distance and engaged Nicole in a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fairbanks.
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
A body shot lands from Fairbanks.
A right handed body shot lands from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks presses Nicole against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks. #ROC2#
Nicole is rocked!
Fairbanks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oh Nicole is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lands with a short shot to the head.
Fairbanks creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Nicole with a big uppercut! Nicole tries to clinch up but Fairbanks pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Nicole to the mat! Nicole covers up and Fairbanks unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Desmond Fairbanks!
After winning the bout, Desmond Fairbanks thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Island Wars     
Date:   Mar 22, 2017
#R1#
Fairbanks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hong in his tracks.
Fairbanks jabs at Hong's body.
Fairbanks jabs at Hong's body.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hong with a knee to the head.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hong trying to stall but Fairbanks improves his position.
Hong tries to land a knee to the head but Fairbanks blocks with his arms.
Hong is trying to stall.
Hong lands a knee to the head.
Fairbanks lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks misses with a punch to the body.
Hong misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hongs head.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Fairbanks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fairbanks takes a knee to the side of the body. #T1#
Fairbanks pushes Hong back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Fairbanks has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Fairbanks tries a body shot but Hong blocks it.
Fairbanks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hong tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hong connects with a nasty looking knee right to Fairbanks's face.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Hong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards.
Hong trying to land knees to the body.
Hong blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hong tries to stall but Fairbanks uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hong tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hong lands a good knee to the midsection. Fairbanks won't want to take too many of those.
Hong stalling in the clinch but Fairbanks improves position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hong using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fairbanks has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Fairbanks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Hong successfully pulls guard.
Fairbanks is pushing down on Hong's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hong is fighting to maintain full guard but Fairbanks has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hong is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Fairbanks in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Hong has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Fairbanks escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Fairbanks!
Fairbanks passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Hong!
Hong is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Fairbanks controlling from mount. #T3##SUB#
Fairbanks looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Hong really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fairbanks. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fairbanks avoids the attempt from Hong to control.
Hong is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Fairbanks has taken his back. #SUB#
Fairbanks working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Fairbanks looking for the RNC.
Fairbanks is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hong wants to control his opponent's hands but Fairbanks gets his hands free. #T4#
Fairbanks biding his time, looking for the opening.
I really don't envy Hong right now.
Fairbanks avoiding Hong 's attempts to control his hands.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A shot to the liver by Hong. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Fairbanks darts in and clinches Hong up against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a punch on the inside.
Hong is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Fairbanks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hong can do to turn this around?
A knee to the head by Hong.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Hong avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks avoiding damage as Hong throws knees to the body.
Hong tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hong misses with a knee strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Fairbanks's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Hong trying to stall but Fairbanks improves his position.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Hong.
Hong misses with a knee to the head. #T1#
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Hong.
Hong is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Fairbanks to keep the fight standing.
Hong tries a knee to the head but Fairbanks blocks it.
Fairbanks lands a left hand.
Fairbanks lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairbanks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Hong.
Hong fails to pull the fight into his guard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Hong lands a nice knee to the body.
Hong takes a shot to the head.
Fairbanks throws a head punch that misses.
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Hong.
Hong missing with knees to the body.
Hong is trying to pull guard but Fairbanks turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhuy Hong.
Hong unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fairbanks lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Fairbanks tries to work over Hong's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fairbanks pushes Hong back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fairbanks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Fairbanks on the inside.
Hong blocks an uppercut.
Fairbanks throws a punch but it's blocked by Hong.
Hong scores a nice knee to the body.
Hong wants to stall.
Hong misses with a punch on the inside.
Hong trying to land knees to the body.
Hong just leaning against Fairbanks, taking a breather.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hong misses with a knee to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks lands a left hand.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Fairbanks scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3##TD2#
Hong gets control of Fairbanks's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hong will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Hong is looking for a triangle but Fairbanks pushes his legs off easily.
Fairbanks is stalling in the full guard.
Fairbanks pushes down on Hong's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Fairbanks slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Hong is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fairbanks pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Fairbanks controlling the pace.
Hong is trying to maintain the position but Fairbanks is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Hong looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Hong looking for subs from the bottom but Fairbanks mounts him!
Fairbanks controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks 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#
Fairbanks misses with a straight left.
Hong connects with a body shot.
Hong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fairbanks.
Hong wants to counter the offense by Fairbanks and move into the clinch position.
Fairbanks thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fairbanks connects with the punch.
A shot to the liver by Hong. Beautiful body shot.#CL2#
Hong moves into the clinch successfully.
Hong lands a knee to the head.
Hong jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Fairbanks walks away with a smile on his face. Hong gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Hong gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hong using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Hong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks has a couple of punches blocked by Hong.
Hong looking to throw knees to the head but Fairbanks is blocking nicely.
Hong scores with a knee to the head. #T1#
Hong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Hong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Fairbanks pushes Hong back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks scores with a hook to the body.
Zhuy Hong seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Hong misses with a knee to the head.
Hong is trying to pull guard but Fairbanks has him pressed against the cage.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Hong obliges.
Hong throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fairbanks blocks it with crossed arms.
Hong landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hong tries to pull guard but Fairbanks won't allow it.
Desmond Fairbanks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhuy Hong.
Fairbanks is looking to break free of the clinch but Hong has double underhooks.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike. #T2#
Fairbanks managing to block the knees to the body from Hong.
Fairbanks misses with some punches. #TD2#
Hong decides to pull guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hong wants to sweep but no luck.
Fairbanks looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Fairbanks is pushing down on Hong's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hong is fighting to maintain full guard but Fairbanks has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hong is trying to maintain the position but Fairbanks is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Fairbanks prevents Hong from improving his position.
Zhuy Hong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hong trying to control but Fairbanks postures up.
Hong is trying to escape back to his feet but Fairbanks uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Fairbanks content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hong is looking for a sweep.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee asks Fairbanks politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Fairbanks prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB#
Fairbanks is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hong knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Desmond Fairbanks overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Fairbanks thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hong is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Fairbanks takes a little break here. Hong wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Zhuy Hong.
I think Fairbanks 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

 

Event: Bloody Bloody Island     
Date:   Mar 01, 2017
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target. #CL#
Kannberg drives through and clinches with Fairbanks against the cage.
Fairbanks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kannberg throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kannberg definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Fairbanks struggles to land a body shot inside as Kannberg controls his hands. #TD#
Kannberg lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Kannberg throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kannberg not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fairbanks wants to improve his position but Kannberg is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fairbanks is pressing down on Kannberg's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kannberg wants to control from the top but Fairbanks keeps moving. #T1#
Kannberg stopping the sweep attempt from Fairbanks.
Kannberg working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Fairbanks is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Fairbanks keeping full guard, as Kannberg tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kannberg throws a big elbow that misses.
Fairbanks wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kannberg is now in half guard.
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. Kannberg connects with a nice short shot to Fairbanks's temple. #T2#
Kannberg is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kannberg is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kannberg seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fairbanks does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fairbanks is controlling Kannberg's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kannberg is looking to stall here but Fairbanks recovers full guard.
Fairbanks has control of Kannberg's left arm, preventing Kannberg from doing any damage.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Fairbanks wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Kannberg slips nicely into half guard.
Fairbanks trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Fairbanks bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Kannberg bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fairbanks's guard. #REVR#
Fairbanks 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.#T4#
Fairbanks keeping full guard, as Kannberg tries to pass.
Fairbanks bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kannberg's guard. #REVB#
Kannberg 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.
Fairbanks slips nicely into half guard.
Fairbanks is looking to advance position but Kannberg won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fairbanks is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Scott Kannberg dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fairbanks catches Kannberg with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kannberg shoots in but Fairbanks avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kannberg misses with a series of wild punches.
Fairbanks has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kannberg is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Fairbanks is looking to clinch.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kannberg takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kannberg throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kannberg walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kannberg clinches up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Kannberg looking to throw knees to the head but Fairbanks is blocking nicely.
A right hook to the body lands for Fairbanks.
Kannberg dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
Kannberg blocking some punches.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kannberg misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice body punch from Kannberg - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Kannberg avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks avoiding damage as Kannberg throws knees to the body.
Fairbanks lands with a left to the head.
Fairbanks blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairbanks tries to throw a body punch but Kannberg avoids it by throwing Fairbanks back against the cage.
Kannberg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks being controlled against the cage.#T2#
Fairbanks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fairbanks lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairbanks prevents the takedown attempt.
Fairbanks misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairbanks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fairbanks tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kannberg is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Kannberg. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fairbanks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fairbanks is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Fairbanks blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks can't break the clinch. #BC#
Kannberg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Kannberg closes the distance and clinches.
Kannberg misses with the head strike. #T3#
Kannberg blocking some punches.
Kannberg is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fairbanks is defending well.
Kannberg can't get the takedown. #BC#
Kannberg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fairbanks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CL#
Kannberg pushes Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Kannberg has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fairbanks avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kannberg blocking some punches.
Kannberg blocks an uppercut.
Kannberg goes for a takedown in the clinch but Fairbanks prevents it.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Kannberg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairbanks lands a shoulder strike.
Fairbanks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kannberg is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fairbanks is defending well.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Kannberg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fairbanks misses with the head strike.
Fairbanks throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kannbergs head. #BC#
Kannberg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Scott Kannberg is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kannberg misses with a wild body shot.
Fairbanks scores with a nice head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Fairbanks is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kannberg misses with an attempted mid kick.
Good shot there by Fairbanks.#CL#
Kannberg gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kannberg wants to take the fight to the mat but Fairbanks manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fairbanks lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fairbanks.
Fairbanks pushes Kannberg back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC#
Kannberg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fairbanks lands a glancing blow to the side of Kannberg's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks lands a nice shot that snaps Kannberg's head back.
Kannberg takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Kannberg manages to break the clinch.
Kannberg drops his hands momentarily and Fairbanks takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kannberg with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fairbanks to score with a decent uppercut.
Kannberg takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kannberg shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Fairbanks defends it nicely.
Fairbanks connects with a single shot there.
Fairbanks avoids the body shot from Kannberg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Fairbanks scores with a decent looking hook.
Fairbanks scores with a jab to the head. #ROC2#
Kannberg is rocked!
Fairbanks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fairbanks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kannbergs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Oh Kannberg is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fairbanks steps in with a hook that catches Kannberg right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Fairbanks follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Kannberg looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!

 

Event: LH21:Harrak vs Hackett II     
Date:   Dec 21, 2016
#R1#
Nice shot by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks shoots in but Storm avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD#
Storm closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Fairbanks to the mat! Fairbanks manages to get full guard.
Storm wants to control from the top but Fairbanks keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fairbanks bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Storm's guard. #REVB#
Storm really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Storm is adopting a defensive guard.
Fairbanks stands and throws Storm's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Fairbanks advances to mount.
Fairbanks wants to take his opponent's back but Storm doesn't allow it.
Storm is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Storm is wriggling around trying to escape.
I've been told that Fairbanks has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Storm is surviving well by controlling Fairbanks's body position as best he can.
Fairbanks wants to take Storm's back here but Storm is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #SUB2#
Fairbanks looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Storm is trying desperately to improve position.
Fairbanks tries to control but Storm wriggling away.
Fairbanks takes Storm's back.
Fairbanks doesn't have the hooks in and Storm manages to turn into his guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fairbanks is on top in guard. #REVB#
Storm looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Fairbanks advances to half guard.
Fairbanks prevents Storm from improving his position.
Fairbanks frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fairbanks tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Fairbanks takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here. #SUB2#
Fairbanks looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Storm defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB2#
Fairbanks looking for the choke but no joy. #T3##SUB2#
Fairbanks working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Fairbanks trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Fairbanks controls the position.
Will Fairbanks go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Storm trying to control the action but Fairbanks just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Storm is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at KING OF PAIN, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Fairbanks has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T4##SUB2#
Fairbanks seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Storm's chin but Storm turns very nicely into Fairbanks's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Storm.
Fairbanks bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Storm's guard. #REVB#
Fairbanks passes Storm's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fairbanks is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm tries to improve his position but instead Fairbanks has taken his back!
Fairbanks controlling from the back.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is persistently looking for the submission but Storm is defending it well.
Storm looking very determined here, making life difficult for Fairbanks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks scores with a jab. Storm acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Storm shoots in and drives through. Fairbanks sprawls well.
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Fairbanks defends it nicely.
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#ROC2#
Storm is rocked!
A telegraphed right hand from Fairbanks misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm dives in and grabs Fairbanks's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fairbanks pushes down on Storm's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wyatt Storm. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Storm tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fairbanks defends well and Storm ends up having to push Fairbanks into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Good standup being displayed there by Fairbanks as he connects with a hook.
Oh Storm is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1##CL2#
Fairbanks closes the distance and clinches.
Fairbanks working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Fairbanks - that landed with a thud.
Fairbanks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fairbanks misses with some punches.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairbanks lands with a light punch inside.
Fairbanks throws a big uppercut that drops Storm! More strikes from Fairbanks and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Storm lies dazed against the cage as Fairbanks celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Desmond Fairbanks!

 

Event: LH17: Jackson vs Houghton II     
Date:   Dec 07, 2016
#R1##CL#
Rex moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land.
Rex tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fairbanks smiles and moves away.
Fairbanks misses with a body shot.
Rex slips under a jab from Fairbanks.#CL#
Rex clinches up against the cage.
Rex slows down the pace here.
Fairbanks tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Rex jumps guard and drags Fairbanks to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Rex escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fairbanks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fairbanks passes easily into side control. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks tries to move to mount but Rex blocks the move with his legs. #T1#
Rex is trying to improve his position.
Rex prevents Fairbanks from moving into mount.
Rex wants to control but Fairbanks postures up.
Rex is looking to reverse the position.
Rex is not content to let Fairbanks control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rex is looking to regain half guard here but Fairbanks keeps moving and retains side control.
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Fairbanks working away.
Rex is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fairbanks is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rex's shoulder. That is not cool.
Fairbanks advances to mount.
Fairbanks can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rex is looking to escape.
Rex prevents Fairbanks from taking his back.
Rex is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Fairbanks tries to control but Rex wriggling away.
Rex manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Rex trying to hold on to Fairbanks's head to control him but Fairbanks postures up. #SUB#
Rex is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fairbanks pulls his head out easily.
Fairbanks is trying to control. Rex wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rex gets full guard.
Rex not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fairbanks is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rex looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Fairbanks trying to control but Rex is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Desmond Fairbanks will probably get the nod.
That's time! Rex's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Rex moves into range and clinches up with Fairbanks.
Rex blocking some punches. #BC#
Rex breaks the clinch.
Fairbanks throws the left hand but Rex avoids the punch easily.
Rex displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fairbanks throws out the jab.
Fairbanks throws a big shot that misses.
Fairbanks connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Rex rushes Fairbanks and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rex jumps guard but Fairbanks turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairbanks swings wildly with an uppercut but Rex uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fairbanks.
Rex blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Rex jumps guard and drags Fairbanks to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Rex is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1##SUB#
Rex has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Fairbanks 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 Rex.
Rex gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Rex is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rex is squirming around, avoiding Fairbanks's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Rex bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Fairbanks seems keen to control Rex's posture.
Fairbanks bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rex's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Rex working for submissions but it's allowed Fairbanks to get to half guard.
Fairbanks prevents Rex from improving his position.
Fairbanks seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rex does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Rex is looking for a sweep. Fairbanks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fairbanks wants to pass the guard but Rex is defending well.
Fairbanks is trying to control the action in half guard but Rex is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fairbanks tries to pass to full mount but Rex defends it.
Fairbanks looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rex wants to improve his position but Fairbanks is controlling well.
Rex trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rex has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rex wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping busy.
Fairbanks wants to take a breather but Rex is having none of it.
Rex wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping busy.
Fairbanks seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Rex darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Fairbanks missing with a left hand there. Rex was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Rex has managed to clinch.
Rex just leaning against Fairbanks, taking a breather.
Rex tries to stall but Fairbanks uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A bit of stalling here from Rex.
Come on Rex - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch on the inside from Fairbanks fails to land. #TD#
Rex jumps into guard, dragging Fairbanks to the mat. #SUB#
Rex is looking for a triangle but Fairbanks pushes his legs off easily.
Fairbanks passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks is trying to control the action in half guard but Rex is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fairbanks is thwarting Rex's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Fairbanks wants to pass to mount but Rex is defending the position.
Rex is looking to improve his position.
Fairbanks trying to pass the guard but Rex defending well.
Fairbanks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rex keeps working.
Rex keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Fairbanks is keen to just control but Rex is a slippery customer.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Fairbanks looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Rex looking for subs from the bottom but Fairbanks mounts him!
Rex wants to hold on but Fairbanks pushes him away.
Fairbanks takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rex tries to hold on but Fairbanks postures up.#T3#
Rex regains half guard.
Fairbanks frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Fairbanks prevents Rex from getting the reversal.
Fairbanks looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Rex working to try and regain half guard.
Rex wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB2#
Rex defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Fairbanks controls the action.#SUB2#
Rex is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Saol Rex has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fairbanks is hanging on to Rex's back as he tries to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Desmond Fairbanks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Fairbanks 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:30
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

 

Event: LH13: Strife vs Luigiano     
Date:   Nov 24, 2016
#R1#
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown but Kshymensky shows good takedown defense.
Kshymensky swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Fairbanks manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kshymensky on his heels. He'll look to pass Kshymensky 's guard now, I'm sure.
Fairbanks is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kshymensky not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Kshymensky is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fairbanks controlling from the top position.
Fairbanks wants to pass the guard but Kshymensky is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks passes Kshymensky 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Kshymensky is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Fairbanks's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Fairbanks's back!
Kshymensky not allowing Fairbanks to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Fairbanks's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kshymensky is trying to stick to Fairbanks's back but Fairbanks is turning into Kshymensky . He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kshymensky 's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Fairbanks.
Fairbanks passes Kshymensky 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fairbanks is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fairbanks wants to pass the guard but Kshymensky is defending well.
Fairbanks is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fairbanks uses his free foot to push down on Kshymensky 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kshymensky . #T2#
Fairbanks moves to the back position.
Fairbanks controlling the position well here. Kshymensky rolled but Fairbanks kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #SUB2#
Fairbanks is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kshymensky is defending well though. Fairbanks let's go of the attempt for now.
Kshymensky knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Fairbanks on the ground.
Kshymensky tries to escape the position. #T3#
Fairbanks 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.
Fairbanks is looking to control Kshymensky but Kshymensky is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kshymensky covering up well and avoiding damage.
A lull in the action here. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fairbanks has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kshymensky 's body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kshymensky wants to get back to his feet.
You can see the frustration on Kshymensky 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Fairbanks is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Fairbanks controlling from the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Desmond Fairbanks dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kshymensky will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fairbanks looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kshymensky is fending him off so far but Fairbanks persists. Nope, Kshymensky circles away and we're back to standing.
Kshymensky throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kshymensky wants to land a leg kick but Fairbanks is out of range.
Fairbanks misses with a takedown
and Kshymensky counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fairbanks shoots in looking for a takedown. Kshymensky tries to sprawl out of it but Fairbanks keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kshymensky manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Fairbanks has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Jesse Kshymensky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Desmond Fairbanks.
No luck for Fairbanks with that takedown attempt.
Fairbanks throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kshymensky 's waist but Kshymensky gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Fairbanks off to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kshymensky .
Fairbanks darts in looking for a takedown but Kshymensky gets double underhooks and turns Fairbanks into the cage.
Nice sprawl there from Kshymensky as Fairbanks shoots in.
Fairbanks fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kshymensky avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Kshymensky tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Kshymensky gets a clinch. #TD2#
Fairbanks decides to pull guard.
Kshymensky lands a couple of digs.
Fairbanks is trying to keep Kshymensky in close.
Kshymensky trying to control but Fairbanks is working from the bottom.
Kshymensky cracks Fairbanks with a solid left hand.
Fairbanks controlling the position.
Kshymensky wanted to stand there but Fairbanks had control of the position.
Fairbanks keeping moving, preventing Kshymensky from controlling successfully. #T2#
Fairbanks wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fairbanks is on top in guard. #REVB#
Fairbanks controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Fairbanks passes Kshymensky 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kshymensky controlling the position well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fairbanks takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kshymensky throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #T3#
Fairbanks trying to mount his opponent but Kshymensky defends it.
Desmond Fairbanks has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kshymensky tries to roll over but Fairbanks keeps him under control.
Fairbanks uses his free foot to push down on Kshymensky 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kshymensky .
Fairbanks sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Fairbanks wants to control the pace but Kshymensky is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Fairbanks looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fairbanks moves to the back position.
Fairbanks biding his time, controlling Kshymensky .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Jesse Kshymensky will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks fails with the takedown
and Kshymensky counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fairbanks closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kshymensky circles away.
Kshymensky throws a big counter combination but Fairbanks scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Fairbanks misses with a takedown attempt
and Kshymensky counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jesse Kshymensky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Desmond Fairbanks.
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kshymensky as he avoids it easily.
Kshymensky keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kshymensky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Fairbanks enables Kshymensky to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Fairbanks manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Fairbanks controlling the position.
Fairbanks working a defensive guard here.
Kshymensky has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kshymensky slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairbanks looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kshymensky trying to control the position from guard on top but Fairbanks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kshymensky manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Fairbanks won't allow Kshymensky to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fairbanks stands and throws Kshymensky 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Fairbanks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kshymensky keeps working.
Fairbanks in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Fairbanks moves into full mount! #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kshymensky has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Kshymensky trying to control but not successfully.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Fairbanks controlling the positon.#SUB2#
Fairbanks is looking for the choke from the back position but Kshymensky is controlling his hands well. #T3##SUB2#
Fairbanks working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Fairbanks working for a choke but Kshymensky is defending well.
Kshymensky trying to control the hands but Fairbanks breaks the grip.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Fairbanks tries to keep control of the position but Kshymensky is staying busy.
Fairbanks is not going to allow Kshymensky to sit and survive in this position.
Fairbanks is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Desmond Fairbanks.
I think Fairbanks 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:29
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 28:29
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Desmond Fairbanks!

 

Event: LH9: Schmo vs Hackett     
Date:   Nov 10, 2016
#R1#
Fairbanks fails to land the takedown.
Fairbanks tries for a takedown but Takahashi circles away easily#TD2#
and Takahashi counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Takahashi . #SUB2#
Takahashi thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Takahashi tries to free his leg and advance position but Fairbanks is retaining full guard.
Takahashi trying to control but Fairbanks is working from the bottom.
Takahashi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Takahashi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Fairbanks trying to move into half guard but instead Takahashi has managed to sweep!#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi trying to control but Fairbanks is working from the bottom.
Fairbanks looking for a sweep. Not yet Fairbanks, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Takahashi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fairbanks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Takahashi is still trying to improve position.
Fairbanks keeping moving, preventing Takahashi from controlling successfully. #T1#
Takahashi pushes down on Fairbanks's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Takahashi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fairbanks is just riding it out for now. Takahashi eventually gives up the hold.
Fairbanks is refusing to be controlled, as Takahashi sits in half guard.
Fairbanks wants to improve his position but Takahashi is controlling well. #SUB2#
Takahashi 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.
Fairbanks tries to get to full guard but Takahashi has control of the leg.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Fairbanks manages to get to full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Takahashi wants to pass the guard but Fairbanks is keeping the position.
Fairbanks 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.
Takahashi postures up.
Takahashi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fairbanks is keeping the position for now.
Fairbanks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Takahashi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Takahashi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fairbanks's guard. #REVB#
Takahashi passes Fairbanks's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Takahashi is looking for a kimura but Fairbanks is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Takahashi to get the leverage.
Takahashi is looking to advance position but Fairbanks won't allow it.
Fairbanks is looking to improve his position. #T3##SUB2#
Takahashi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Fairbanks regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fairbanks 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#
Takahashi is looking for a sweep. Fairbanks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Takahashi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Takahashi is staying active underneath Fairbanks, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Takahashi wants to improve his position but Fairbanks is controlling well.
Fairbanks works his foot free and advances to mount.
Takahashi working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Fairbanks wants to control the action but instead Takahashi gets a body lock and reverses into Fairbanks's guard! Nice work!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fairbanks is on top in guard. #REVR#
Fairbanks trying to control but Takahashi is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Keoji Takahashi 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##TD2#
Takahashi shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Takahashi trying to pass the guard but Fairbanks defending well.
Takahashi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fairbanks. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Takahashi seems to be working for a kimura but Fairbanks defends the submission attempt.
Takahashi is looking to advance position but Fairbanks won't allow it.
Takahashi keeps trying to improve his position.
Fairbanks trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi prevents Fairbanks from improving his position.#SUB2#
Takahashi is working for a kimura but Fairbanks is defending it quite comfortably.
Fairbanks wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Takahashi wants to take a breather but Fairbanks is having none of it.
Fairbanks manages to get to full guard.
Fairbanks 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.
Keoji Takahashi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Takahashi advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Takahashi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fairbanks sees it coming and defends easily.
Fairbanks is looking to control Takahashi 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Fairbanks avoid being mounted?
Fairbanks is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Takahashi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Takahashi wants to control but Fairbanks is keeping him busy.
Fairbanks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Takahashi is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Takahashi seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Takahashi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fairbanks doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Takahashi . #T2#
Fairbanks wants to control but Takahashi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Takahashi wants to pass to mount but Fairbanks is defending the position.
Fairbanks works his way to full guard. Good work.
Takahashi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fairbanks is keeping the position for now.
Fairbanks 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#
Fairbanks is pressing down on Takahashi 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Takahashi is holding on for now.
Fairbanks wants to take a breather but Takahashi is having none of it. #T3#
Fairbanks is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Takahashi wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB#
Fairbanks working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Takahashi can't escape the position.
Takahashi staying busy and making it hard for Fairbanks to control.
Takahashi is in bad spot here. #T4#
Fairbanks is looking to control Takahashi but Takahashi is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Takahashi can't escape the position.
Takahashi looking very determined here, making life difficult for Fairbanks.
Fairbanks has the hooks in. Takahashi is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Fairbanks trying to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fairbanks has good solid back control here.
Takahashi is in bad spot here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Keoji Takahashi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Fairbanks fails to land the takedown.
Fairbanks tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Takahashi defends well and Fairbanks ends up having to push Takahashi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Takahashi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Fairbanks was covering up waiting for the punch and Takahashi finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Fairbanks controls Takahashi momentarily but Takahashi frees himself.
Takahashi looking to pass the guard.
Fairbanks has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Fairbanks looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi passes Fairbanks's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Takahashi wants to pass to mount but Fairbanks is defending the position. #SUB2#
Takahashi 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. Fairbanks tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Takahashi !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Keoji Takahashi !
A victorious Keoji Takahashi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 29, 2016
#R1#
Ohsow Uh misses the jab.
Ohsow Uh connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fairbanks. Fairbanks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Desmond Fairbanks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL2#
Fairbanks tries to keep at a distance but Ohsow Uh has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ohsow Uh scores with a knee to the head.
Ohsow Uh is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Ohsow Uh is leaning against Fairbanks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ohsow Uh lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but Ohsow Uh won't allow it.
Ohsow Uh presses Fairbanks against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ohsow Uh landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Fairbanks has been working on his balance at Island Top Team, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Ohsow Uh.
Fairbanks drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ohsow Uh pulls his leg out and moves away.
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!
Ohsow Uh's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ohsow Uh duly obliges.
Fairbanks shoots for a takedown but Ohsow Uh saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Desmond Fairbanks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ohsow Uh jabs at Fairbanks's body.
Fairbanks drops his hands momentarily and Ohsow Uh takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fairbanks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1##BC2#
Ohsow Uh breaks from the clinch.
Ohsow Uh slaps away a takedown attempt from Fairbanks, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ohsow Uh throws out a counter right but Fairbanks avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh moves into the clinch successfully.
Ohsow Uh scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ohsow Uh lands a body punch.
Ohsow Uh lands with a light punch inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Fairbanks as Ohsow Uh tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Ohsow Uh breaks from the clinch.
Fairbanks shoots in and drives through. Ohsow Uh sprawls well.
Fairbanks with a poor takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a straight right hand.
Ken Jee Ohsow Uh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ohsow Uh cracks Fairbanks with an open hand slap.
Fairbanks darts in looking for a takedown but Ohsow Uh gets double underhooks and turns Fairbanks into the cage.
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown but Ohsow Uh shows good takedown defense.
Ohsow Uh fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fairbanks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh has managed to clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Fairbanks pulls guard. #T2##SU2#
Ohsow Uh stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Ohsow Uh lands with a hook. Fairbanks tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown but Ohsow Uh shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Ohsow Uh misses.
Fairbanks doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fairbanks goes for a double leg but Ohsow Uh avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ohsow Uh continues to drive forward.
Ohsow Uh connects with a jab.
Ohsow Uh 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.
Ohsow Uh scores with a body shot.
Fairbanks dives in for a single leg takedown but Ohsow Uh sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Fairbanks doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fairbanks shoots in looking for a takedown but Ohsow Uh manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Fairbanks's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh has Fairbanks up against the cage in a clinch.
Ohsow Uh digs a right hand underneath Fairbanks's ribcage. Fairbanks let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD#
Fairbanks ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Fairbanks no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2#
Ohsow Uh stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Fairbanks with a poor takedown
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ohsow Uh comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Fairbanks fails with the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a one-two to the body.
Fairbanks is breathing heavily.
Fairbanks shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ohsow Uh pinned against the cage. Ohsow Uh gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ohsow Uh bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Decent striking displayed by Ohsow Uh there.
Horrible takedown attempt by Fairbanks or perhaps it was just good defense by Ohsow Uh, which made it look bad.
Fairbanks tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ohsow Uh sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fairbanks somewhat.
Fairbanks with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Ohsow Uh counter with a right hand.
Ohsow Uh throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fairbanks drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fairbanks with a poor takedown
letting Ohsow Uh counter with a right hand. #T4#
Ohsow Uh works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh has managed to clinch.
Ohsow Uh digs a right hand underneath Fairbanks's ribcage. Fairbanks let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ohsow Uh just stands there and leans against the cage.
Fairbanks jumps guard but Ohsow Uh turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Ohsow Uh stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ohsow Uh lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fairbanks backwards. #TD#
Fairbanks pulls guard.
Ohsow Uh wants to stand but Fairbanks has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Fairbanks trying to control the position.
Ohsow Uh wants to get up but he can't break Fairbanks's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU2#
Fairbanks is working an open guard so Ohsow Uh takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fairbanks shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fairbanks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fairbanks shoots and misses
and Ohsow Uh counters with a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks drops his hands momentarily and Ohsow Uh takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fairbanks takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ken Jee Ohsow Uh dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Fairbanks has his takedown stuffed
enabling Ohsow Uh to counter with a crisp jab.
Fairbanks staying out of range there.
Fairbanks shoots in but Ohsow Uh avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ohsow Uh sprawls well. Ohsow Uh wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Fairbanks gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Desmond Fairbanks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ohsow Uh lands a nice hook to Fairbanks's body. Fairbanks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ohsow Uh works Fairbanks's body with a nice hook.
Fairbanks shoots for a takedown but Ohsow Uh saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ohsow Uh connects with a nice looking jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Fairbanks.
A punch combination from Ohsow Uh misses.
Ohsow Uh lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ohsow Uh throws a series of punches but Fairbanks avoids them all with ease.
Fairbanks seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ken Jee Ohsow Uh seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Fairbanks checks a low kick from Ohsow Uh.
Ohsow Uh throws out a powerful jab.
Fairbanks closes the distance and clinches up with Ohsow Uh, looking for a takedown. Fairbanks pushes Ohsow Uh against the cage but Ohsow Uh circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh forces Fairbanks back against the cage and clinches.
Ohsow Uh scores with a hook to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ohsow Uh obliges.#TD#
Fairbanks drags the fight down to the ground.
Ohsow Uh really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fairbanks. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fairbanks looking for a sweep. Not yet Fairbanks, not yet.
Ohsow Uh trying to stand up but can't free himself from Fairbanks's guard.#SU2#
Fairbanks is working an open guard so Ohsow Uh takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh clinches. #BC2#
Ohsow Uh pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh darts in and clinches Fairbanks up against the cage.
Fairbanks is trying to pull guard but Ohsow Uh turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Fairbanks is trying to pull guard but Ohsow Uh has him pressed against the cage.#T2#
Ohsow Uh working Fairbanks over with knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fairbanks goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ohsow Uh prevents it.
Fairbanks is trying to pull guard but Ohsow Uh turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ohsow Uh unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fairbanks lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #TD#
Fairbanks jumps guard and drags Ohsow Uh to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU2#
Ohsow Uh gets to his feet. Fairbanks looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Fairbanks looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fairbanks goes for a double leg but Ohsow Uh avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ohsow Uh continues to drive forward.
Ohsow Uh lands a body shot.
Fairbanks fails with the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fairbanks misses with a takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a nice uppercut.
Fairbanks dives in and grabs Ohsow Uh's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ohsow Uh pushes down on Fairbanks's head and hops out.
Ohsow Uh lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ohsow Uh dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh moves into the clinch.#T3#
Ohsow Uh unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Ohsow Uh landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Fairbanks tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Fairbanks fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ohsow Uh unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fairbanks lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ohsow Uh connects with a knee to the head.
A short right from Ohsow Uh. #BC2#
Ohsow Uh breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Ohsow Uh has managed to clinch.
Fairbanks takes a knee right on the jaw!
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but Ohsow Uh holds him up against the cage and eventually Fairbanks drops back down to his feet.
Ohsow Uh lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ohsow Uh has Fairbanks pressed against the cage.
Ohsow Uh lands a knee to the head.
Ohsow Uh is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2#
Ohsow Uh pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Fairbanks with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ohsow Uh counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ohsow Uh tests Fairbanks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ohsow Uh with a nice cross.#ROC2#
Fairbanks is rocked!
Fairbanks is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ohsow Uh.
Oh Fairbanks is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fairbanks fails with the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Ohsow Uh rushes Fairbanks and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Ohsow Uh takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ohsow Uh scores a nice knee to the body.
Fairbanks seems to have got his legs back now.
Ohsow Uh with a knee to the head.
Ken Jee Ohsow Uh seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ohsow Uh lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Ohsow Uh breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Ohsow Uh rushes Fairbanks and presses him up against the cage.
The referee calls for Ohsow Uh to work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ohsow Uh unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fairbanks lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Fairbanks jumps guard but Ohsow Uh turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A shot in the inside from Ohsow Uh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ken Jee Ohsow Uh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
An inside leg kick from Ohsow Uh misses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ohsow Uh!
Ohsow Uh defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Fairbanks.
Ohsow Uh is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fairbanks with a body shot.
Ohsow Uh throws a nice looking combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ohsow Uh scores with a one two! Fairbanks had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Fairbanks shoots for a takedown but Ohsow Uh saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh clinches.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but Ohsow Uh holds him up against the cage and eventually Fairbanks drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Desmond Fairbanks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fairbanks takes a shot to the head.
Ohsow Uh's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Ohsow Uh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ohsow Uh cracks Fairbanks with a nice body shot.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but Ohsow Uh forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ohsow Uh scores with a shot to the side of Fairbanks's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ohsow Uh is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Ohsow Uh breaks the clinch. #T1##CL2#
Ohsow Uh fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fairbanks, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Fairbanks pulls guard effortlessly. #SU2#
Ohsow Uh stands up and waves to Fairbanks to follow him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fairbanks shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a right hand to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Fairbanks or perhaps it was just good defense by Ohsow Uh, which made it look bad.
Ohsow Uh unleashes a big counter combination but Fairbanks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ohsow Uh connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fairbanks momentarily.
Ohsow Uh ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fairbanks misses with a takedown attempt - Ohsow Uh sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ohsow Uh as he avoids it easily.
Fairbanks shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ohsow Uh but Ohsow Uh pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A countering left hand to the body from Ohsow Uh misses.
Ohsow Uh displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ohsow Uh finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fairbanks has his takedown stuffed
and Ohsow Uh counters with a right hand to the body.
Fairbanks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ohsow Uh finds it's way round the side to connect with Fairbanks's head. #CL2#
Ohsow Uh has managed to clinch. #TD#
Fairbanks has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ohsow Uh uses from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fairbanks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ohsow Uh is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Ohsow Uh stands and steps away. Fairbanks gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Fairbanks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fairbanks doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fairbanks has his takedown stuffed
and Ohsow Uh counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fairbanks doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ohsow Uh counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Fairbanks 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.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Fairbanks is trying to pull guard but Ohsow Uh has him pressed against the cage.
Ohsow Uh digs a right hand into Fairbanks's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairbanks's gas tank.
Fairbanks is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ohsow Uh to keep the fight standing.
Fairbanks is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ohsow Uh to keep the fight standing.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but Ohsow Uh holds him up against the cage and eventually Fairbanks drops back down to his feet.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ohsow Uh just stands there and leans against the cage.
A knee to the head by Ohsow Uh.
Ohsow Uh lands a knee to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Ohsow Uh.
Fairbanks is trying to drag Ohsow Uh to the mat but Ohsow Uh just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ohsow Uh landing knees to the head. #T4#
Ohsow Uh utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Fairbanks is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ohsow Uh is defending well.#BC2#
Ohsow Uh pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ohsow Uh jabs at Fairbanks's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Ohsow Uh moves into the clinch successfully.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ohsow Uh obliges.
Fairbanks jumps guard but Ohsow Uh turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Fairbanks tries to pull guard but Ohsow Uh holds him up against the cage and eventually Fairbanks drops back down to his feet.
Ohsow Uh is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2#
Ohsow Uh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ohsow Uh throws a low kick but Fairbanks moves out of range easily.
A left and a right from Ohsow Uh both land. Nice combination.
Desmond Fairbanks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ken Jee Ohsow Uh is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ohsow Uh thuds a left hand into Fairbanks's body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ken Jee Ohsow Uh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ohsow Uh 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 24:30
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 24:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ken Jee Ohsow Uh!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 26, 2016
#R1##TD2#
Fairbanks decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fairbanks with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Moreau pushes Fairbanks off looking to stand but Fairbanks dives back in and keeps control.
Fairbanks takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Moreau tries to kick Fairbanks off but Fairbanks keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Fairbanks not doing much here.
Fairbanks stops Moreau from getting back to his feet.
Still in half guard, Fairbanks seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moreau is trying to stand.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Moreau throws a shot to the body. #TD2#
Fairbanks gets a double leg takedown into Moreau's guard.#T1#
Fairbanks's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fairbanks forces his way into half guard.
Fairbanks not doing much here.
Fairbanks is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Fairbanks is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Moreau is in real trouble.
Moreau wants to get back to his feet.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Fairbanks controlling the positon.
Moreau wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
Fairbanks 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. #SUB2#
Fairbanks has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Moreau is in real trouble here. Fairbanks gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Moreau is tapping out! Fairbanks wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Desmond Fairbanks!
Layvin Moreau spoke after the fight, saying 'salute!'.

 

 
 
 
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