Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Grunge 55: Venice Beach
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
Rodrigez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Novoselic cracks Rodrigez with an open hand slap.
Jab from Novoselic.
Rodrigez misses with a body kick.
Novoselic misses the jab.
Alex Novoselic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rodrigez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Novoselic throws a looping overhand right but Rodrigez ducks down to avoid it.
Novoselic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rodrigez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez throws a sloppy head kick and Novoselic moves out of range easily.
Novoselic lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Novoselic lands with a hook. Rodrigez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rodrigez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Novoselic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Novoselic. Novoselic obviously looking to wear him down. #T1#
Novoselic clobbers Rodrigez with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rodrigez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Novoselic counters with a slapping leg kick.
Novoselic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marijuana Gardens in the buildup to the fight.
Rodrigez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Novoselic avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Novoselic sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Alex Novoselic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez misses with a head kick.
Novoselic half committed to a counter leg kick.
Novoselic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Novoselic bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.
Novoselic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Novoselic scores with a leg kick. #T2#
Novoselic slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodrigez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Novoselic cracks Rodrigez with a good jab.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses
letting Novoselic counter with 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!
Rodrigez is looking to clinch.
Rodrigez throws a body shot but no joy.
Novoselic lands an overhand right.
Novoselic fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rodrigez.
Rodrigez ducks right into an uppercut from Novoselic.
Left hook, right uppercut from Novoselic.
Novoselic with a hook.#ROC#Rodrigez is rocked!
Novoselic steps in with a hook that catches Rodrigez right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Novoselic follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Rodrigez looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alex Novoselic!
After winning the bout, Alex Novoselic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 50: Nirvana
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Ahonen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rodrigez on the side of the head.
Ahonen darts in looking for a takedown but Rodrigez gets double underhooks and turns Ahonen into the cage.
Ahonen connects with a crisp jab.
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a takedown but Ahonen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rodrigez's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ahonen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rodrigez defends it nicely.#CL#
Rodrigez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ahonen, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Rodrigez manages to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Ahonen 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Ahonen. #TD2#
Ahonen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rodrigez quickly recovers to half guard.

Rodrigez manages to escape and get back to his feet!
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!
Rodrigez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ahonen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Ahonen stalks Rodrigez and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rodrigez's face. Rodrigez staggers backwards, shaken.
Rodrigez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ahonen. That's going to slow Rodrigez down.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch but Ahonen is avoiding it.
Ahonen lands a lovely overhand right.
Ahonen scores with a jab.
Ahonen scores with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Ahonen shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rodrigez looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2#
Ahonen seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ahonen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodrigez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rodrigez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodrigez.
Ahonen cracks Rodrigez with a solid left hand.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ahonen throws a big right hand that misses.
Ahonen working some strikes from top position.
Rodrigez keeping full guard, as Ahonen tries to pass.
Ahonen pushing down on Rodrigez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T3#
Ahonen is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ahonen sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rodrigez defending well though.
Ahonen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rodrigez is trying to stand.
Ahonen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ahonen wants to take a breather but Rodrigez is having none of it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ahonen lands a nice short elbow.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rodrigez is pressing down on Ahonen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ahonen postures up and lands a big shot to Rodrigez's brow.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ahonen scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ahonen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ahonen passes Rodrigez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nice strikes from Ahonen there.
Ahonen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodrigez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ahonen trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manu Ahonen 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##CL#
Rodrigez darts in and clinches Ahonen up against the cage.#BC2#
Ahonen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ahonen dives in for a single leg takedown but Rodrigez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rodrigez wants to clinch up but Ahonen keeps it at a distance.
Ahonen keeps the fight on the outside.
Ahonen throws a half hearted mid kick.
A cross from Ahonen lands.
Ahonen shoots for a double leg takedown but Rodrigez sprawls well. He's pushed Ahonen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rodrigez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ahonen avoids it really well and circles away.
Ahonen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahonen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ahonen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ahonen throws a counter combo.
Ahonen misses with a hook.
Rodrigez is looking to counter the offense by Ahonen and move into the clinch.
Ahonen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rodrigez has time to react.
Ahonen lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rodrigez will feel that in the morning.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt
and Ahonen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigez with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ahonen to score with a decent uppercut.
Rodrigez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ahonen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good leg kick by Ahonen. #CL#
Rodrigez drives through and clinches with Ahonen against the cage.
Rodrigez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodrigez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ahonen avoids it.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ahonen taking a breather.
Rodrigez wants to stall.
Ahonen stalling.
Ahonen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A shot in the inside from Ahonen.
Rodrigez looking for a takedown.
Ahonen has Rodrigez pressed against the cage.
Ahonen lands with a short shot to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Rodrigez has a couple of punches blocked by Ahonen.
Ahonen is looking to take this one to the mat.#T3#
Ahonen is working Rodrigez over against the cage.
Ahonen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ahonen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rodrigez tries to pull guard but Ahonen won't allow it.
Rodrigez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rodrigez is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ahonen pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ahonen lands a right hand.
A bit of stalling here from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez blocks a body shot from Ahonen.
Ahonen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD2#
Ahonen is trying to trip Rodrigez. He has hold of a leg but Rodrigez is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ahonen persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ahonen lands a couple of digs.
Ahonen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodrigez is on top in guard. #REVR#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rodrigez accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodrigez trying to control but Ahonen is working from the bottom.
Ahonen is trying to control the position but Rodrigez postures up.
Rodrigez has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rodrigez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ahonen is looking to reverse the position.
Ahonen sneaks back into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manu Ahonen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Ahonen misses with a wild combination. #TD#
Rodrigez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Rodrigez controls the position.
Rodrigez trying to control the position but Ahonen is working away.
Rodrigez slows the pace down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahonen wants to get back to his feet but Rodrigez drags him back down.
Ahonen is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.
Rodrigez takes a little break here. Ahonen wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T1#
Rodrigez trying to control the action but Ahonen is working from the bottom.
Ahonen tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Rodrigez presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Ahonen wants to control but Rodrigez is having none of it.
Rodrigez lands with some strikes.#T2#
Rodrigez controlling the position easily from mount.
Ahonen regains half guard.
Ahonen is looking for a sweep. Rodrigez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodrigez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Rodrigez is stalling here. Ahonen is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rodrigez seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ahonen has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
You can see the frustration on Rodrigez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rodrigez being controlled for a moment. #T3#
Ahonen throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Rodrigez dodges the ground and pound from Ahonen.
Ahonen in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Rodrigez tries to buck Ahonen off but Ahonen is having none of it.
Ahonen is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodrigez regains half guard.#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.
Ahonen seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodrigez is staying active underneath Ahonen, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Ahonen is looking for a kimura but Rodrigez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ahonen to get the leverage. #SUB#
Rodrigez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodrigez gets full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Ahonen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rodrigez closes the distance and clinches up with Ahonen, looking for a takedown. Rodrigez pushes Ahonen against the cage but Ahonen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rodrigez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodrigez.
A lull in the action here.
Emanuel Rodrigez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ahonen regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ahonen looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1#
Rodrigez uses his free foot to push down on Ahonen's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ahonen.
Ahonen is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ahonen really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodrigez is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ahonen can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ahonen throwing hammer fists to the chest of Rodrigez. What's that going to do exactly?
Rodrigez avoids the attempt from Ahonen to control.
Rodrigez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Rodrigez working for a guillotine from mount but Ahonen is in no mood to give up. #T2#
Ahonen is squirming around, avoiding Rodrigez's attempts to control the action.
Rodrigez looking to ground and pound but Ahonen is blocking nicely.
Rodrigez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rodrigez scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Ahonen?
Ahonen slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Rodrigez missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Ahonen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Rodrigez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3##SUB2#
Ahonen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ahonen keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Rodrigez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ahonen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodrigez is working away from the top position though.
Ahonen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodrigez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodrigez's back!
Well, with Ahonen on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Rodrigez is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T4#
Rodrigez rolls, trying to escape but Ahonen keeps control of the position.
Rodrigez looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rodrigez is covering up but some of the strikes from Ahonen are getting through and doing damage.
Ahonen loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Rodrigez hold on?
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is in a bad position with Ahonen working for a choke. Rodrigez manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez had his way with Manu Ahonen in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Ahonen.
Ahonen postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Ahonen landing strikes.
Rodrigez wants to control but Ahonen postures up.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigez keeps working. #T1#
Rodrigez takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Ahonen trying to control the action but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Ahonen working away.
Ahonen working the ground and pound from side control.
Rodrigez managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ahonen.
Ahonen lands an elbow.
Rodrigez regains half guard.#T2#
Ahonen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Rodrigez's head.
Rodrigez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodrigez.
Ahonen preventing the sweep.
Ahonen distracts Rodrigez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ahonen chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Rodrigez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ahonen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ahonen works over Rodrigez with some ground and pound from guard.#T3##SU2#
Rodrigez is working an open guard so Ahonen takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ahonen.
Rodrigez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ahonen swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigez.
Ahonen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rodrigez takes one to the chin there.
Rodrigez takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ahonen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ahonen.
Rodrigez takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ahonen defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodrigez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ahonen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahonen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rodrigez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ahonen is looking to land body kicks.
Rodrigez changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.

And that's the end of the fight!
Manu Ahonen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ahonen 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 47:48
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 47:48
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manu Ahonen!
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 47: River of Deceit
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1##CL#
Rodrigez clinches up with Grena and pushes him back against the cage.
Grena has had enough of the clinch but Rodrigez keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Grena breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rodrigez checks a low kick from Grena.#CL#
Rodrigez takes the fight into the clinch.
Rodrigez is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD#
Rodrigez pulls guard.
Grena must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#ES#
Rodrigez has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Grena is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Grena is trying to pull guard but Rodrigez has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Rodrigez manages to break the clinch.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Grena shows good takedown defense.
Grena throws a counter combo.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Grena shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A punch combination from Rodrigez misses. #T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Grena or perhaps it was just good defense by Rodrigez, which made it look bad. #TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Grena napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grena wants to control but Rodrigez postures up.
You can see the frustration on Grena's face as Rodrigez controls the position.
Rodrigez gets to mount! Grena was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Rodrigez lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Rodrigez controlling the pace for now. #T2#
Grena tries to lock up and control but Rodrigez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodrigez controlling from mount.
Grena really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
BOOM! Rodrigez connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T3#
Rodrigez controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Rodrigez is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Grena has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Grena is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodrigez has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodrigez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Grena working to try and regain half guard. #SUB#
Grena tries to improve his position but Rodrigez has taken his back! Rodrigez has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Grena tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Rodrigez pushes Grena away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: Grunge 38: Tad
Date: Mar 14, 2021

#R1#
Rodrigez looks for a takedown but Shark sprawls well.
Rodrigez shoots for a takedown but Shark saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice body kick there by Shark.
Rodrigez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shark sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rodrigez somewhat.
Power Shark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Shark lunges at Rodrigez with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rodrigez's hand.
Rodrigez misses with a two punch combination.
Rodrigez throws a nice looking combination but Shark bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rodrigez swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Shark counters with a nice uppercut.
Shark thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rodrigez if he has to take too many more of those.
That kick from Shark tenderised Rodrigez's leg. Rodrigez is trying to keep his angry face on.
Shark scores with a push kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rodrigez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Shark lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rodrigez's sensitive parts.
Shark swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rodrigez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Shark. Shark obviously looking to wear him down.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez tries to clinch but Shark moves away
and Shark counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Shark thuds a left hand into Rodrigez's body.#T1#
Rodrigez blocks a head kick by Shark.
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shark pinned against the cage. Shark gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rodrigez misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rodrigez misses with a straight left.
A head kick misses from Shark.
Rodrigez shoots in but no luck this time.
Shark throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rodrigez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rodrigez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nice uppercut lands for Shark. That snapped Rodrigez's head back.
Shark misses with an attempted mid kick.
Power Shark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Shark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Shark counters by moving into the clinch.
Rodrigez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Shark's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Shark.
Shark is looking to slow Rodrigez down with leg kicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shark throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL2#
Rodrigez clinches up with Shark and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Shark pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Shark lands a head kick!
Rodrigez throws a combination that misses
and Shark counters with a nice body kick.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Shark sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Rodrigez looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Shark is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shark defends it well.
Rodrigez is pressing down on Shark's thigh, looking to free his foot. Shark is holding on for now. #T3#
Rodrigez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rodrigez prevents Shark from standing back up.
Rodrigez is trying to control the action in half guard but Shark is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full 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. Rodrigez connects with a nice short shot to Shark's temple.
Rodrigez tries to pass to full mount but Shark defends it.
Well, if Rodrigez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Let's hope that Rodrigez has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rodrigez is keen to just control but Shark is a slippery customer.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shark is trying to stand back up but Rodrigez is controlling him #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rodrigez tries to pull guard but Shark won't allow it.
Rodrigez jumps guard but Shark stands there with Rodrigez around his waist. Rodrigez gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Power Shark 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#
Shark lands with a slapping head kick.
Shark lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rodrigez's sensitive parts. #TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Rodrigez showed some decent athleticism there.
Rodrigez trying to control the action but Shark is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Rodrigez trying to control from half guard but Shark is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shark is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Rodrigez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shark sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Rodrigez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Rodrigez.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying to work for a kimura but Shark is defending well.
Rodrigez throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rodrigez wants to free his trapped foot but Shark is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodrigez stops Shark from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rodrigez fails to land the takedown.
Shark throws a nice head kick!
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shark pinned against the cage. Shark gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nice takedown defense from Shark. No joy for Rodrigez on that attempt.
Power Shark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Shark leaves Rodrigez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Shark digs a good hook to Rodrigez's body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Shark darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromShark.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
A nice leg kick from Shark, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rodrigez doesn't manage to clinch there - Shark circles away.
Shark fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rodrigez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
Shark scores with a head kick. #ROC#Rodrigez is rocked!
Shark misses with a head kick.
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Shark finish him?
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodrigez seems to have recovered his senses.
Whack! Shark lands a heavy head kick that drops Rodrigez. The ref tackles Shark to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Rodrigez was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Power Shark!
Power Shark thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 33: King Animal
Date: Feb 07, 2021

#R1#
Rodrigez misses with a head kick. #TD#
Rodrigez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodrigez lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rodrigez passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Rodrigez is putting a hurting on Longo here, landing some big shots from side control.
Rodrigez taking a breather here.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Longo, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Rodrigez thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
A lull in the action here as Rodrigez stalls from top position.
Rodrigez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SU#
Rodrigez decides to stand up, so the ref orders Longo to his feet. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Longo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rodrigez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Longo looks winded!#SUB#
Rodrigez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rodrigez staying calm.#T3#
Rodrigez advances to full mount.
Rodrigez landing strikes, looking to finish!
Rodrigez content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Rodrigez is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Longo can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Rodrigez lands a nice shot to the head.
Rodrigez content just to control the position here. #T4#
Rodrigez lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Rodrigez landing strikes from the mount.
Longo tries to lock up and control but Rodrigez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodrigez lands a couple of good shots and Longo has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Rodrigez is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Rodrigez working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Rodrigez biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Rodrigez connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Longo momentarily.
Rodrigez scores with a nice body kick. #TD#
Rodrigez shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Rodrigez passes to full mount! #SUB#
Rodrigez has control of Longo's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Longo regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Rodrigez with the ground and pound from mount.
Longo is breathing heavily.#T1#
Rodrigez controlling from the full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Longo's face.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Rodrigez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Rodrigez looking for a guillotine from mount but Longo is having none of it.
Rodrigez controlling the position easily from mount. #SU#
Rodrigez get's back to his feet.#T2##TD#
Rodrigez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Rodrigez is working to tighten his grip on Longo's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Longo has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Rodrigez is really squeezing tight and eventually Longo passes out! Rodrigez breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Emanuel Rodrigez!
A very excited looking Emanuel Rodrigez rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Grunge 30: Malfunkshun
Date: Jan 17, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Shashi looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rodrigez!

Rodrigez throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rodrigez is defended easily by Shashi.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rodrigez. #KD2#
Shashi sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Rodrigez to the ground! Shashi dives into full mount looking to finish!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Shashi wants to finish this one by submission but Rodrigez is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Shashi. #SUB2#
Shashi moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Rodrigez has worked his arm free - good work by Rodrigez! #SUB2#
Shashi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1##SUB2#
Shashi is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodrigez is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to half guard.#SU2#
Shashi decides to stand back up. #TD2#
Shashi shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rodrigez manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Shashi wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving. #T2#
Shashi tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodrigez is retaining full guard. #SU2#
Shashi stands up from Rodrigez's guard - Shashi perhaps looking for a knockout.
Shashi lands a head kick!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shashi shoots in and drives through. Rodrigez sprawls well.
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shashi defends it nicely.#T3#
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.
Shashi lands with a good body shot.
Shashi throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Shashi gets the takedown into side control.
Rodrigez manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Shashi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodrigez wanted to stand there but Shashi had control of the position.
Rodrigez forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Rodrigez lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Shashi is looking for a sweep. Rodrigez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodrigez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Shashi moves into full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Shashi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodrigez is aware though and is defending well.
Rodrigez is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cajetan Shashi dominated that round.
That's time! Rodrigez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Shashi dives in for a single leg takedown but Rodrigez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rodrigez looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#CL2#
Shashi closes the distance and clinches.
Rodrigez is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Shashi is keeping busy.
Shashi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Shashi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cajetan Shashi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shashi misses with a few strikes there.
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.
Shashi throws a counter combo.#CL2#
Shashi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rodrigez has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Shashi regains guard immediately.
Shashi trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Shashi throws some sloppy strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Shashi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodrigez trying to control but Shashi is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rodrigez lands a couple of elbows.
Rodrigez postures up and lands a big shot to Shashi's brow.
Rodrigez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Shashi 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.
Rodrigez tries to free his leg and advance position but Shashi is retaining full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Shashi 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#
Shashi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rodrigez is refusing to be controlled, as Shashi sits in half guard.
Rodrigez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodrigez.
Shashi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shashi tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodrigez is retaining full guard.
Rodrigez managing to control the position.
Rodrigez controls Shashi momentarily but Shashi frees himself. #T3#
Shashi trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Shashi throws a big right hand that misses.
Shashi looking to sit in guard and control but Rodrigez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Shashi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Shashi has his foot on Rodrigez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodrigez works his way back into a safe position though.
Rodrigez is working Shashi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Emanuel Rodrigez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Shashi working for a triangle but Rodrigez defends it easily.
Shashi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodrigez is one step ahead there.
Rodrigez tries to free his leg and advance position but Shashi is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Shashi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodrigez is aware though and is defending well.
Rodrigez has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Shashi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodrigez defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cajetan Shashi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Shashi closes the distance and clinches.
Rodrigez prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD2#
Shashi has clasped his hands together around Rodrigez's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Rodrigez wants to control the position but that's not easy when your opponent is in side control! Shashi seems to be going for some sort of submission here. Hard to say what - oh, it's a Brabo choke! He's got it! Rodrigez is tapping! Wow, great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Brabo Choke). Cajetan Shashi!
A victorious Cajetan Shashi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 28: Seaside Suicide
Date: Jan 03, 2021

#R1##TD#
Mason shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rodrigez napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rodrigez wants to get back to his feet.
Mason throws an elbow but Rodrigez slips to the side and avoids it well.
Rodrigez wants to control but Mason postures up.#SUB#
Mason thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rodrigez tries to buck Mason off but Mason is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mason throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Rodrigez is not content to let Mason control the position. #T1#
Rodrigez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mason wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mason misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ground and pound from Mason seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Mason is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mason is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodrigez trying to control but Mason flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T2#
Mason trying to control.#SUB#
Mason looking for the RNC.
Rodrigez looking very determined here, making life difficult for Mason. #SUB#
Mason looking to break Rodrigez's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Rodrigez remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Mason will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Mason has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Mason misses with a punch to the head. #SUB#
Mason working for the choke. #SUB#
Mason is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Rodrigez has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T3#
Rodrigez finds himself mounted whilst avoiding strikes.
Mason content just to control the position here.
Rodrigez's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Mason unloads with some shots from mount but Rodrigez bucks and avoids them well.
Mason trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mason sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mason tries to control but Rodrigez wriggling away.
Mason thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Mason misses with a head shot.
Mason thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Rodrigez avoids a series of strikes thrown by Mason.
Mason can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodrigez is looking to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES2#
Rodrigez somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bea Mason dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mason paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rodrigez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mason fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Mason circles away easily
and Mason counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mason is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Mason goes for a double leg but Rodrigez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rodrigez continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bea Mason. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Mason escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Rodrigez dives in and grabs Mason's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mason pushes down on Rodrigez's head and hops out.#CL#
Mason moves into the clinch.
Mason has Rodrigez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Rodrigez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigez is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mason is keeping busy.#T1#
Rodrigez content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Mason jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rodrigez walks away with a smile on his face. Mason gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD#
Mason bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Mason is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mason sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Rodrigez is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Bea Mason overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rodrigez can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Mason tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mason has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2##SUB#
Mason tries for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending well.
Mason wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy.
Mason wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling his arm.
Mason in the domination position with Rodrigez hanging on.
Rodrigez is continuing to stall.
Mason wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigez keeps working. #T3#
Rodrigez avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mason.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Rodrigez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mason 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.#SUB#
Mason has hold of Rodrigez's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Rodrigez tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Mason cranks the arm and Rodrigez screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Rodrigez, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bea Mason!
Bea Mason managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary, into his post fight interview.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 24: Jar of Flies
Date: Nov 29, 2020

#R1#
Rodrigez takes one to the side of the head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Benoit.
Benoit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rodrigez slips under a jab from Benoit.
Benoit throws a front kick that sends Rodrigez stumbling back into the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Benoit shows good takedown defense.
Rodrigez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
That kick from Benoit tenderised Rodrigez's leg. Rodrigez is trying to keep his angry face on.
Benoit scores with a leg kick.
Benoit tries to land a front kick but Rodrigez steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Benoit definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Benoit lands a leg kick that knocks Rodrigez off balance momentarily.
Rodrigez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Benoit swivels and escapes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Benoit digs a good hook to Rodrigez's body.
Rodrigez needs to keep his hands up - Benoit had a free shot at his head there.
The fighters circling - Benoit throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodrigez or perhaps it was just good defense by Benoit, which made it look bad.
Christ Benoit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.#T1#
Benoit connects with a solid leg kick.
Rodrigez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Benoit throws a big counter combination but Rodrigez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Benoit lands a leg kick that knocks Rodrigez off balance momentarily.#CL#
Rodrigez tries to keep at a distance but Benoit has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Rodrigez gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES#
Benoit makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#CL#
Benoit takes the fight into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Benoit pressing his opponent against the cage.
Benoit avoiding damage. #T2#
Benoit misses with some punches.
Benoit lands a nice uppercut.
Benoit has a couple of punches blocked by Rodrigez.
Benoit prevents the takedown attempt.
Benoit scores with a shot to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Rodrigez takes an elbow to the temple.
Rodrigez tries to pull guard but Benoit holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigez drops back down to his feet.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rodrigez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Benoit lands a nice knee to the body.
Benoit digs a right hand underneath Rodrigez's ribcage. Rodrigez let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3##BC2#
Rodrigez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Benoit stuffs the takedown attempt from Rodrigez. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet.
Rodrigez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Benoit scores with a push kick.
Benoit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Benoit defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rodrigez.
Benoit lands a body shot.
Rodrigez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Benoit counter with a right hand.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Benoit thumps Rodrigez with a low kick.
Rodrigez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rodrigez 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.
Benoit displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
Benoit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice inside leg kick there by Benoit. That's going to slow Rodrigez down.
A nice leg kick from Benoit, right into the meat of the thigh.
A chopping leg kick lands by Benoit.
Rodrigez walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Benoit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Benoit pinned against the cage. Benoit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Christ Benoit 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#
Benoit throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Nice cross by Benoit.
Benoit connects with a jab.
Christ Benoit is winning the standup battle so far.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Benoit scores with a nice head shot.
Benoit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rodrigez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Benoit connects with a body shot.
Benoit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rodrigez has time to react.#CL2#
Rodrigez drives through and clinches with Benoit against the cage.
Rodrigez avoids a wild elbow strike from Benoit.
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!
Rodrigez changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Benoit fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Benoit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Rodrigez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Benoit. Benoit obviously looking to wear him down.
Benoit scores with a decent looking hook.
Benoit digs a good body shot into Rodrigez's ribs.
A low kick lands for Benoit.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Benoit to counter with a crisp jab.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Benoit circles away easily
and Benoit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Christ Benoit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.#TD2#
Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown into Benoit's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Benoit trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer.
Benoit is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Benoit might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Benoit is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rodrigez is controlling him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benoit is controlling Rodrigez's posture.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Benoit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Benoit has Rodrigez pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Rodrigez takes one to the side of the head.
Benoit scores with a nice right hand.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Benoit paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rodrigez is defended easily by Benoit.
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Benoit pinned against the cage. Benoit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Emanuel Rodrigez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Benoit punishes Rodrigez's body with a nice straight punch.
Rodrigez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Benoit chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4##CL#
Benoit clinches up against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Benoit just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rodrigez's brow.
Benoit throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodrigez.
Benoit lands a shoulder strike.
Benoit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Benoit walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rodrigez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodrigez doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a takedown. Benoit tries to sprawl out of it but Rodrigez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Benoit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Benoit clinches with his opponent.
Benoit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rodrigez's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Christ Benoit dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Rodrigez takes one to the side of the head.
Benoit is looking to slow Rodrigez down with leg kicks.
Benoit connects with a jab.
Benoit works Rodrigez's body with a nice hook.
Benoit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Benoit is looking to slow Rodrigez down with leg kicks. #CL#
Benoit instigates a clinch.
Benoit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rodrigez wants a takedown but no success here.
Benoit misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benoit lands a nice uppercut.
Benoit lands a hook that snaps the head of Rodrigez 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!
Rodrigez blocking some punches.
Benoit doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Benoit lands a shot to the body.
Rodrigez wants to get back to striking at distance but Benoit won't allow it.
Benoit lands an elbow inside.
Rodrigez wants a takedown but no success here. #BC#
Benoit breaks the clinch.
Rodrigez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Benoit. Benoit obviously looking to wear him down.
Rodrigez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Benoit connects with a body shot that sends Rodrigez's belly button to the back.
Benoit with a nice calf kick.
Donk. Benoit catches Rodrigez right on the button with a cross.
Benoit bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rodrigez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Christ Benoit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rodrigez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Benoit's waist but Benoit gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodrigez off to one side. #T2##CL#
Benoit clinches.
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 short right from Benoit on the inside.
A short left from Benoit.
Benoit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Benoit scores with a nice hook to the head.
Christ Benoit has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Benoit manages to break the clinch.
Christ Benoit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Benoit moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Benoit shows good takedown defense.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Benoit sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
You can see that Rodrigez has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
A good leg kick by Benoit.
Christ Benoit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Benoit comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Benoit scores with a leg kick.
Benoit lands a slapping body shot.
Benoit stuffs the takedown attempt from Rodrigez. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet. #T3#
Rodrigez sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Benoit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Benoit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rodrigez at a distance.
Benoit bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Benoit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Benoit scores with a nice body kick. #CL#
Benoit has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rodrigez is trying to push Benoit away but Benoit has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Rodrigez looking for a takedown.
Rodrigez fails to pull the fight into his guard. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Benoit scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rodrigez has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Benoit.
Rodrigez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Benoit lands a nice uppercut.
Rodrigez goes for a takedown in the clinch but Benoit prevents it.
Benoit keeps control of Rodrigez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Benoit blocks an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Christ Benoit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Benoit 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:25
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:25
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Christ Benoit!
Christ Benoit seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 20: Kurt Was Murdered
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodrigez is looking to clinch but Shark is avoiding it.
Nice body kick there by Shark.
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shark counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD#
A big head kick from Shark and Rodrigez is sent sprawling to the canvas!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shark trying to stand up but can't free himself from Rodrigez's guard.
Rodrigez working a defensive guard here.
Rodrigez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Shark keeps moving. #T1#
Rodrigez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodrigez won't allow Shark to get back to his feet.
Rodrigez throws an elbow that misses. Shark uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rodrigez's guard. Nice move by Shark!#REVR#
Rodrigez working a defensive guard here.
Shark has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Rodrigez is proving hard to escape from.
Shark has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rodrigez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Shark preventing the sweep.
Rodrigez controlling the position.
Shark wants to get up but he can't break Rodrigez's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Rodrigez seems keen to control Shark's posture.
Rodrigez is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Rodrigez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shark defends well and Rodrigez ends up having to push Shark into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Shark definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rodrigez wants to clinch up but Shark keeps it at a distance.
Shark lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #CL#
Shark has managed to clinch. #BC#
Shark pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Shark misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Shark with the inside leg kick.
Shark getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Shark with a nice calf kick.
Shark misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid body kick from Shark.
Shark lands with a slapping head 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!
Shark with a jab.#T4#
Shark lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Shark.#ROC#Rodrigez is rocked!
Shark throws an overhand right that drops Rodrigez like a sack of potatoes! Shark dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Power Shark!
During a confident post fight interview, Power Shark thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 16: 9/11 Memorial
Date: Sep 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodrigez shoots in but no luck this time.
Shithouse turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2#
Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown into Shithouse's guard.#ES#
Shithouse has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Rodrigez is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Shithouse lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Shithouse lands an elbow just above Rodrigez 's eye.
Shithouse lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rodrigez backwards.
Rodrigez's coach down at Lovelair's MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Rodrigez's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
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!
Rodrigez is working for takedown but Shithouse is calmly controlling the position for now.
Shithouse 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.
Shithouse working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shithouse.
Rodrigez tries to pull guard but Shithouse holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigez drops back down to his feet.
Brick Shithouse has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Shithouse lands a shoulder strike.
Shithouse working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rodrigez goes for a takedown in the clinch but Shithouse prevents it. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Shithouse.
Shithouse trying to land knees to the body.
Shithouse makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rodrigez trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Rodrigez breaks the clinch.
A good leg kick by Shithouse.
Shithouse swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
so Rodrigez counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Shithouse wants to improve his position but instead Rodrigez has moved into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shithouse has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodrigez is working away from the top position though.
Shithouse gets full guard.
Shithouse pulls Rodrigez in to control the position. #T2#
Rodrigez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shithouse looking to control.
Shithouse being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodrigez wants to pass the guard but Shithouse is keeping the position.#SUB#
Shithouse is looking for a triangle but Rodrigez pushes his legs off easily.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Shithouse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Shithouse is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodrigez defends well.#T3#
Rodrigez with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Shithouse is on top in guard. #REVR#
Shithouse wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving.
Rodrigez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shithouse manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Rodrigez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Shithouse is trying to keep Rodrigez in close. #T4#
Shithouse pulls Rodrigez in close to prevent any damage.
Shithouse has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rodrigez passes Shithouse's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shithouse won't allow Rodrigez to pass to mount.
Shithouse wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping busy.
Rodrigez trying to control from half guard but Shithouse is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brick Shithouse dominated that round.
That's time! Shithouse's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Shithouse as he avoids it easily.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Shithouse counters with a straight right hand.
Shithouse misses with a wild body shot.
Shithouse dips to his left and cracks Rodrigez with an uppercut!
A low kick lands for Shithouse.
Rodrigez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Brick Shithouse has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Shithouse throws a leg kick but Rodrigez checks it.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Shithouse sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
It appears Shithouse was looking to counter with a kick there.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Shithouse circles away easily
letting Shithouse counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez shoots in but Shithouse avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Shithouse.#T1#
Shithouse on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rodrigez wants to clinch up but Shithouse keeps it at a distance.
Shithouse jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Brick Shithouse is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rodrigez wants to clinch.
Shithouse misses with an uppercut.
Brick Shithouse is winning the standup battle so far.
Rodrigez shoots in but Shithouse avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.
Rodrigez avoids a kick to the body.
Shithouse cracks Rodrigez with an open hand slap.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
and Shithouse counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Rodrigez gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Shithouse scores with a spinning back kick!
Shithouse is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez throws an off balance right hand
and Shithouse counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sloppy strikes from Shithouse. Those never looked like landing.
Shithouse throws a leg kick which misses Rodrigez's front leg but catches the back leg as Rodrigez tries to avoid it. #CL2#
Rodrigez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Shithouse lands with a left to the head.
Shithouse works on Rodrigez's body with a couple of short punches.
Rodrigez drops down looking for an ankle pick but Shithouse pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rodrigez looks for a takedown but Shithouse sprawls well.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Rodrigez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Shithouse is fending him off so far but Rodrigez persists. Nope, Shithouse circles away and we're back to standing.
Shithouse thows a body kick. Rodrigez tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Shithouse jabs at Rodrigez's body.#T3#
Rodrigez takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Shithouse lands with a right hand.
Jab, jab by Shithouse - just one landing.
Shithouse keeps Rodrigez at a distance using the push kick.
Rodrigez tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Shithouse lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rodrigez will feel that in the morning.
Rodrigez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #ROC#Rodrigez is rocked!
A shot to the liver by Shithouse. Beautiful body shot.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Shithouse counters with a left to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Shithouse as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shithouse bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Shithouse finish him?
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
letting Shithouse counter with a right hand. #T4#
Rodrigez has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Shithouse.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rodrigez crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Shithouse - the referee stops the clock and Rodrigez gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Shithouse. Rodrigez manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Emanuel Rodrigez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shithouse throws a series of punches but Rodrigez avoids them all with ease.
Shithouse displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
Shithouse throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rodrigez seems to have recovered his senses.
Shithouse connects with an inside leg kick.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown.
Shithouse tries to land a front kick but Rodrigez steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.
That kick from Shithouse tenderised Rodrigez's leg. Rodrigez is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rodrigez 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.

Brick Shithouse dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Shithouse.
Rodrigez swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Shithouse counters with an outside leg kick.
Rodrigez shoots in and drives through. Shithouse sprawls well.
Shithouse quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Shithouse counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rodrigez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Shithouse lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Shithouse connects with a solid leg kick.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rodrigez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brick Shithouse has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Shithouse displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shithouse connects with a solid leg kick.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shithouse comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Shithouse as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Shithouse connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rodrigez. Rodrigez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Shithouse fails to land with a series of punches.
Rodrigez on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rodrigez shoots and misses #KD#
and Shithouse counters with a nice right hand that sends Rodrigez toppling to the canvas! Rodrigez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Shithouse finish him?!
Rodrigez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Shithouse throws a monster overhand right that drops Rodrigez! Shithouse follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brick Shithouse!
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 11: Rusty Cage
Date: Jul 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodrigez closes the distance but Ferreira-Alves moves to the side
and Ferreira-Alves counters with a stiff right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rodrigez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A jab lands there for Ferreira-Alves.
Rodrigez tries a head kick but it misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ferreira-Alves.
Ferreira-Alves 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.
Ferreira-Alves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rodrigez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A combination from Ferreira-Alves does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez shoots in and drives through. Ferreira-Alves sprawls well.
Ferreira-Alves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rodrigez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Some wild striking there from Ferreira-Alves.
Ferreira-Alves throws a body punch but Rodrigez moves out of range. #T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Ferreira-Alves as he connects with a hook.
Ferreira-Alves throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rodrigez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ferreira-Alves defends it well.#CL2#
Rodrigez gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Ferreira-Alves's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ferreira-Alves just misses with a punch to the body.
Ferreira-Alves throws out a leg kick but Rodrigez moves out of range and Ferreira-Alves only half commits.
Rodrigez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ferreira-Alves but Ferreira-Alves pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ferreira-Alves fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rodrigez.
Rodrigez closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Ferreira-Alves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Felipe Ferreira-Alves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Ferreira-Alves thuds his right hand into Rodrigez's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
Rodrigez tries to clinch up
and Ferreira-Alves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferreira-Alves lands a body shot.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
letting Ferreira-Alves counter with a right hand.
Rodrigez throws a leg kick
letting Ferreira-Alves counter with a right hand. #ROC#Rodrigez is rocked!
Ferreira-Alves throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Rodrigez counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Ferreira-Alves breaks the clinch.
Ferreira-Alves fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rodrigez on the side of the head.
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Ferreira-Alves finish him?
Ferreira-Alves cracks Rodrigez with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Felipe Ferreira-Alves!
Felipe Ferreira-Alves really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLBENT/Cayman Islands Clothiers logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 9: Down in a Hole
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Syndal scores with a nice strike.
Rodrigez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Syndal checks the leg kick nicely there.
Syndal lands a jab to the nose.
Syndal dodges the punch combination from Rodrigez.
A little jabbing left from Syndal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Syndal throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rodrigez falls off balance throwing a combination
and Syndal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rodrigez wants to clinch.#T1#
Syndal wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Syndal napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Syndal is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Syndal keeps trying to improve his position.
Syndal wants to control but Rodrigez postures up.
Syndal is looking to reverse the position.#T2##SU#
Rodrigez decides to stand back up. Rodrigez steps back and let's Syndal get back to his feet.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Syndal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rodrigez shoots in and drives through. Syndal sprawls well.#CL#
Rodrigez forces Syndal back against the cage and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Syndal.
Rodrigez takes a shot to the head.
Syndal prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Syndal. #BC2#
Syndal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a takedown but Syndal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rodrigez's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Syndal throws out a counter right but Rodrigez avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Syndal circles away easily
and Syndal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rodrigez goes for a double leg but Syndal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Syndal continues to drive forward.
A nice side step and Syndal releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rodrigez tries to clinch but Syndal moves out of range.
Rodrigez is looking to land body kicks.
Syndal looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Syndal connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Syndal throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rodrigez has been working on his balance at Lovelair's MMA, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Syndal.
Syndal dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Syndal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#Rodrigez is rocked!
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Syndal counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maverick Syndal!
During a confident post fight interview, Maverick Syndal thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Grunge 6: Even Flow
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dick napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Rodrigez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rodrigez trying to control the position but Dick is working away.
Dick is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Rodrigez asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Dick is not content to let Rodrigez control the position. #ES2#
Dick throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Dick with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rodrigez counters with a nice uppercut.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Dick shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Dick shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rodrigez is trying to defend but Dick finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Rodrigez manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dick keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T1#
Rodrigez has Dick pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dick manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Rodrigez breaks from the clinch.
Rodrigez shoots for a double leg takedown but Dick sprawls well. He's pushed Rodrigez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dick circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
so Dick counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dick accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dick preventing the sweep.
Rodrigez looking to control.
Dick working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rodrigez wants to stand but Dick is controlling the position.
Rodrigez managing to control the position. #T2#
Dick throws a big elbow that misses.
Rodrigez looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Dick drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodrigez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodrigez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodrigez! #REVR#
Dick wants to get back to his feet but Rodrigez drags him back down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Rodrigez is trying to get an arm triangle but Dick is defending well.
Dick wants to get back to his feet.
Rodrigez wants to control but Dick is keeping him busy. #ES2#
Dick explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T3#
Dick looks for a takedown but Rodrigez sprawls well.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Dick bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Rodrigez sneaks out the side door and pushes Dick away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Dick shoots in looking for a takedown but Rodrigez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dick's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dick.
Dick keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rodrigez looks for a takedown but Dick sprawls well.#T4#
Dick stuffs the takedown attempt from Rodrigez. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet.
Dick tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Rodrigez gets the takedown into side control. #ES2#
Dick throws Rodrigez to one side and escapes!
Dick shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rodrigez defends it nicely.
Dick shoots in looking for a takedown. Rodrigez tries to sprawl out of it but Dick keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rodrigez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dick or perhaps it was just good defense by Rodrigez, which made it look bad.
Rodrigez fails to land the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nick Dick will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rodrigez looks for a takedown but Dick sprawls well.#TD2#
Dick is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rodrigez's half guard.
Dick thows a huge punch but Rodrigez dodges it nicely.
Rodrigez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dick is working away from the top position though.
Dick uses his free foot to push down on Rodrigez's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Rodrigez.
Dick is in the full mount, landing strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dick jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Rodrigez is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Rodrigez and Dick has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Check out the look on Dick's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Dick throws an elbow but Rodrigez slips to the side and avoids it well.#T1##SUB2#
Dick is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodrigez is defending well. #SUB2#
Dick swings around for an armbar but Rodrigez sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Dick's guard.#ES2#
Dick has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Rodrigez off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Dick takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Rodrigez throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Dick's head.
Dick fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rodrigez avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.
Dick displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Dick keeps the fight on the outside.
Dick darts in looking for a takedown but Rodrigez gets double underhooks and turns Dick into the cage.
Dick looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dick but Dick pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dick drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rodrigez defends it well.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rodrigez is defended easily by Dick.#CL#
Rodrigez has closed the distance and engaged Dick in a clinch. #T3#
Rodrigez is trying to drag Dick to the mat but Dick just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dick is looking for a takedown.
Dick is looking to take this one to the mat.
Rodrigez prevents the takedown attempt.
Rodrigez is struggling to control the position.
Rodrigez can't find room to land a body shot as Dick controls the action.
Dick tries for a takedown but Rodrigez manages to get underhooks.
Rodrigez prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC#
Rodrigez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodrigez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch successfully.
A bit of stalling here from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez lands an elbow just above Dick 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Nick Dick has been cut.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Dick manages to get underhooks. #TD2#
Dick turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Dick manages to end up in side control.
Dick tries to move into full mount but can't pass Rodrigez's legs.
Rodrigez avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dick.
Dick cracks Rodrigez with a big elbow.
Rodrigez can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nick Dick will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Nick Dick's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Dick fails to land the takedown.
Dick dives in for a single leg takedown but Rodrigez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch.
Rodrigez thuds his right hand into Dick's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rodrigez shoots in but no luck this time.
Dick fails with a takedown attempt.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Dick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Dick with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Dick tries to keep at a distance but Rodrigez has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Rodrigez manages to break the clinch.
Emanuel Rodrigez is winning the standup battle so far.#T1##TD#
Rodrigez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dick looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Dick tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Nick Dick has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rodrigez looking to control but Dick is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dick wants to try and get back to his feet.#ES2#
Dick bucks up and throws Rodrigez to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
Dick shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rodrigez defends it nicely.#T2#
Dick shoots in for a takedown but Rodrigez shows good takedown defense.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dick avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets caught napping as Dick dives in and scores a takedown. Rodrigez manages to retain guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dick takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rodrigez is controlling Dick's posture.
Dick missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rodrigez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dick is pushing down on Rodrigez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodrigez is fighting to maintain full guard but Dick has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dick wants to free his trapped foot but Rodrigez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodrigez tries to roll over but Dick keeps him under control.
Dick thows a huge punch but Rodrigez dodges it nicely.
Rodrigez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dick's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dick's back!#T3#
Rodrigez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Dick.
Dick is trying to get back to his feet but Rodrigez has full control of the position and if anything, Dick has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Dick wants to get back to his feet. He's half way up but Rodrigez drags him back down with a jolt, managing to get his forearm deep under Dick 's chin! Dick is in real trouble! His face is turning bright red and he's forced to tap! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Emanuel Rodrigez!
A victorious Emanuel Rodrigez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Grunge 4: Rainer Fog
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Shark misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shark chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Shark connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rodrigez. Rodrigez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rodrigez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
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.
Shark bucks up and tries to throw Rodrigez off but instead Rodrigez has got his back!#SUB2#
Rodrigez working for a choke but Shark is defending well.
Shark is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Rodrigez 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, Shark has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #T1#
Shark trying to get back to his feet but Rodrigez is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Shark is defending well though. Rodrigez let's go of the attempt for now.
Shark trying to get back to his feet but Rodrigez is in full control for now.
Rodrigez throwing sloppy strikes.
Will Rodrigez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Well, with Rodrigez on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Shark is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Shark is trying to stand back up.
Shark trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shark staying busy and making it hard for Rodrigez to control.
Rodrigez struggling to land strikes to the head as Shark covers up.
Shark is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Rodrigez struggling to land strikes to the head as Shark covers up.
Shark is trying to get back to his feet but Rodrigez has full control of the position and if anything, Shark has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Rodrigez is riding his opponent, not letting Shark buck him off. #T3##SUB2#
Shark preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Rodrigez.
Shark wants to get back to his feet.
Shark is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodrigez.
Shark grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. #T4#
Shark is trying to stand back up.
Rodrigez throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Shark is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Shark is keeping busy.
Shark is trying to get back to his feet but Rodrigez has full control of the position and if anything, Shark has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB2#
Rodrigez has got one arm under Shark's chin. This could be trouble... Shark trying to control the other hand but Rodrigez gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Shark has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez 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.
The defeated Power Shark had this to say: 'Bullshit!'.

Event: Grunge 1: Genesis
Date: Apr 20, 2020

#R1#
Roberts swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Roberts avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Roberts throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Roberts with a jab.
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Roberts pinned against the cage. Roberts gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rodrigez throws a poor cross that misses
and Roberts counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.
Roberts misses with a head kick.
Roberts swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigez.#T1#
Rodrigez fails with the takedown.
It looked like Roberts wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Max Roberts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Roberts stuffs the takedown.
Roberts misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rodrigez is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Rodrigez swinging wildly here.
Rodrigez slips a straight right by Roberts.
Rodrigez lands a head kick! #T2#
Roberts misses with an uppercut. Rodrigez saw that one coming.
Rodrigez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Roberts definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Roberts tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice shot by Roberts.
Rodrigez fails to land with a series of punches.
Rodrigez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Roberts can pounce on him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice sprawl there from Roberts as Rodrigez shoots in.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
and Roberts counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Roberts ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rodrigez fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Rodrigez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Roberts circles away.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Roberts paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Roberts lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rodrigez's sensitive parts. #CL2#
Rodrigez takes the fight into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Roberts.
Rodrigez blocks a body shot from Roberts.
Rodrigez letting Roberts take a breather here.
Roberts keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rodrigez's efforts to push away.#T4#
Rodrigez lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rodrigez fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Roberts tries to work over Rodrigez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Roberts tries to work over Rodrigez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rodrigez takes a shot to the head.
Rodrigez has Roberts pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Roberts manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Roberts creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Roberts lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rodrigez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Roberts dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rodrigez shoots and misses
and Roberts cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Roberts paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Rodrigez moves into range and clinches up with Roberts.
Roberts misses with a punch to the body.
Roberts tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Roberts has Rodrigez pushed against the cage.#BC2#
Rodrigez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roberts fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL2#
Rodrigez gets a clinch.
Rodrigez taking a breather. #T1#
Roberts lands with a left to the head.
Rodrigez is looking to take this one to the mat.
Roberts lands an elbow inside that Rodrigez shrugs off. #TD2#
Rodrigez jumps guard.
Roberts is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodrigez is pulling down on Roberts's head. It's preventing any offense from Roberts, at least for the moment.#T2#
Roberts not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position but Roberts postures up.
Roberts is pushing down on Rodrigez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodrigez is fighting to maintain full guard but Roberts has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodrigez gets back to full guard. #T3#
Rodrigez looking to control.
Roberts is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez pulls Roberts in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Roberts throws a leg kick which misses Rodrigez's front leg but catches the back leg as Rodrigez tries to avoid it.
Roberts lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rodrigez takes a step back to recover.
Roberts scores with a head kick.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Roberts sprawls well. Roberts wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet.
Roberts looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Max Roberts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.#T4#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Roberts sprawls well. Roberts wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet.
Roberts is looking to counter with head kicks.
Roberts keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Max Roberts is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Roberts just misses with a punch to the body.
Rodrigez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rodrigez moves out of range as Roberts strikes.
As Roberts backs off Rodrigez throws a huge counter combo but Roberts manages to avoid it all.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jab by Roberts.
Rodrigez misses with a kick to the body.
Roberts scores with a push kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Roberts dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt
letting Roberts counter with a right hand.
Rodrigez tries to land a front kick but Roberts steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD2#
Rodrigez scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Roberts makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Roberts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez looking to sit in guard and control but Roberts gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Rodrigez looking for subs off his back but Roberts has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Roberts is looking for a kimura but Rodrigez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Roberts to get the leverage. #T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodrigez trying to hold on to Roberts's head to control him but Roberts postures up. #SUB#
Roberts is trying to work for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending well.
Rodrigez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Roberts is looking for a kimura but Rodrigez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Roberts to get the leverage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Roberts is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodrigez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodrigez won't allow Roberts to pass to mount.
Roberts with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Roberts passes the guard and advances to mount!
Roberts controlling the pace for now.
Rodrigez holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Roberts tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip. #T3#
Roberts tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodrigez wants to hold on but Roberts pushes him away.
Roberts controlling from mount.
Rodrigez can't escape the position. #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.
Roberts wants to control but instead Rodrigez manages to regain half guard.
Roberts seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodrigez is looking to control Roberts's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodrigez avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roberts with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Roberts clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Roberts changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rodrigez doesn't manage to clinch there - Roberts circles away.
Rodrigez dives in and grabs Roberts's left leg, looking for a takedown. Roberts pushes down on Rodrigez's head and hops out.
Roberts feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Roberts misses with a straight right.
A thudding body kick lands there by Roberts!
Rodrigez blocks a head kick by Roberts.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Roberts shows good takedown defense.
Roberts scores with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez shoots in for a double leg but Roberts sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Roberts throws a counter high kick but Rodrigez was just alert enough to avoid it.
Max Roberts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Roberts scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Roberts jabs Rodrigez right on the nose. Rodrigez blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Roberts connects with an inside leg kick.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Roberts counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rodrigez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Roberts circles away.
Roberts lands a nice looking body kick.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Roberts as he avoids it easily.
Roberts tries a head kick but it misses.
Rodrigez tries to counter by closing the distance.
Roberts throws a head kick that Rodrigez semi-blocks.
Roberts lands with a nice body kick.
Roberts wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Roberts uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rodrigez has time to react.#T2#
Roberts wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rodrigez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Roberts misses with a head kick.
Roberts thuds a left hand into Rodrigez's body.
Roberts lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Roberts counters with a slapping leg kick.
Roberts lands with a hook. Rodrigez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rodrigez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Roberts swivels and escapes.
A little feinted left hand from Roberts on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Rodrigez has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rodrigez there as he acknowledges the shot.
Roberts scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Roberts scores with a jab to the body.
No luck for Rodrigez with that takedown attempt.
Roberts throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Rodrigez.
Roberts throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Roberts but Roberts pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rodrigez tries to clinch
and Roberts counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Roberts takes a swing at Rodrigez's ribcage but misses.
Roberts cracks Rodrigez with an open hand slap.
Rodrigez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roberts.
Roberts lands with a shot to the body.
Max Roberts 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!
Roberts misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Roberts pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch but Roberts is avoiding it.
Rodrigez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Roberts's waist but Roberts gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodrigez off to one side.
Rodrigez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roberts.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez takes a head kick and keeps coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Max Roberts had his way with Emanuel Rodrigez in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Roberts swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rodrigez tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rodrigez dives in for a single leg takedown but Roberts sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Roberts misses with an attempted mid kick. #TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in and bounces Roberts off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Roberts is pulling down on Rodrigez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodrigez, at least for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez trying to control but Roberts is working from the bottom.
Max Roberts overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Roberts is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Roberts is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Rodrigez stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Roberts throws up his legs and catches Rodrigez in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Rodrigez tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Roberts! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Max Roberts!
Max Roberts is the new welterweight champion!
Max Roberts thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 24, 2020

#R1#
Davis fails to land the takedown.
Davis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rodrigez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Davis throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Rodrigez counters with a single leg into guard. Davis didn't expect that.
Rodrigez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodrigez stopping the sweep attempt from Davis.
Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez throwing strikes but missing.
Davis working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Rodrigez sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Davis sprawls well. Davis wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet.
Davis is looking for the big counter here.
Davis misses with a takedown #CL#
and Rodrigez moves into the clinch.
Davis is looking for a takedown.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mark Davis.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Davis is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Rodrigez to keep the fight standing.
Stalling in the clinch from Rodrigez.
Davis tries to break the clinch but Rodrigez is controlling the position.
Rodrigez gets underhooks to prevent Davis's takedown attempt.
Rodrigez stalls. #TD#
Rodrigez is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Davis can't fight it off and eventually Rodrigez manages to take the fight to the floor. Davis looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Davis being controlled here, momentarily.
Davis can't keep his opponent in guard - Rodrigez advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Rodrigez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodrigez is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rodrigez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SU#
Rodrigez decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rodrigez slaps away a takedown attempt from Davis, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodrigez drops down looking for a counter takedown but Davis sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Rodrigez feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Rodrigez scoring with some ground and pound. #SU#
Rodrigez stands and steps away. Davis gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
Davis pushes Rodrigez up against the cage in a clinch.
Davis is working for takedown but Rodrigez is calmly controlling the position for now.
Davis looks winded!#TD#
Rodrigez has hold of one of Davis's legs. Davis is fighting the takedown attempt but Rodrigez gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Rodrigez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Davis looking for a sweep. Not yet Davis, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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##TD#
Davis gets caught napping as Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown. Davis manages to retain guard.
Rodrigez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Davis can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Davis's guard.
Davis tries to roll over but Rodrigez keeps him under control.
Rodrigez lands with a punch from half guard.
Rodrigez content to control rather than advance.
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. Rodrigez connects with a nice short shot to Davis's temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SU#
Rodrigez stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Davis to get to his feet. #TD#
Rodrigez shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Davis manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T1#
Rodrigez sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Davis is trying to control the position but Rodrigez postures up.
Davis can't keep his opponent in guard - Rodrigez advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Davis is trying to stand.
Davis is breathing heavily.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Rodrigez slows the pace down in half guard.
Davis moves into full guard.
Davis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SU#
Rodrigez decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD#
Rodrigez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Davis was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodrigez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Davis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodrigez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3##SUB2#
Davis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rodrigez controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rodrigez working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rodrigez controlling from the top position.
Rodrigez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#ES2#
Davis pushes Rodrigez off and gets back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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##CL2#
Rodrigez gets tackled into the cage by Davis. Davis maintains the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#TD#
Rodrigez works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Rodrigez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Davis trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez 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. #T1#
Rodrigez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Davis for as long as he can get away with.
Davis wants to stand up but Rodrigez is controlling him.
Rodrigez passes Davis's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rodrigez controlling the action here.
Davis tries to roll over but Rodrigez keeps him under control.
Rodrigez controlling the action here.
Rodrigez continues to stall.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Davis throws a leg kick #TD#
and Rodrigez counters with a single leg into guard. Davis didn't expect that.
Davis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rodrigez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Rodrigez advances position into side control!
Davis is looking for a sweep.
Davis on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Rodrigez in side control lands a decent elbow.
Rodrigez working the ground and pound.
Davis tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Rodrigez lands a decent elbow from side control.
Davis struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rodrigez has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Davis is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Rodrigez yanks on the arm and Davis is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Rodrigez.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Emanuel Rodrigez!
After the fight, Emanuel Rodrigez 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 10, 2020

#R1#
Rodrigez misses with a shot to the body
and Rodrigez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rodrigez tries to clinch up.
Rodrigez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Elkemenchi circles away.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Elkemenchi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
Evgeni Elkemenchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Elkemenchi.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt
and Elkemenchi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Elkemenchi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Elkemenchi lands a glancing blow to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Elkemenchi finish him?
Rodrigez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Elkemenchi counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Rodrigez out cold! What a finish! Elkemenchi is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Evgeni Elkemenchi!
Evgeni Elkemenchi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 23, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Rodrigez forces Lis back against the cage and clinches.
Come on Rodrigez - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Lis working hard to break the clinch.
Lis tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rodrigez smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Rodrigez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lis is working for takedown but Rodrigez is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Rodrigez lands a takedown into guard.
Rodrigez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lis looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodrigez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rodrigez prevents Lis from improving his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rodrigez lands a nice short elbow.#T1#
Rodrigez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lis trying to control but Rodrigez postures up.
Rodrigez thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lis wants to get back to his feet.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rodrigez lands a nice short elbow.
Rodrigez controlling the action here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lis wants to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodrigez. #T3#
Lis takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Rodrigez works to advance to full mount. Lis defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Rodrigez controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Rodrigez has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Rodrigez fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Rodrigez works his way to his opponent's back. #T4#
I would not like to be Lis right now.
Lis is breathing heavily.
Rodrigez is punishing Lis with some ground and pound.
Lis is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is looking for the choke from the back position but Lis is controlling his hands well.
Rodrigez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Lis doesn't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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#
Rodrigez connects with a high kick. #TD2#
Rodrigez drives through with a takedown into guard.
Rodrigez 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.
Lis controls Rodrigez momentarily but Rodrigez frees himself. #SU2#
Rodrigez gets to his feet. Lis looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Rodrigez connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lis instigates a clinch.
Lis is looking to control Rodrigez's arms but Rodrigez gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lis has his back to the cage.
Lis throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodrigez.
Lis has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rodrigez is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Rodrigez lands a takedown into guard.
Lis wants to get back to his feet but Rodrigez passes into half guard. #T1##REVR#
Lis is trying to get back to full guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rodrigez is taking a breather. Lis says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Rodrigez seems to be working for a kimura but Lis defends the submission attempt.#T2##SUB2#
Rodrigez wants to work for an arm triangle but Lis is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rodrigez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lis has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rodrigez landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Rodrigez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3##SUB2#
Rodrigez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lis sees it coming and defends easily.
Rodrigez controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lis has managed to free his arm - good work. #SU2#
Rodrigez postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Lis to stand up. #CL2#
Rodrigez instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Lis wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Rodrigez manages to pass to side control. #T4##REVR#
Rodrigez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SU2#
Rodrigez stands up from half guard.
Lis misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Rodrigez counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lis!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rodrigez content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Rodrigez passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lis!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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##TD2#
Rodrigez looking to score a takedown here. Lis is defending well but Rodrigez drives through and ends up in Lis's guard.
Rodrigez connects with a couple of short punches.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
Rodrigez clinches.
Lis tries to pull guard but Rodrigez forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Rodrigez gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SU2#
Rodrigez stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodrigez.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Lis is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rodrigez taking a breather here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides to take the fight back to the feet. #CL2#
Rodrigez rushes Lis and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3##BC2#
Rodrigez manages to break the clinch. #TD2#
Lis gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lis wants to get back to his feet but Rodrigez passes into half guard. #REVR#
Rodrigez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodrigez is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lis has hold of Rodrigez's hands but Rodrigez slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Rodrigez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Rodrigez.
Lis really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez is continuing to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emanuel Rodrigez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rodrigez 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 06, 2019

#R1#
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mordino tries to counter with a takedown but Rodrigez is quick to defend against it.
Rodrigez shoots in but Mordino avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mordino but Mordino pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Victor Mordino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez stuffs the takedown attempt from Mordino. Mordino gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Mordino clinches up with Rodrigez and pushes him back against the cage.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mordino is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodrigez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodrigez told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Mordino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mordino bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodrigez's guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mordino content to stall in guard here.
Rodrigez pulls Mordino in close to prevent any damage.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Mordino from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mordino sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodrigez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mordino is fighting to break Rodrigez's control of his arms but Rodrigez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mordino working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rodrigez keeping full guard, as Mordino tries to pass.
Rodrigez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Mordino seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Mordino lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Mordino closes the distance and clinches up with Rodrigez, looking for a takedown. Mordino pushes Rodrigez against the cage but Rodrigez circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mordino looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rodrigez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mordino tries to avoid it but Rodrigez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mordino to the ground. Mordino escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Rodrigez wants the takedown. Mordino is fighting it off but Rodrigez persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Mordino's guard against the cage.#SU2#
Rodrigez stands and steps away. Mordino gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Rodrigez dives in and grabs Mordino's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mordino pushes down on Rodrigez's head and hops out.
Mordino dives in for a single leg takedown but Rodrigez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mordino shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rodrigez sprawls well. Rodrigez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mordino gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
Mordino wants to land a leg kick but Rodrigez is out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Rodrigez has closed the distance and engaged Mordino in a clinch. #TD2#
Rodrigez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Mordino uses from the top position.
Mordino is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Mordino is looking to advance position but Rodrigez has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Mordino wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Rodrigez.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mordino wants to control but Rodrigez is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Emanuel Rodrigez will probably get the nod.
That's time! Mordino's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Mordino shoots and misses #CL2#
and Rodrigez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Rodrigez.
Mordino jumps guard but Rodrigez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Rodrigez drags the fight down to the ground.
Mordino 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodrigez is on top in guard. #REVB#
Mordino has his hands on Rodrigez's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Rodrigez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mordino managing to control the position.
Rodrigez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodrigez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rodrigez prevents Mordino from getting back to his feet.
Rodrigez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Rodrigez pushes Mordino up against the cage in a clinch.
Rodrigez has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mordino avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Mordino is trying to force a seperation but Rodrigez has the dominant position.
Mordino letting Rodrigez take a breather here.
Mordino tries to circle away but Rodrigez has him pinned against the cage.#T3#
Come on Rodrigez - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Rodrigez jumps guard but Mordino turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigez drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mordino pulls his leg out and moves away.
Victor Mordino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Mordino throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rodrigez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL2#
Rodrigez has Mordino up against the cage in a clinch.
Mordino looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Rodrigez has clasped his hands together around Mordino's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T4#
What's Mordino going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Mordino is looking to get back to his feet here but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's managed to take Mordino's back.
Rodrigez avoiding Mordino 's attempts to control his hands.
Rodrigez lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Mordino hold on?!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigez trying to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Rodrigez throws an overhand right that lands on Mordino's shoulder, as Mordino tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Rodrigez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mordino, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Rodrigez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
Rodrigez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mordino was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodrigez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Mordino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mordino 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SU2#
Mordino is working an open guard so Rodrigez takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T1#
Mordino throws out a leg kick but Rodrigez moves out of range and Mordino only half commits.
Rodrigez wants to counter with a clinch but Mordino pushes him away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mordino.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mordino or perhaps it was just good defense by Rodrigez, which made it look bad.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Rodrigez fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mordino to the ground. Rodrigez is now in Mordino's guard.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rodrigez slips nicely into half guard.
Rodrigez sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mordino defending well though.
Rodrigez scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Rodrigez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Rodrigez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mordino does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mordino is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Mordino moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rodrigez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mordino is keeping the position for now.
Rodrigez content to stall in guard here. #T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown into Mordino's guard.#ES#
Mordino pushes Rodrigez off and gets back to his feet.
Victor Mordino has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T4##CL2#
Rodrigez gets a clinch.
Rodrigez has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mordino is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mordino wants to break the clinch but can't.
Rodrigez blocks a body shot from Mordino.
Mordino goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Rodrigez is trying to trip Mordino. He has hold of a leg but Mordino is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Rodrigez persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES#
Mordino is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mordino drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emanuel Rodrigez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rodrigez 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emanuel Rodrigez!
In his post fight interview, Emanuel Rodrigez started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Underground 5
Date: Sep 29, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch.
Nambu tries to circle away but Rodrigez has him pinned against the cage.
Rodrigez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rodrigez is trying to force a seperation but Nambu has the dominant position.
Nambu has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rodrigez wants to take the fight to the mat but Nambu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nambu wants to break free but Rodrigez has control.
Rodrigez goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nambu prevents it.
Rodrigez wants to get back to striking at distance but Nambu won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez can't break the clinch.
Nambu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rodrigez.
Genri Nambu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.#BC#
Nambu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1##CL2#
Rodrigez clinches up with Nambu and pushes him back against the cage.
Nambu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Nambu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nambu displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
Nambu punishes Rodrigez's body with a nice straight punch.
Nambu connects with a body shot that sends Rodrigez's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Rodrigez darts in and clinches Nambu up against the cage.
Nambu tries to break the clinch but Rodrigez is controlling the position. #BC#
Nambu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nambu scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nambu throws a jab but it's blocked by Rodrigez.
Good exchange - Nambu coming out on top.
Nambu jabs Rodrigez to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nambu pinned against the cage. Nambu gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rodrigez with a poor takedown
and Nambu counters with a nice uppercut.
Nambu 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.
Nambu throws a looping overhand right but Rodrigez ducks down to avoid it.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nambu cracks Rodrigez with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nambu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rodrigez tries to clinch there but Nambu circles away. #TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nambu napping and manages to drive through into side control!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Nambu tries to escape but Rodrigez is in control. #T3##SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand up, so the ref orders Nambu to his feet.
Rodrigez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nambu avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt - Nambu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Rodrigez takes one to the side of the head.
Nambu thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nambu's guard.#ES#
Nambu is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Rodrigez presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nambu looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Nambu is trying to break free.
Nambu tries to break the clinch but Rodrigez is controlling the position. #TD2#
Rodrigez successfully pulls guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rodrigez has Nambu pulled in close to control his posture. #SU#
Nambu gets to his feet. Rodrigez looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt
and Nambu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nambu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rodrigez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Genri Nambu dominated that round.
That's time! Nambu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nambu throws a hook but Rodrigez avoids it easily.
Nambu displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nambu checks it well.
Nambu throwing a counter right hand but Rodrigez manages to avoid it.
Nambu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A big left from Nambu misses.
A swing and a miss from Nambu.
No luck for Rodrigez with that takedown attempt.
Rodrigez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nambu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.
Genri Nambu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez slips under a jab from Nambu.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Rodrigez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Rodrigez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rodrigez with a poor takedown
letting Nambu counter with a right hand.
Emanuel Rodrigez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Nambu misses.
Rodrigez unleashes a big counter combination but Nambu bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nambu lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nambu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Rodrigez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nambu, pushing him back against the cage.
Rodrigez is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC#
Nambu breaks from the clinch.
Nambu takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nambu lands a jab to the head.
Nambu leaves Rodrigez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2#
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a takedown. Nambu tries to sprawl out of it but Rodrigez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nambu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nambu was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A combination from Nambu does no damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nambu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nambu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rodrigez manages to avoid it.
Rodrigez tries to clinch but Nambu moves out of range.
Rodrigez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nambu counters with a stiff right hand.
Nambu connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nambu connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Genri Nambu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Nambu circles away easily
and Nambu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Nambu finish him?
Genri Nambu is winning the standup battle so far.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez seems to have recovered his senses.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.#T3#
Nambu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nambu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nambu 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.
Nambu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rodrigez ducks right into an uppercut from Nambu.
Nambu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2#
Rodrigez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nambu has had enough of the clinch but Rodrigez keeps him there for the moment.
Nambu blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Rodrigez manages to break the clinch.
Rodrigez looks to clinch
and Nambu counters with a straight right hand.
Nambu connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Rodrigez! He's out on his feet! Nambu rushes in and drops Rodrigez with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Genri Nambu!
Our winner, Genri Nambu, 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.
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: UnderGround 1
Date: Sep 07, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Glass rushes Rodrigez and presses him up against the cage.
Rodrigez can't get the takedown. #TD#
Rodrigez pulls guard.
Rodrigez has a closed guard, preventing Glass from standing up.
Glass won't allow Rodrigez to sweep him here.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Glass from controlling successfully.
Rodrigez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez keeping full guard, as Glass tries to pass. #T1#
Rodrigez has a closed guard, preventing Glass from standing up.
Glass must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Glass wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving.
Rodrigez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Glass counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Glass.#TD#
Rodrigez drives through with a takedown into Glass's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Rodrigez won't allow Glass to get back to his feet.
Rodrigez throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Glass works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2##SU#
Rodrigez stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Glass swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rodrigez.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Rodrigez showed some decent athleticism there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Rodrigez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Glass is just riding it out for now. Rodrigez eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez prevents Glass from improving his position.#T3#
Rodrigez with the ground and pound but Glass uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Glass looking to control.
Rodrigez is looking to work some ground and pound but Glass has wrist control.
Rodrigez stays in close to Glass's body and controls the position.
Rodrigez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Rodrigez lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4#
Rodrigez tries to move into full mount but can't pass Glass's legs.
Rodrigez staying calm.
Rodrigez misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Glass really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Rodrigez is working to tighten his grip on Glass's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Glass has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Rodrigez is really squeezing tight and eventually Glass passes out! Rodrigez breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez 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: KOTC 8 McCartney VS Adams 2
Date: Aug 17, 2019

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Second Name.
Rodrigez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Second Name.
Rodrigez swinging wildly here.
Second Name misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets the takedown into side control.
Second Name is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Rodrigez asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Second Name!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Second Name keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rodrigez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Second Name gets back to half guard.#T1#
Rodrigez controlling the action here.
Rodrigez scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Second Name doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rodrigez.
Second Name is trying to control but can't. #SU2#
Rodrigez decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Second Name shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rodrigez pinned against the cage. Rodrigez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Second Name is trying to defend but Rodrigez finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Rodrigez seems to be working for a kimura but Second Name defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Rodrigez wants to work for an arm triangle but Second Name is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rodrigez controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rodrigez prevents Second Name from improving his position.#T3#
Rodrigez drops an elbow to the side of Second Name's head. #SUB#
Second Name looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Second Name is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily.
Rodrigez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Second Name tries to get to full guard but Rodrigez has control of the leg. #SUB#
Second Name is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodrigez slips a nice elbow through Second Name's hands, connecting with Second Name's forehead.
Second Name tries to get to full guard but Rodrigez has control of the leg.
Rodrigez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Let's hope that Rodrigez has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Second Name is defended easily by Rodrigez.#TD#
Second Name looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rodrigez!#ES2#
Rodrigez throws Second Name to one side and escapes!
Second Name moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Rodrigez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Second Name gets caught napping as Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown. Second Name manages to retain guard.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rodrigez stays in close to Second Name's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Second Name working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Rodrigez has passed into half guard! #T1#
Second Name is looking to control Rodrigez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Second Name avoid being mounted?
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Rodrigez. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#SUB#
Second Name looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Rodrigez seems content to control.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Second Name plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#TD2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T2#
Rodrigez trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Second Name has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Second Name is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily.
Rodrigez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Second Name looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Second Name tries to roll over but Rodrigez keeps him under control.
Rodrigez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rodrigez prevents Second Name from improving his position.
Second Name is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodrigez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodrigez's back!#SUB#
Second Name is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Rodrigez has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Second Name 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, Rodrigez has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #T4#
Second Name is hanging on to Rodrigez's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
Rodrigez fending off the submission attempt from Second Name.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to his feet but Second Name has full control of the position and if anything, Rodrigez has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Rodrigez just trying to survive but Second Name is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Rodrigez staying busy and making it hard for Second Name to control.
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 First Name Second Name 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##TD2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Second Name did well to prevent Rodrigez getting side control.
Second Name is looking for a sweep. Rodrigez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Rodrigez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Second Name trying to hold on to Rodrigez's head to control him but Rodrigez postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Second Name looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Second Name is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Rodrigez 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. #T1#
Rodrigez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodrigez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Second Name is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rio Fight Academy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Second Name wants to improve his position but Rodrigez is controlling well.
Second Name trying to control from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Rodrigez lands with a punch from half guard.
Second Name is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodrigez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Second Name is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodrigez controlling the action here. #T3#
Second Name is trying to stand back up but Rodrigez is controlling him #SUB#
Second Name looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rodrigez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Rodrigez fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Second Name sprawls well initially but Rodrigez persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Second Name is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Second Name is just riding it out for now. Rodrigez eventually gives up the hold.
Second Name trying to control from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Rodrigez seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Second Name is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez 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: EFC Maeda vs Petrone
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Yonic leaves Rodrigez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rodrigez misses with a wild combination. #TD2#
Yonic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Yonic lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Yonic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Yonic working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Yonic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position but Yonic postures up.
Yonic is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Yonic. #T1#
Yonic chips away with some ground and pound.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez trying to keep a closed guard but Yonic is proving a slippery customer.
Rodrigez keeping full guard, as Yonic tries to pass. #SUB#
Rodrigez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yonic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodrigez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Rodrigez tries to free his leg and advance position but Yonic is retaining full guard. #T2#
Yonic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Yonic trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Yonic scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rodrigez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Yonic trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Rodrigez manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rodrigez working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rodrigez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Yonic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodrigez working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Rodrigez trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Yonic manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Yonic with a nice head shot there.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Yonic from controlling successfully.
Yonic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodrigez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Rodrigez is trying to keep Yonic in close.
Yonic keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Yonic preventing the sweep.
Yonic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Yonic won't allow Rodrigez to sweep him here. #T4#
Yonic postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Yonic with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yonic is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Rodrigez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yonic is aware though and is defending well.
Yonic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Yonic stands up over Rodrigez, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Yonic postures up.
Rodrigez wants to sweep but no luck.
Yonic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rodrigez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yonic lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Yonic lands a couple of digs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Yonic 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#
Rodrigez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rodrigez shoots in for a double leg but Yonic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Yonic closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rodrigez quickly recovers to half guard.
Yonic trying to control the action but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Yonic prevents Rodrigez from improving his position.
Yonic wants to free his trapped foot but Rodrigez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodrigez is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Rodrigez avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Yonic. #T1#
Yonic seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Yonic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Rodrigez is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Yonic scores with a couple of nice shots.
Yonic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Yonic wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy.
Rodrigez is looking to control Yonic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodrigez avoid being mounted?
Rodrigez tries to kick Yonic off but Yonic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Yonic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nice strikes from Yonic there.
Rodrigez wants to improve his position but Yonic is controlling well.
Rodrigez keeping control of the position. #T2#
Yonic wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy.
Yonic lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Yonic working the head and body with strikes.
Yonic working the head and body with strikes.
Yonic winds up and cracks Rodrigez with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
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. Yonic connects with a nice short shot to Rodrigez's temple. #ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Yonic winds up and cracks Rodrigez with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Oh Rodrigez is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Yonic drops an elbow to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Yonic thows a huge punch but Rodrigez dodges it nicely.
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!
Yonic is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Rodrigez is hurt! He's hurt bad - Yonic fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Rodrigez from any more punishment! Congratulations to Yonic! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marcus Yonic!
Marcus Yonic thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: EFC Pulu vs Izmir
Date: Jun 08, 2019

#R1#
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch but Thighpunch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Thighpunch sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Thighpunch has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rodrigez is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Thighpunch slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodrigez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
Thighpunch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Left hook, right uppercut from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigez throws a sloppy head kick and Thighpunch moves out of range easily.
A jab lands there for Thighpunch.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Rodrigez takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rodrigez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rodrigez moves away.
A slow jab from Thighpunch misses its intended target.
Rodrigez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Thighpunch scores with a jab. Rodrigez acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Rodrigez feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Rodrigez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Thighpunch working a defensive guard here.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rodrigez throws a big elbow that misses. #SU#
Thighpunch is working an open guard so Rodrigez takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Rodrigez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Rodrigez moves into range and clinches up with Thighpunch.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Rodrigez gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Rodrigez is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Rodrigez throws a big right hand that misses.
Rodrigez is looking to work some ground and pound but Thighpunch has wrist control.#SUB#
Rodrigez drops back, looking for a kneebar! Thighpunch looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Thighpunch looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Thighpunch! #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez struggling a bit here.#T4#
Thighpunch is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Rodrigez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thighpunch tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Thighpunch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Butch Thighpunch 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#
Rodrigez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rodrigez goes for a double leg but Thighpunch avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thighpunch continues to drive forward.
Rodrigez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Emanuel Rodrigez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodrigez or perhaps it was just good defense by Thighpunch, which made it look bad.
Thighpunch throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch scores with a nice head shot.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rodrigez wants to clinch but Thighpunch slips to the side
and Thighpunch counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Thighpunch! Rodrigez is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: EFC Gozen vs Matsuoka
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1##CL#
Rodrigez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rua, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Rua escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rua slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodrigez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodrigez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rodrigez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rua swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rodrigez walks into a left hand.
Rodrigez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rua looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Rua 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.
Rodrigez drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Rua lands a nice looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick misses from Rodrigez.
A little jabbing left from Rua on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rua looks to land a right hand but Rodrigez moved out of range.#T1#
Rodrigez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rua paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've been informed that Rua 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.
Rodrigez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rua manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nice straight punches there by Rua. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rua.
Rodrigez tries to clinch up but Rua circles away and keeps his distance.
Rua jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rodrigez darts in trying to clinch#KD2#
and Rua counters with a nice right hand that sends Rodrigez toppling to the canvas! Rodrigez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Rua finish him?!#ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rua fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Rodrigez out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Jao Rua!
Jao Rua decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: EFC Tronstone vs Goldstein
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodrigez lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez looking to sit in guard and control but Steinheiser gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Steinheiser pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now.
Rodrigez is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Steinheiser is controlling him.
Steinheiser throws a big elbow that misses.
Rodrigez controls Steinheiser momentarily but Steinheiser frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rodrigez throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez pulls Steinheiser in close to his closed guard and prevents Steinheiser from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Steinheiser from controlling successfully.
Steinheiser throws an elbow that misses. Rodrigez uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Steinheiser's guard. Nice move by Rodrigez!#REVB#
Rodrigez trying to control but Steinheiser is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max). Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Rodrigez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Rodrigez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Steinheiser keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodrigez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Steinheiser haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Steinheiser is pulling down on Rodrigez's head to control his posture.
Rodrigez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steinheiser swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Steinheiser keeps moving.
Steinheiser pulls Rodrigez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodrigez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Steinheiser is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD#
Steinheiser drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steinheiser throws an elbow that misses. Rodrigez uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Steinheiser's guard. Nice move by Rodrigez!#REVB#
Rodrigez passes into half guard.
Steinheiser wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Steinheiser is controlling Rodrigez's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rodrigez is thwarting Steinheiser's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Rodrigez missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Rodrigez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodrigez wants to control but Steinheiser is keeping him busy.
Rodrigez content to control rather than advance.
Steinheiser has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodrigez is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steinheiser is doing well to control the position and prevent Rodrigez from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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#
Rodrigez misses with a right hand #TD#
and Steinheiser decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rodrigez's guard.
Steinheiser throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rodrigez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Steinheiser accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rodrigez is pulling down on Steinheiser's head. It's preventing any offense from Steinheiser, at least for the moment.
Steinheiser throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rodrigez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Steinheiser has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Steinheiser lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steinheiser in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rodrigez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Steinheiser being controlled here momentarily.
Steinheiser is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Steinheiser throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rodrigez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Steinheiser trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Steinheiser throws a big elbow that misses.
Steinheiser won't allow Rodrigez to sweep him here.
Steinheiser working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Steinheiser throws a strike but Rodrigez rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Steinheiser keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
Steinheiser can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodrigez controls the pace.
Rodrigez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steinheiser swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Steinheiser has control of Rodrigez's left arm, preventing Rodrigez from doing any damage.
Rodrigez makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Steinheiser is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Rodrigez works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigez trying to work for an americana but Steinheiser has managed to regain full guard.
Steinheiser controlling Rodrigez's posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Steinheiser shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rodrigez sprawls well. Rodrigez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Steinheiser gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Rodrigez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Steinheiser tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rodrigez is in Steinheiser's guard.
Steinheiser has a closed guard, preventing Rodrigez from standing up.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Steinheiser is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Steinheiser is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodrigez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steinheiser is keeping the position for now.
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 Lynn Steinheiser will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Steinheiser slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodrigez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Steinheiser attempts a counter takedown but Rodrigez avoids it well and moves away.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Steinheiser shoots for a takedown but Rodrigez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rodrigez throws out a counter right but Steinheiser avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Rodrigez rushes Steinheiser and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Rodrigez manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez has momentary wrist control but Steinheiser slips an elbow through the middle.
Steinheiser throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Steinheiser throws a big elbow that misses.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Steinheiser from controlling successfully.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position but Steinheiser postures up. #T1#
Steinheiser throwing strikes from guard but Rodrigez blocks nicely.
Steinheiser lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position but Steinheiser postures up.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Steinheiser from controlling successfully.
Steinheiser throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rodrigez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Steinheiser preventing the sweep.
Steinheiser looking to sit in guard and control but Rodrigez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Steinheiser has control of Rodrigez's left arm, preventing Rodrigez from doing any damage. #T2#
Steinheiser wants to sweep here but Rodrigez controlling him for the moment.
Steinheiser is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Steinheiser keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##CL2#
Rodrigez has closed the distance and engaged Steinheiser in a clinch.
Steinheiser has Rodrigez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Rodrigez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigez has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Steinheiser is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Rodrigez has clasped his hands together around Steinheiser's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Steinheiser is letting Rodrigez control him for a moment.
Steinheiser is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.
You can see the frustration on Steinheiser's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Rodrigez remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Rodrigez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rodrigez tries to advance to mount but Steinheiser instead regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigez trying to control the action but Steinheiser is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emanuel Rodrigez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rodrigez 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emanuel Rodrigez!
During a confident post fight interview, Emanuel Rodrigez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Lynn Steinheiser was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm calling for a review of this fight! This faggot kept sticking his finger in my asshole!!! Who the hell can fight effectively while getting fingered in their asshole??? I did not like that at all ... though it felt good, but that is besides the point! A distraction is a DISTRACTION!!! '.

Event: EFC Fujiwara vs Mir (NC)
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Kuznetsov. That's going to slow Rodrigez down.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Rodrigez goes for a double leg but Kuznetsov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kuznetsov continues to drive forward.
Kuznetsov throws a counter high kick but Rodrigez was just alert enough to avoid it.
Rodrigez moves in looking to clinch but Kuznetsov pushes him off.
Rodrigez wants to clinch but Kuznetsov slips to the side
and Kuznetsov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez darts in trying to clinch
and Kuznetsov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kuznetsov scores with a spinning back kick!
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Kuznetsov! Rodrigez is out on his feet! Kuznetsov rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Rodrigez is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Rodrigez is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nikolai Kuznetsov!
A less than humble Nikolai Kuznetsov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: EFC Matusov vs Rodriqez
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Matusov shoots in but no luck this time.
And Rodrigez tries to counter it with a takedown but Matusov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Matusov dives in and grabs Rodrigez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rodrigez pushes down on Matusov's head and hops out.
Matusov has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boris Matusov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Rodrigez tries to sprawl but Matusov drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Matusov is working for an americana but Rodrigez has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Matusov was thinking about the submission.
Matusov wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving. #SUB#
Matusov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodrigez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodrigez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodrigez! #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez trying to control the action but Matusov is working from the bottom.
Matusov is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Matusov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Matusov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily.
Matusov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodrigez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodrigez's back!#SUB#
Rodrigez preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Matusov.
Rodrigez looking to control the position. #SUB#
Matusov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Rodrigez staying busy and making it hard for Matusov to control.
Rodrigez tries to roll but Matusov sticks to his back. #T2##SUB#
Matusov is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Rodrigez has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Matusov is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Rodrigez knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Rodrigez for a finish.
Rodrigez tries to roll but Matusov sticks to his back.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Matusov keeps control of the position easily here as Rodrigez tries to buck him off. #SUB#
Matusov working for a choke but Rodrigez is defending well.
Rodrigez looking very determined here, making life difficult for Matusov. #T3#
We've been informed that Rodrigez has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Rodrigez 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 Matusov gets his way! #SUB#
Matusov is persistently looking for the submission but Rodrigez is defending it well. #SUB#
Matusov is looking for the choke from the back position but Rodrigez is controlling his hands well. #T4#
Matusov is looking to control Rodrigez but Rodrigez is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB#
Matusov looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Matusov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Rodrigez is defending well though. Matusov let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Rodrigez defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Matusov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez tries to free his leg and advance position but Matusov is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Matusov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Matusov keeping full guard, as Rodrigez tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Matusov dominated that round.
That's time! Matusov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Matusov tries for a takedown but Rodrigez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Matusov has a takedown stuffed.
Matusov avoids the body shot from Rodrigez. #TD#
Rodrigez tries to sprawl but Matusov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Matusov trying to mount his opponent but Rodrigez defends it.
Rodrigez is trying to stand back up but Matusov is controlling him
Rodrigez tries to get to full guard but Matusov has control of the leg.
Matusov wants to take a breather but Rodrigez is having none of it.
Matusov wants to pass the guard but Rodrigez is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matusov controlling the action here.#SUB#
Matusov is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Rodrigez as he works his way to full guard. #T1#
Rodrigez will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Matusov stands and throws Rodrigez's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Matusov tries to move to mount but Rodrigez blocks the move with his legs.
Matusov moves into full mount! #SUB#
Matusov goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Rodrigez turns into him and now he's in Matusov's guard.
Rodrigez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Matusov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rodrigez wants to stand but Matusov has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2#
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Matusov keeps moving.
Rodrigez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez looking to sit in guard and control but Matusov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Matusov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Matusov forces his way into half guard.
Rodrigez wants to get back to full guard.
Matusov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigez keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Matusov is trying to work for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending well. #SUB#
Matusov is working for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Matusov is looking for a kimura here.
Rodrigez is trying to stand back up but Matusov is controlling him #SUB#
Rodrigez is defending against the submission attempts here by Matusov. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Rodrigez is not content to let Matusov control the position.#SUB#
Matusov is working for an americana but Rodrigez has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Matusov was thinking about the submission.
Rodrigez wants to sweep here but Matusov controlling him for the moment.
Matusov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matusov pushing down on Rodrigez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Matusov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Matusov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Matusov showed some decent athleticism there.
Matusov is trying to control. Rodrigez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boris Matusov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Matusov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Matusov is working hard here to advance position.
Matusov passes the guard and advances to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez is trying desperately to improve position.
Rodrigez is squirming around, avoiding Matusov's attempts to control the action. #T1##SUB#
Matusov goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Rodrigez turns into him and now he's in Matusov's guard.
Rodrigez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matusov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodrigez stands and throws Matusov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Rodrigez trying to control the action but Matusov is working from the bottom.
Matusov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Matusov prevents Rodrigez from improving position.
Matusov is trying to get back to half guard.
Matusov wants to control but Rodrigez postures up.
Rodrigez trying to control the position but Matusov is working away. #SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand up, so the ref orders Matusov to his feet.
Matusov dives in and grabs Rodrigez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rodrigez pushes down on Matusov's head and hops out.#TD2#
Rodrigez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Matusov is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Matusov is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.
Matusov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Matusov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand back up.
Rodrigez misses the jab.
Matusov goes for a double leg but Rodrigez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rodrigez continues to drive forward.
Rodrigez with the counter takedown but Matusov avoids it easily.
Matusov closes the distance and clinches up with Rodrigez, looking for a takedown. Matusov pushes Rodrigez against the cage but Rodrigez circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boris Matusov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Matusov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Matusov prevents Rodrigez from improving his position.#T4#
Rodrigez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Matusov wants to pass the guard but Rodrigez is keeping the position.
Rodrigez wants to sweep but no luck. #ES2#
Rodrigez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Matusov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Matusov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rodrigez avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Matusov pulls guard effortlessly.
Matusov wants to sweep but no luck.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Matusov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodrigez is aware though and is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emanuel Rodrigez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Matusov 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boris Matusov!
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: RFC NYE
Date: Dec 31, 2018

#R1##TD#
Rodrigez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rua on his heels. He'll look to pass Rua's guard now, I'm sure.
Rua looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Rua looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Rua working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodrigez is one step ahead there.
Rodrigez being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Rua has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodrigez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Rua keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Rua has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodrigez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rua is trying to control the position but Rodrigez postures up. #SUB2#
Rodrigez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rua has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodrigez has managed to get both his arms back between Rua's legs - danger averted.
Rua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodrigez's guard. #REVB#
Rodrigez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rua wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodrigez is retaining full guard.
Rodrigez looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Rodrigez is controlling Rua's posture.#ES#
Rodrigez has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Rua has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Rua breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Rodrigez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodrigez lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rua trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer.
Rua 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#
Rua is looking for a triangle but Rodrigez pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodrigez postures up in Rua's guard and throws a big left but Rua blocks it.
Rodrigez postures up. #SUB2#
Rua had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodrigez defends it easily.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck.
Rua manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodrigez manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodrigez holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
Rua not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodrigez working a defensive guard here.
Rua pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Rua lying in Rodrigez's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Rodrigez decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Rua taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Emanuel Rodrigez!
A relieved looking Emanuel Rodrigez 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2018

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kankunnen shoots in for a double leg but Rodrigez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kankunnen has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rodrigez is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kankunnen shoots in for a takedown but Rodrigez shows good takedown defense.
Kankunnen fails with the takedown.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tori Kankunnen.
Kankunnen throws a sloppy head kick and Rodrigez moves out of range easily.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kankunnen as he avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in and bounces Kankunnen off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Rodrigez is standing up over Kankunnen. Kankunnen looks to escape but Rodrigez dives into side control. #T1##REVB#
Rodrigez 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 Kankunnen's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB#
Rodrigez tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rodrigez working away.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Kankunnen is not content to let Rodrigez control the position. #T2#
Kankunnen is looking for a sweep.
Kankunnen is letting Rodrigez control him for a moment.
Rodrigez looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Kankunnen can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodrigez taking a breather here.
Kankunnen is not content to let Rodrigez control the position. #T3#
Rodrigez controls the position.
Kankunnen is trying to control Rodrigez's posture but Rodrigez avoids it.
Rodrigez scoring with punches from side control.
Rodrigez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kankunnen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kankunnen is working to avoid the ground and pound but Rodrigez connects with a decent elbow. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kankunnen prevents Rodrigez from moving into mount. #SUB#
Rodrigez is trying to get an arm triangle but Kankunnen is defending well. #SUB#
Rodrigez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kankunnen, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kankunnen is looking to reverse the position.
Rodrigez wants to control but Kankunnen is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kankunnen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez 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#
Rodrigez leaves Kankunnen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Rodrigez scores with a takedown into Kankunnen's guard.
Rodrigez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kankunnen can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodrigez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kankunnen for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigez thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kankunnen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodrigez is one step ahead there. #T1#
Rodrigez forces his way into half guard.
Rodrigez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kankunnen keeps working.
Kankunnen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kankunnen.
Kankunnen is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Rodrigez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Kankunnen keeps moving. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kankunnen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodrigez controls the pace.
Rodrigez loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kankunnen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rodrigez trying to control but Kankunnen is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Rodrigez postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Rodrigez looks for a takedown but Kankunnen sprawls well.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in and gets a takedown into Kankunnen's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kankunnen 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.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kankunnen can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kankunnen keeping full guard, as Rodrigez tries to pass. #T3#
Kankunnen looking for a sweep. Not yet Kankunnen, not yet.
Kankunnen keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
Kankunnen being controlled here, momentarily.
Kankunnen keeping full guard, as Rodrigez tries to pass.
Kankunnen working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from Kankunnen as Rodrigez shoots in.
Kankunnen dodges the punch combination from Rodrigez.
Kankunnen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rodrigez's waist but Rodrigez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kankunnen off to one side. #TD#
Rodrigez darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Rodrigez wants to control but Kankunnen is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
Rodrigez stands up and beckons Kankunnen to join him on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez dominated that second 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
A head kick misses from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Kankunnen sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kankunnen goes for a double leg but Rodrigez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rodrigez continues to drive forward.
Rodrigez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kankunnen.
Kankunnen with the counter takedown but Rodrigez avoids it easily.
Kankunnen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodrigez looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kankunnen shoots in looking for a takedown. Rodrigez tries to sprawl out of it but Kankunnen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rodrigez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodrigez attempts a counter takedown but Kankunnen avoids it well and moves away.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tori Kankunnen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rodrigez closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kankunnen's guard.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Kankunnen keeps moving. #T1#
Kankunnen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kankunnen looking for a sweep. Not yet Kankunnen, not yet.
Rodrigez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodrigez passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SU#
Rodrigez stands up and beckons Kankunnen to his feet. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rodrigez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kankunnen tries to escape but Rodrigez is in control.
Kankunnen is letting Rodrigez control him for a moment.
Kankunnen regains half guard.
Rodrigez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kankunnen is trying to maintain the position but Rodrigez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodrigez not doing much here. #T3#
Rodrigez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kankunnen is staying active underneath Rodrigez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodrigez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kankunnen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kankunnen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Kankunnen desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Tori Kankunnen 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!
Rodrigez controlling the action here.
Emanuel Rodrigez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

And that's the end of the fight!
Emanuel Rodrigez showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rodrigez 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: ABW 175 McArthur-Kansalainen 2
Date: Nov 13, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Rodrigez scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Walsh is looking to improve his position.
Walsh is trying to stand up here but Rodrigez is controlling him well.
Rodrigez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Walsh could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Rodrigez prevents Walsh from improving his position.
Rodrigez is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Walsh taking some punishment here, with Rodrigez in his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez not doing much here. #SU2#
Rodrigez gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T1#
Walsh showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rodrigez. #TD2#
Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown into Walsh's guard.#SUB#
Walsh throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rodrigez escapes and throws Walsh's legs to the side, diving into side control!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Walsh tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodrigez controls the position.
A control attempt from Walsh but he's now mounted!
Rodrigez controlling the pace for now. #T2##SUB2#
Walsh defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez controlling his opponent.
Walsh is looking to improve his position but Rodrigez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodrigez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Rodrigez wants to take his opponent's back but Walsh doesn't allow it.
Walsh is trying to escape the mount.
Rodrigez controlling from the full mount.
Walsh is looking to improve his position but Rodrigez isn't that keen on the idea.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rodrigez controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Walsh working to try and regain half guard.
Walsh is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodrigez has taken his back - oops!
Rodrigez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Walsh.
Walsh might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Walsh tries to escape but Rodrigez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodrigez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Let's hope that Rodrigez has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
It looks like Rodrigez might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB2#
Rodrigez has managed to slip his arm under Walsh's chin. This could be all over... yep, Walsh is tapping out! Submission win for Rodrigez.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Emanuel Rodrigez!
A victorious Emanuel Rodrigez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: ABW 167 Wolf - Belov
Date: Oct 16, 2018

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rodrigez. #CL2#
Watkins rushes Rodrigez and presses him up against the cage.
We've been hearing reports that Rodrigez has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#BC2#
Watkins breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Watkins drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SU2#
Watkins gets to his feet. Rodrigez looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Watkins throws a combination. Rodrigez tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Rodrigez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Watkins.
That kick from Watkins tenderised Rodrigez's leg. Rodrigez is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rodrigez takes one 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!
Watkins fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sloppy strikes from Watkins. Those never looked like landing.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
Rodrigez gets tackled into the cage by Watkins. Watkins maintains the clinch.
Watkins tries to land knees in the clinch but Rodrigez avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Rodrigez takes an elbow to the temple.
Rodrigez is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Watkins lands a nice knee to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Watkins 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.
Watkins digs a right hand underneath Rodrigez's ribcage. Rodrigez let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
Watkins breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch.#TD#
Rodrigez has clasped his hands together around Watkins's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Rodrigez remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Watkins is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.
Rodrigez in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
Watkins tries to buck Rodrigez off but Rodrigez is having none of it.
Rodrigez working the ground and pound but Watkins is defending the strikes.
Watkins wants to control but Rodrigez postures up.#SU#
Rodrigez decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Watkins looks to land a combination but Rodrigez avoids it well.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD#
Rodrigez fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Watkins to the ground. Rodrigez is now in Watkins's guard.
Rodrigez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Watkins utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Rodrigez seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Watkins is trying to control the position but Rodrigez postures up.
Rodrigez is in close to Watkins's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Rodrigez controlling from the top position.
Watkins is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Watkins lands a jab-cross combination.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Watkins sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A nice side step and Watkins releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Rodrigez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Watkins trying to land knees to the body.
Watkins throws an elbow but it's blocked. #BC#
Rodrigez manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Watkins fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rodrigez, pushing him back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Watkins.
Watkins comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Watkins is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rodrigez is defending well for now.
Watkins is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rodrigez is defending well for now.
Watkins stops a takedown attempt from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devin Watkins dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Watkins gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Rodrigez postures up.
Watkins preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Watkins working a defensive guard here.
Watkins looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodrigez is one step ahead there.
Rodrigez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Watkins keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully. #T1#
Watkins 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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Rodrigez shoots in but no luck this time.
Watkins scoring well with a low kick there.
Watkins throws a leg kick #TD#
and Rodrigez counters with a single leg into guard. Watkins didn't expect that.
Watkins wants to sweep here but Rodrigez controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Watkins has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodrigez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodrigez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Rodrigez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Rodrigez won't allow Watkins to sweep him here.
Rodrigez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Watkins is keeping the position for now.
Watkins is looking to sweep but instead, Rodrigez has passed into half guard. #T3#
Rodrigez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Watkins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters are battling for position here. Watkins manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Watkins looking to control.
Rodrigez is working Watkins over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Rodrigez content to stall in guard here.
Watkins keeping full guard, as Rodrigez tries to pass. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Watkins trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A jab from Watkins does it's job there.#CL#
Rodrigez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Watkins missing with knees to the body.
Rodrigez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Watkins walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rodrigez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Watkins. Watkins obviously looking to wear him down.
Rodrigez is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Watkins.
Rodrigez dives in for a single leg takedown but Watkins sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Watkins clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Watkins with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Devin Watkins 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#
Watkins throws a series of strikes that have Rodrigez backpedaling.
Watkins lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Devin Watkins seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Watkins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rodrigez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Watkins keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez tries to score with some ground and pound. Watkins controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Rodrigez working the ground and pound.
Watkins struggling a bit here.
Watkins manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Emanuel Rodrigez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Rodrigez won't allow Watkins to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Watkins working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Watkins wants to advance to full mount but Rodrigez doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Watkins postures up and lands a big shot to Rodrigez's brow.
Watkins wants to stand and escape but instead Rodrigez has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Rodrigez working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Rodrigez is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Watkins is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Watkins has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Watkins preventing the sweep. #T2#
Rodrigez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Watkins controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Watkins trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Watkins loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Watkins postures up in Rodrigez's guard and throws a big left but Rodrigez blocks it.
Rodrigez has control of Watkins's left arm, preventing Watkins from doing any damage.
Rodrigez looking to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Watkins accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Watkins trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Watkins postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Watkins is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Rodrigez goes for a double leg but Watkins avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Watkins continues to drive forward.
Watkins with the counter takedown but Rodrigez avoids it easily.#CL2#
Watkins clinches up with Rodrigez and pushes him back against the cage.
Watkins lands a body shot in the clinch.
Watkins lands a good knee to the midsection. Rodrigez won't want to take too many of those.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Watkins breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
Watkins gets a double leg takedown into Rodrigez's guard.#ES#
Rodrigez has his feet on Watkins's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Rodrigez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rodrigez shoots for a takedown but Watkins saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Rodrigez tries for a takedown but Watkins sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Watkins closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Watkins is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodrigez on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Watkins is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rodrigez controlling the position well. #SUB2#
Watkins is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Watkins is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Devin Watkins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Watkins 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Devin Watkins!
Devin Watkins managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Juggernaut And Gladiators(90% Laundry), into his post fight interview.
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: ABW 160 Brahms - Experiment
Date: Sep 13, 2018

#R1##TD#
Rodrigez feints and as Robbins raises his hands in defense, Rodrigez changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES2#
Robbins is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Rodrigez presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
Robbins drags the fight down to the ground.
Robbins throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Rodrigez throwing strikes but missing.
Robbins punching from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez trying to control but Robbins is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Robbins isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rodrigez stacks Robbins 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 Rodrigez!
Robbins is looking to reverse the position.
Robbins is trying to control Rodrigez's posture but Rodrigez avoids it.
Rodrigez blocks the strikes from Robbins.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robbins regains half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robbins is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.
Rodrigez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
Robbins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodrigez wants to control but Robbins is keeping him busy.
Robbins keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Robbins tries to roll over but Rodrigez keeps him under control.
Robbins works his way to full guard. Good work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rodrigez accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rodrigez throwing strikes from guard but Robbins blocks nicely.
Robbins is pulling down on Rodrigez's head to control his posture. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Robbins working for a triangle but Rodrigez defends it easily. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Robbins working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rodrigez tries to free his leg and advance position but Robbins is retaining full guard.
Robbins can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodrigez controls the pace.#SUB2#
Robbins looking for a guillotine here but Rodrigez defends easily.
Robbins trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer. #T3##SUB2#
Robbins throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Rodrigez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Robbins trying to control the position. #SU#
Robbins is working an open guard so Rodrigez takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Rodrigez feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Rodrigez sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Rodrigez avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Rodrigez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodrigez has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rodrigez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Robbins looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Robbins is looking for a triangle but Rodrigez pushes his legs off easily.
Robbins wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Cal Robbins will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
Rodrigez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Robbins was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodrigez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Robbins wants to hit a switch here but Rodrigez passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Robbins there!
Rodrigez prevents Robbins from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Rodrigez looking to isolate an arm here. Robbins doesn't see it coming and as Rodrigez extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Rodrigez!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: ABW 151 Meat Boy - Smith II
Date: Aug 09, 2018

#R1#
Ebbitt throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Rodrigez counters by moving into the clinch.
Rodrigez prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ebbitt prevents the takedown attempt.
Ebbitt jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rodrigez walks away with a smile on his face. Ebbitt gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ebbitt sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ebbitt throws a head kick that misses.
Rodrigez shoots in for a double leg but Ebbitt sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tommy Ebbitt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Ebbitt moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ebbitt just misses with a punch to the body.
Rodrigez tries to counter with a clinch but Ebbitt shakes him off and moves away.
Ebbitt rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rodrigez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rodrigez tries a quick counter leg kick but Ebbitt is wise to it.
Ebbitt cracks Rodrigez with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ebbitt moves out of range of the body kick.
Ebbitt drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rodrigez sprawls and moves away.
No joy there for Ebbitt, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rodrigez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch.
Rodrigez just leaning against Ebbitt, taking a breather.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ebbitt is trying to pull guard but Rodrigez has him pressed against the cage.#T1##TD2#
Rodrigez turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Rodrigez manages to end up in side control.
Ebbitt might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Ebbitt is looking to reverse the position.
Rodrigez taking a breather here.
Ebbitt is looking to reverse the position.
Ebbitt is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ebbitt is looking for a sweep. Rodrigez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Ebbitt looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
It looks like Rodrigez is going to stand back up.
Ebbitt regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2##SUB#
Rodrigez is posturing up here but Ebbitt has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Rodrigez tries to roll out but it's too tight and Rodrigez has to tap! Slick submission there by Ebbitt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tommy Ebbitt!
Tommy Ebbitt looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I ain't surprised motherfucker,I AM LOOKING FOR SPONSORS...'.
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: GRS 181
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Veer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Rodrigez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Veer looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Veer is looking to get back to his feet here but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's managed to take Veer's back.#SUB2#
Veer defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Rodrigez's arms.
Rodrigez not allowing Veer to control his hands.
What can Veer do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigez is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Veer has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Veer trying to get back to his feet but Rodrigez is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Veer is trying to defend against the choke here but Rodrigez has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Rodrigez Tightens the hold and Veer taps out furiously! Rodrigez displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GRS 179
Date: May 26, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Allen drives through and clinches with Rodrigez against the cage.
Allen prevents a takedown attempt there.
Allen gets underhooks to prevent Rodrigez's takedown attempt.
Rodrigez goes for a takedown attempt but Allen pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Allen rushes Rodrigez and presses him up against the cage.
Rodrigez blocks an uppercut.
Allen lands with a short shot to the head.
Rodrigez is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Allen pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A right hand to the body from Allen.
Allen digs a right hand into Rodrigez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rodrigez's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen lands a nice shot to the body.
Allen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Allen lands a nice shot to the body.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Allen lands a right hand.
Rodrigez is trying to break the clinch but Allen has him pressed against the cage. #T1#
Allen lands a left hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Allen.
A nice left hand lands by Allen.
Still in the clinch, Allen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rodrigez takes a shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rodrigez.
Allen is working Rodrigez over against the cage.
Allen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Allen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Allen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rodrigez has been working on his balance at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Allen.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Allen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Allen lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Allen.
A short uppercut from Allen.
A right hand to the body from Allen.
Allen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Allen lands a right hand.
Allen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Allen lands a body punch in the clinch.
Allen lands a hook that snaps the head of Rodrigez backwards.
Allen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Allen lands a left hand.
Oh Rodrigez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Allen throws a head punch that misses.
Allen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Allen throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodrigez.
Allen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rodrigez backwards.
Allen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rodrigez fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Allen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Allen lands a left hand.
Allen throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodrigez.
Allen working aggressively here.
Allen working aggressively here.
Rodrigez blocking some punches.
Allen lands with a light punch inside.
Allen working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Allen.
Allen digs a right hand underneath Rodrigez's ribcage. Rodrigez let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Allen throws a head punch that misses.
Allen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rodrigezs head.
Allen working aggressively here. #T3#
Allen misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Allen.
Allen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Allen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Allen creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Rodrigez's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Rodrigez drops to his knees and Allen pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tim Allen!
Our winner, Tim Allen, 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.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: RS 176 No Whiners!
Date: Apr 14, 2018

#R1#
Mela scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mela's waist but Mela gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodrigez off to one side. #TD#
Rodrigez looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Mela is looking to stand up but Rodrigez isn't so interested in that idea. #SU#
Rodrigez decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Mela, up you get!
Mela throws a right hand that Rodrigez ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodrigez also avoids with ease.
Rodrigez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mela circles away.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mela has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rodrigez is landing a low percentage of strikes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rodrigez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rodrigez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Mela tries to escape back to his feet but Rodrigez has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Mela's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Mela is tapping! Rodrigez saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!

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

Event: RS 173 Overkill
Date: Mar 17, 2018

#R1#
Rodrigez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ruogang is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A head kick by Rodrigez misses #TD2#
and Ruogang decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rodrigez's guard.
Ruogang scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Ruogang from controlling successfully.
Ruogang passes Rodrigez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ruogang tries to pass to full mount but Rodrigez defends it.
Ruogang scoring with strikes to the body and head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice strikes from Ruogang there.
Rodrigez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ruogang.
Ruogang with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Ruogang is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rodrigez sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Rodrigez trying to control here.
Ruogang stops Rodrigez from getting back to his feet.
Ruogang is controlling the pace.
Ruogang thows a huge punch but Rodrigez dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Rodrigez actively working from the bottom here.
Ruogang is pressing down on Rodrigez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodrigez is holding on for now.
Ruogang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodrigez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ruogang keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ruogang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ruogang throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Ruogang is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ruogang has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rodrigez is looking to regain half guard here but Ruogang keeps moving and retains side control.
Ruogang connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Rodrigez some visible discomfort. #T3#
Rodrigez is not content to let Ruogang control the position.
Rodrigez parries the strikes from Ruogang easily there. Ruogang is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Rodrigez to escape.
Ruogang is chipping away with strikes.
Ruogang trying to control the action but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Ruogang stalls from top position.
Ruogang working the ground and pound.
Ruogang advances to mount. #T4#
Ruogang postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rodrigez looks a forlorn figure.
Ruogang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ruogang controlling his opponent.
BOOM! Ruogang connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Ruogang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ruogang dominating with strikes here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yi Ruogang dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Ruogang shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ruogang with the counter takedown but Rodrigez avoids it easily.
Ruogang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ruogang avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Ruogang counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD2#
Ruogang has clasped his hands together around Rodrigez's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Rodrigez is looking for a sweep.
Ruogang is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ruogang is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruogang cracks Rodrigez with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Rodrigez is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Ruogang working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T1#
Ruogang working the head and body with strikes.
Ruogang advances to mount.
Rodrigez is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Ruogang postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Rodrigez in real trouble here! The ref calls for Rodrigez to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yi Ruogang!
Yi Ruogang seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: RS 170 Unforgiven
Date: Feb 24, 2018

#R1#
Rodrigez wants to clinch but Miller slips to the side
and Miller counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez shoots and misses
and Rodrigez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rodrigez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Miller wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD2#
Miller gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Rodrigez to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Miller manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodrigez manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Rodrigez looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Miller got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rodrigez has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Miller has managed to get both his arms back between Rodrigez's legs - danger averted.
Miller is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at LOD: BAD BOY MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position but Miller postures up. #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Miller can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Miller is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodrigez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Miller has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Rodrigez is proving hard to escape from.
Rodrigez pulls Miller in to control the position.
Rodrigez wants to stand but Miller is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Miller jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Miller lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Rodrigez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Miller counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jason Miller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.#T3##TD#
Miller closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Miller lands in his opponent's guard.
Miller controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
Miller stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodrigez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigez looking for a guillotine here but Miller defends easily. #T4#
Rodrigez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Miller puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Miller knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rodrigez on the ground.#SUB2#
Rodrigez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodrigez wants to get back to full guard but Miller has passed into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Miller 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#
Rodrigez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Miller scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Miller lands a nice hook to Rodrigez's body. Rodrigez takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Miller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
and Miller counters with a nice uppercut.
Rodrigez tries to clinch up
and Miller counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez moves to clinch but Miller breaks away
and Miller makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt
and Miller counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rodrigez is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#KD#
Miller cracks Rodrigez with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Miller has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Rodrigez to stand back up!
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Miller finish him?#T1#
Miller jabs at Rodrigez's body.
Emanuel Rodrigez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Miller throws a monster overhand right that drops Rodrigez! Miller follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jason Miller!
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: RS 165 All Out War
Date: Jan 20, 2018

#R1#
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a takedown but Ruogang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rodrigez's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ruogang slips under a jab from Rodrigez.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Ruogang counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Ruogang has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Unlabeled MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Ruogang controlling from the top position.
Let's hope that Ruogang has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez trying to control the position.
Ruogang looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Ruogang trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Ruogang is looking to pass into half guard but Rodrigez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodrigez is in guard.#REVR##ES2#
Ruogang is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Rodrigez presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Ruogang is pushing Rodrigez up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ruogang is pushing Rodrigez up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ruogang continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ruogang - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ruogang receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Ruogang avoiding damage. #T2#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Ruogang takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Yi Ruogang.
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Ruogang counters by moving into the clinch.
Ruogang stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #TD2#
Ruogang has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Rodrigez clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigez covering up well and avoiding damage.
Rodrigez is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at School of Hard Knocks, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Rodrigez avoids the strikes from Ruogang.
Rodrigez staying busy and making it hard for Ruogang to control. #T3#
Ruogang wants to control but Rodrigez manages to buck him off and is now in Ruogang's guard! Nice work there by Rodrigez!
Ruogang utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ruogang is looking to stand up but Rodrigez isn't so interested in that idea.
Ruogang is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Ruogang keeps moving. #ES2#
Ruogang pushes Rodrigez off and gets back to his feet.
Rodrigez goes for a double leg but Ruogang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ruogang continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Rodrigez falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Ruogang counters with a shoot takedown. Rodrigez fights it but they end up in guard.
Ruogang controlling from the top position.
Ruogang throws a big elbow that misses.
Ruogang postures up in Rodrigez's guard and throws a big left but Rodrigez blocks it.
Rodrigez has momentary wrist control but Ruogang slips an elbow through the middle.
Ruogang pushes down on Rodrigez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruogang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ruogang is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yi Ruogang 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##CL#
Rodrigez darts in and clinches Ruogang up against the cage.
Rodrigez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ruogang to keep the fight standing.
Ruogang taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rodrigez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ruogang is defending well.
Rodrigez has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ruogang is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ruogang displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rodrigez up against the cage.
Ruogang effectively controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruogang manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Ruogang stalling in the clinch. #T1#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Yi Ruogang.#CL#
Rodrigez gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Ruogang tightens his grip and picks Rodrigez up, before dumping him to the ground. Rodrigez manages to land in guard.
Ruogang stops Rodrigez from standing up.
Ruogang is in close to Rodrigez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ruogang stopping the sweep attempt from Rodrigez.
Ruogang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ruogang working some strikes from top position.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Ruogang from controlling successfully. #T2#
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Ruogang. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Ruogang lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ruogang slips nicely into half guard.
Ruogang scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ruogang is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Ruogang in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigez takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Ruogang with the ground and pound from mount. #ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Ruogang is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Rodrigez goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Ruogang!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Yi Ruogang!
Yi Ruogang thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: RS 161 Power Slam
Date: Dec 23, 2017

#R1#
Rodrigez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jhune cracks Rodrigez with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Jhune gets tackled into the ropes by Rodrigez. Rodrigez maintains the clinch. #BC#
Jhune breaks from the clinch.
Rodrigez takes one on the button.
Rodrigez tries to clinch up
and Jhune counters with a one-two to the body.
Jhune tries for a takedown but Rodrigez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Jhune paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A jab lands there for Jhune.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rodrigez 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!
Jhune shoots in looking for a takedown. Rodrigez tries to sprawl out of it but Jhune keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Rodrigez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodrigez steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Jhune.#T1##TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Rodrigez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodrigez is thwarting Jhune's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Rodrigez is taking a breather. Jhune says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Rodrigez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Rodrigez has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rodrigez lands a nice short elbow.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is looking for a kimura but Jhune is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rodrigez to get the leverage.
Still in half guard, Rodrigez seems content to control.#T3##SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jhune is just riding it out for now. Rodrigez eventually gives up the hold.
Rodrigez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rodrigez dives in for a single leg takedown but Jhune sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch but Jhune is avoiding it.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Jhune counters with an outside leg kick.
Ross Jhune has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Good leg kick by Jhune there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rodrigez shoots for a takedown but Jhune saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jhune's guard.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jhune!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ross Jhune dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jhune sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rodrigez misses with an uppercut. Jhune saw that one coming.
Rodrigez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jhune pinned against the ropes. Jhune gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Rodrigez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jhune looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ross Jhune has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Jhune moves out of range of the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jhune thuds a left hand into Rodrigez's body.
Jhune fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jhune throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jhune scores with a head kick. Rodrigez tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Jhune to counter with a crisp jab.
Ross Jhune is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jhune scores with a spinning back kick!
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed
and Jhune counters with a three punch combo that has Rodrigez backing up. Rodrigez nods at Jhune to acknowledge the strikes.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Jhune changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rodrigez tries to avoid it but Jhune manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rodrigez to the ground. Rodrigez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rodrigez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jhune fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jhune scores with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Jhune there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Jhune shows good takedown defense.
A jab from Jhune finds it's way through Rodrigez's defenses. #T2#
Jhune looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt - Jhune sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jhune looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ross Jhune is winning the standup battle so far.
Rodrigez fails to land with a series of punches.
Jhune thumps Rodrigez with a low kick.
Rodrigez takes one on the button.
Jhune tests Rodrigez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rodrigez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T3#
Jhune throws a series of strikes that have Rodrigez backpedaling.
Sloppy strikes from Jhune. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets a takedown into half guard.
Rodrigez wants to take a breather but Jhune is having none of it.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rodrigez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4#
Jhune is staying active underneath Rodrigez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rodrigez scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jhune has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodrigez is working away from the top position though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodrigez in particular looking to stall.
Rodrigez sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jhune defending well though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ross Jhune 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##TD2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodrigez lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez distracts Jhune with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Rodrigez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodrigez trying to control but Jhune is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jhune can't keep his opponent in guard - Rodrigez advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jhune knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rodrigez on the ground.
Jhune blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rodrigez. #T1#
Rodrigez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodrigez wants to control but Jhune is keeping him busy.
Rodrigez stalling. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jhune is just riding it out for now. Rodrigez eventually gives up the hold.
Jhune is refusing to be controlled, as Rodrigez sits in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rodrigez controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rodrigez has a takedown stuffed.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jhune. #T3#
Jhune scores with a kick to the body. #CL2#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch.
Rodrigez tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets control of Jhune's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rodrigez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
Ross Jhune is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rodrigez trying to keep a closed guard but Jhune is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Jhune content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Rodrigez has locked up a guillotine! Rodrigez's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Jhune is holding on here and Rodrigez must be using up a lot of energy. Jhune has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Rodrigez gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Emanuel Rodrigez!
An out of breath Emanuel Rodrigez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: RS Friday Night Fights XV
Date: Dec 01, 2017

#R1#
Miller bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Miller tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rodrigez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rodrigez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodrigez lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodrigez tries to free his leg and advance position but Miller is retaining full guard.
Miller being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodrigez throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Miller is wriggling around but Rodrigez manages to pass to half guard.
Rodrigez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SU2#
Rodrigez stands up and beckons Miller to join him on the feet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A big right from Rodrigez misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rodrigez.
Miller swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A slapping leg kick lands for Miller. #CL2#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch successfully.
Miller avoiding damage as Rodrigez throws knees to the body.
Miller misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Rodrigez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rodrigez shoots for a double leg takedown but Miller sprawls well. He's pushed Rodrigez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cody Miller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodrigez.
Cody Miller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Donk. Miller catches Rodrigez right on the button with a cross.#T3##KD#
Oooooh!!! Miller has knocked Rodrigez down with a huge combo! Miller steps away and waves a wobbly Rodrigez back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Miller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rodrigez is still on wobbly legs! Can Miller finish him?
Rodrigez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Miller circles away.
Miller leaves Rodrigez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jab, jab by Miller - just one landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch but Miller is avoiding it.
Miller fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rodrigez dives in and grabs Miller's left leg, looking for a takedown. Miller pushes down on Rodrigez's head and hops out.
Rodrigez looks winded!
Miller seems to be stalking Rodrigez here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastating head kick! Rodrigez drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Cody Miller!
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: RS 156 Sick With It
Date: Nov 18, 2017

#R1#
Rodrigez misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodrigez.
I wouldn't like to be where Redondo is right now.
Redondo struggling a bit here.
Redondo tries to improve position but can't.
Rodrigez throws an elbow but Redondo slips to the side and avoids it well.
Redondo is trying to control Rodrigez's posture but Rodrigez avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Redondo stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Redondo stops Rodrigez from passing to mount.
Redondo is trying to work for a sweep but Rodrigez has mounted him!
Redondo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Redondo can't escape the position.
Rodrigez looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
BOOM! Rodrigez connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Redondo is looking to get to half guard.
Rodrigez avoids the attempt from Redondo to control.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Rodrigez cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Redondo is working to get back to half guard.
Redondo is squirming around, avoiding Rodrigez's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Redondo tries to hold on but Rodrigez postures up.
Rodrigez looking to control but Redondo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodrigez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Redondo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Rodrigez avoids the attempt from Redondo to control.
Redondo is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rodrigez wants to finish this one by submission but Redondo is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Rodrigez. #T3#
Rodrigez scoring with strikes but Redondo is staying in there.
Redondo is looking to improve his position but Rodrigez isn't that keen on the idea.
Redondo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Redondo is not content to let Rodrigez control the position.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Redondo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodrigez is working away from the top position though.
Rodrigez is trying to control the action in half guard but Redondo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Redondo is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
Redondo actively working from the bottom here.
Rodrigez working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Redondo is looking to control Rodrigez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Redondo avoid being mounted?
Redondo wants to improve his position but Rodrigez is controlling well.
Redondo gets full guard.
Rodrigez stopping the sweep attempt from Redondo.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Redondo is on top in guard. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez being controlled here, momentarily.
Redondo advances to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Rodrigez darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Rodrigez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Redondo sees it coming and defends easily.
Redondo wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodrigez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Redondo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodrigez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodrigez's back!#SUB#
Redondo looking to break Rodrigez's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Rodrigez remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Redondo will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Redondo.
Redondo is hanging on to Rodrigez's back as he tries to escape. #T1##SUB#
Redondo is looking for the choke from the back position but Rodrigez is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Redondo has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Rodrigez is in real trouble here. Redondo gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Rodrigez is tapping out! Redondo wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kenny Redondo!
Our winner, Kenny Redondo, 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.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: DUEL#104 Staal vs Momochi
Date: Oct 28, 2017

#R1#
Burns throws a series of strikes that have Rodrigez backpedaling.
Burns scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A left lands for Burns.
Rodrigez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Burns counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Burns connects with a superb combination that knocks Rodrigez out cold! The referee charges across the mat and tackles Burns before he can land any more shots to the unconscious Rodrigez!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Darren Burns!
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC 255
Date: Sep 30, 2017

#R1#
Gonzalez feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rodrigezs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL2#
Gonzalez has closed the distance and engaged Rodrigez in a clinch. #TD2#
Rodrigez is fighting off a takedown attempt but Gonzalez is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Rodrigez to the mat. Rodrigez regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Gonzalez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gonzalez scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gonzalez being controlled here momentarily.
Gonzalez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gonzalez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now.
Gonzalez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rodrigez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gonzalez tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodrigez is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Gonzalez trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Gonzalez throwing strikes from guard but Rodrigez blocks nicely.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Gonzalez won't allow Rodrigez to sweep him here.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Gonzalez from controlling successfully.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Gonzalez is looking to work some ground and pound but Rodrigez has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gonzalez has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rodrigez is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
and Gonzalez counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Gonzalez closes the distance and pushes Rodrigez back into the cage.#TD2#
Gonzalez manages to pull guard.
Rodrigez is fighting to break Gonzalez's control of his arms but Gonzalez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2##SU#
Rodrigez gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL2#
Gonzalez moves into the clinch.
Rodrigez stalling in the clinch but Gonzalez improves position. #TD2#
Gonzalez pulls guard.
Rodrigez trying to control but Gonzalez is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rodrigez has gone for a leg lock! Gonzalez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rodrigez's guard.#REVB#
Gonzalez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodrigez looking to control. #T3#
Gonzalez working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Gonzalez stands and throws Rodrigez's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gonzalez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigez keeps working.
Gonzalez in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Rodrigez can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Gonzalez tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gonzalez has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Gonzalez taking a breather here.
Rodrigez pushes Gonzalez away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Gonzalez gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Gonzalez cracks Rodrigez with a big right hand but Rodrigez just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Rodrigez regains half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to full guard.
Gonzalez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgar Gonzalez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rodrigez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gonzalez defends it nicely.#CL2#
Gonzalez closes the distance and pushes Rodrigez back into the cage.
Gonzalez is trying to drag Rodrigez to the mat but Rodrigez just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Rodrigez wants a takedown.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Gonzalez ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Gonzalez no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Rodrigez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gonzalez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodrigez advances position into side control!
Edgar Gonzalez has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Gonzalez is looking to reverse the position.
Rodrigez wants to stand but Gonzalez is controlling his arm.
Rodrigez creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Gonzalez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Gonzalez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Rodrigez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gonzalez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gonzalez keeps Rodrigez under control for a moment.#SUB#
Rodrigez goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Gonzalez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rodrigez's guard! Nice work there by Gonzalez!
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
Gonzalez cracks Rodrigez with a solid left hand.
Gonzalez landing with the ground and pound.
Gonzalez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Gonzalez landing some decent shots from guard.
Gonzalez content to stall in guard here.
Gonzalez advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Gonzalez goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rodrigez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Gonzalez's guard! Nice work there by Rodrigez!
Gonzalez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodrigez is on the wrong end of a couple of strikes there.#SUB2#
Gonzalez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodrigez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Rodrigez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gonzalez working a defensive guard here.
Rodrigez looking to pass the guard.
Gonzalez has his hands on Rodrigez's head, controlling the position.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Gonzalez keeps moving. #SUB#
Rodrigez is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gonzalez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gonzalez has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gonzalez chips away with some ground and pound.
Gonzalez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gonzalez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Gonzalez from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gonzalez lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Gonzalez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgar Gonzalez 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Rodrigez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rodrigez fails with a takedown attempt.
Gonzalez fails to land with a series of punches.
Rodrigez wants to slow Gonzalez down by chopping away at his legs.
Rodrigez shoots in but Gonzalez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rodrigez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Rodrigez looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Gonzalez wriggles free and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Gonzalez has Rodrigez up against the cage in a clinch.
Gonzalez can't get the takedown. #T1#
Gonzalez avoiding damage as Rodrigez throws knees to the body. #BC2#
Gonzalez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rodrigez throws a push kick but Gonzalez slaps the foot to one side. #CL2#
Gonzalez moves into the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Gonzalez.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gonzalez stalls.
Gonzalez dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Gonzalez is stalling here.
Gonzalez looking for a takedown. #T2#
Rodrigez is working for takedown but Gonzalez is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Gonzalez jumps guard and drags Rodrigez to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigez throws an elbow that misses. Gonzalez uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rodrigez's guard. Nice move by Gonzalez!#REVB#
Gonzalez landing some decent shots from guard.
Gonzalez looking to sit in guard and control but Rodrigez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Gonzalez keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
Gonzalez 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 crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gonzalez working Rodrigez over with strikes. #T3#
Gonzalez is trying to control. Rodrigez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gonzalez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gonzalez lands strikes from half guard.
Gonzalez working the head and body with strikes.
Gonzalez working Rodrigez over with strikes.
Rodrigez avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gonzalez.
Gonzalez slows the pace down in half guard.
Gonzalez wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy.
Gonzalez stalling. #T4#
Rodrigez taking some punishment here, with Gonzalez in his half guard.
Gonzalez is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gonzalez is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Gonzalez pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
The referee warns Rodrigez that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Gonzalez lands with some strikes.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Edgar Gonzalez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Gonzalez content just to control the position here.
Oh Rodrigez is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gonzalez lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edgar Gonzalez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gonzalez 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edgar Gonzalez!
Our winner, Edgar Gonzalez, 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.
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC Live 41
Date: Sep 21, 2017

#R1#
Arial goes for a double leg but Rodrigez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rodrigez continues to drive forward.
Rodrigez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Arial.
Arial misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
As Arial tries to get set, Rodrigez tries to push him back and clinch up but Arial manages to avoid the attempt.#TD2#
Arial looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rodrigez!
Arial working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Arial thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Arial lands a few punches from side control.#T1#
Rodrigez is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Arial has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Rodrigez is looking for a sweep.
Rodrigez taking punishment in the form of punches.
Arial creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rodrigez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Arial goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rodrigez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Arial's guard! Nice work there by Rodrigez!
Rodrigez trying to stand up but can't free himself from Arial's guard.
Rodrigez won't allow Arial to sweep him here.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Arial is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodrigez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Arial preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Arial keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB#
Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez pushing down on Arial's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodrigez is just content to waste time from the top position. Arial takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Arial wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling the position.
Arial has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Spar Bros. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Rodrigez trying to control but Arial is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T3#
Arial utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rodrigez being controlled here momentarily.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Arial can do anything to dispel that myth.
Arial keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Arial shoots in for a takedown but Rodrigez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A quick step to the side and Rodrigez tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dex Arial.#TD2#
Arial shoots in and bounces Rodrigez off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Arial wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving. #SUB2#
Arial is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rodrigez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rodrigez has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T4#
Rodrigez with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rodrigez tries to stand but Arial is controlling from the bottom.
Rodrigez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Arial utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rodrigez is looking to stand up but Arial won't let him.
Rodrigez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rodrigez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arial is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodrigez prevents Arial from getting back to his feet.
Arial keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Arial misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Arial throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rodrigez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Arial is in Rodrigez's guard.
Rodrigez pulls Arial in to control the position.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dex Arial has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Arial's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arial scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Arial looking to sit in guard and control but Rodrigez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Arial wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling the position. #T1#
Rodrigez postures up.
Rodrigez trying to control but Arial is working from the bottom. #SU#
Rodrigez gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Rodrigez takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Rodrigez stuffs the takedown attempt from Arial. Arial gets slowly back to his feet.
Rodrigez is looking for a counter combo.
Arial lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Arial.
Arial wants to clinch up but Rodrigez keeps it at a distance.#T2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arial is defended easily by Rodrigez.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dex Arial.
Arial throws a nice looking combination but Rodrigez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rodrigez is looking for a counter combo.
Arial shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Rodrigez counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rodrigez. #ES2#
Arial is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigez keeps control of Arial as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T3#
Rodrigez is trying to pull guard but Arial has him pressed against the cage.
Arial working aggressively here.
Rodrigez has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Arial after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
Arial breaks from the clinch.
Arial shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rodrigez as he avoids it easily.
Arial tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rodrigez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rodrigez is looking for a counter combo.
Rodrigez slaps away a takedown attempt from Arial, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Arial is breathing heavily.
Arial lands with a hook. Rodrigez tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T4#
Arial misses with a double jab.
Arial tries to clinch but Rodrigez moves away #TD#
and Rodrigez decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Arial's guard.
Rodrigez trying to control but Arial is working from the bottom.
Arial is looking to stand up but Rodrigez isn't so interested in that idea.
Arial keeping full guard, as Rodrigez tries to pass.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Arial keeps moving.
Rodrigez throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dex Arial 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#
Arial misses with a few strikes there.
Rodrigez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Arial dives in and grabs Rodrigez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rodrigez pushes down on Arial's head and hops out.
Arial misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Arial drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Arial is aware though and is defending well.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Arial accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rodrigez controls Arial momentarily but Arial frees himself. #T1#
Arial in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Arial distracts Rodrigez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Rodrigez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Arial doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Arial manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Arial scoring with some ground and pound.
Arial loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Arial content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Arial throwing strikes but missing.
Arial trying to move into half guard but instead Rodrigez has managed to sweep!#REVR##T2#
Arial keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
Rodrigez wanted to stand there but Arial had control of the position. #ES2#
Arial has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Rodrigez has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Arial controlling the action here for a moment.
Arial just leaning against Rodrigez, taking a breather.
Arial wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rodrigez has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Arial manages to break the clinch.
Arial looks for a takedown but Rodrigez sprawls well.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dex Arial.
Arial takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3##TD2#
Arial shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rodrigez's guard.#ES#
Rodrigez scrambles and gets back to his feet. #TD2#
Arial drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Rodrigez wriggles free and stands up.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Arial is defended easily by Rodrigez.
Rodrigez attempts a counter takedown but Arial avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
Arial wants to clinch but Rodrigez slips to the side#TD#
and Rodrigez counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rodrigez.
Rodrigez advances position into side control!#SUB#
Rodrigez tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rodrigez has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Rodrigez goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Arial rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rodrigez's guard! Nice work there by Arial! #SUB#
Rodrigez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Arial defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Emanuel Rodrigez.
I think Rodrigez 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emanuel Rodrigez!
Our winner, Emanuel Rodrigez, 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: CEFC Live 40
Date: Aug 31, 2017

#R1#
Rodrigez closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Dennis counters with a takedown into side control.
Rodrigez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dennis landing strikes.
Rodrigez is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Dennis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rodrigez defending against the ground and pound.
Dennis landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB2#
Dennis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodrigez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rodrigez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dennis on the ground.#SUB2#
Dennis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Dennis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Dennis creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rodrigez sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ground and pound from Dennis seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
An elbow from Dennis crashes against the mat.
Dennis fails to land a wild elbow strike. #SUB2#
Dennis tries for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending well.
Dennis has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sloppy strikes there by Dennis .#SUB2#
Dennis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Dennis has an Americana. Rodrigez didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Dennis is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Dennis hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Kareem Dennis !
Kareem Dennis bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 107
Date: Aug 10, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Jinx jumps guard.
Rodrigez has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Jinx is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Jinx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Jinx has his foot on Rodrigez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodrigez works his way back into a safe position though.#SU2#
Rodrigez decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Jinx, up you get! #TD#
Jinx scores with a takedown into Rodrigez's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Jinx engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Jinx wants to stand and escape but instead Rodrigez has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Jinx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodrigez is one step ahead there.
Rodrigez trying to control but Jinx is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jinx pulls Rodrigez in close to prevent any damage.
Jinx wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jinx wants to stand and escape but Rodrigez is having none of it.
Jinx has control of Rodrigez's left arm, preventing Rodrigez from doing any damage.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Jinx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jinx 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.
Jinx might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jinx has a closed guard, preventing Rodrigez from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch but Jinx is avoiding it.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jinx throws a counter high kick but Rodrigez was just alert enough to avoid it.#TD#
Jinx fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rodrigez to the ground. Jinx is now in Rodrigez's guard.#ES2#
Rodrigez pushes Jinx off and scrambles back to his feet. #CL#
Jinx gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T3##TD#
Jinx pulls guard.
Jinx can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodrigez controls the pace.
Jinx trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer.
Jinx has a closed guard, preventing Rodrigez from standing up.
Jinx has Rodrigez pulled in close to control his posture.
Jinx has a closed guard, preventing Rodrigez from standing up.
Rodrigez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Red House. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Rodrigez stays in close to Jinx's body and controls the position.
Jinx trying to control the position here.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Jinx keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Rodrigez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jinx haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jinx swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigez.
Rodrigez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A head kick misses from Rodrigez. #CL#
Jinx clinches with his opponent.
Our sources have told us that Jinx has been working on his elbows in the gym.#TD#
Jinx lands a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Rodrigez pushes Jinx off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jinx or perhaps it was just good defense by Rodrigez, which made it look bad.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jinx as he jumps to the side.
Rodrigez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jinx throws a big counter combination but Rodrigez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Emanuel Rodrigez will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Rodrigez throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Jinx counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES2#
Rodrigez is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Jinx has picked Rodrigez up - he's going for a ride! Jinx dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Jinx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodrigez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jinx is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rodrigez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Jinx controlling the pace. #SU#
Jinx decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jinx. #T1#
Rodrigez misses with a takedown attempt
and Jinx counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch. #CL#
Jinx clinches.
Jinx gets through Rodrigez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Rodrigez is fighting off a takedown attempt but Jinx is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Rodrigez to the mat. Rodrigez regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Jinx looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jinx trying to stand up but can't free himself from Rodrigez's guard.#T2#
Rodrigez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jinx is one step ahead there.
Rodrigez is trying to keep Jinx in close.
Jinx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Jinx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jon Jinx is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jinx counters with a leg kick.
Rodrigez doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jinx counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jon Jinx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.#CL#
Jinx moves into range and clinches up with Rodrigez.
Rodrigez drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jinx gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD#
Jinx gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Jinx seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Jinx trying to pass the guard but Rodrigez defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T4##SUB#
Jinx 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.
Rodrigez wants to control but Jinx is keeping busy.
Still in half guard, Jinx seems content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Jinx dominated that second round.
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##CL#
Jinx gets a clinch. #TD2#
Rodrigez gets control of Jinx's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rodrigez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Jinx seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Jinx has his hands clasped together but Rodrigez extends and breaks Jinx's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Rodrigez.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEFC Live 37
Date: Jul 20, 2017

#R1##TD#
Parsia scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Parsia is taking a breather. Rodrigez says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Rodrigez wants to get back to full guard.
Parsia is controlling the pace.
Rodrigez won't allow Parsia to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parsia stalling. #T1#
Parsia seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rodrigez for as long as he can get away with.
Parsia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Parsia throwing shots but Rodrigez is blocking nicely.
Parsia is taking a breather. Rodrigez says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Parsia passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Parsia controlling his opponent.
Parsia lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Parsia content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Parsia raining down hammerfists from mount.#T3#
Parsia controlling the pace for now.
Parsia with the ground and pound from mount.
Parsia looking to control and managing it successfully.
Parsia unloading with bombs!
Parsia controlling the pace for now.
Parsia lands a nice shot to the head.
Parsia lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Parsia lands with some strikes.
Parsia looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Parsia controlling his opponent.
Rodrigez tries to lock up and control but Parsia gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodrigez looks winded!#T4#
Parsia controlling his opponent.
Parsia is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Rodrigez can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Parsia is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Parsia breaks from Rodrigez's wrist control and lands an elbow. #ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Parsia lands with some strikes.
Rodrigez is still in real trouble! Can Parsia finish him?
Rodrigez is in a horrible position here. Parsia smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Parsia drops a big elbow. That's hurt Rodrigez! More shots from Parsia and the ref steps in! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riccardo Parsia!
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 104
Date: Jun 28, 2017

#R1#
Rodrigez shoots in for a double leg but Jinx sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Jinx fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rodrigez, pushing him back against the cage.
Rodrigez tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC2#
Jinx breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
Jinx drives through with a takedown into Rodrigez's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Jinx trying to stand up but can't free himself from Rodrigez's guard.#SUB#
Rodrigez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jinx doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jinx manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jinx passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jinx wants to pass the guard but Rodrigez is defending well. #T1#
Jinx sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rodrigez defending well though.
Jinx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rodrigez is trying to stand up here but Jinx is controlling him well.
Rodrigez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rodrigez trying to control the position.
Jinx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Rodrigez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rodrigez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jinx throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Rodrigez wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Jinx has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rodrigez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Jinx drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rodrigez throws a big elbow that misses.
Jinx really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Rodrigez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Jinx keeps moving. #SU#
Rodrigez decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Nice sprawl there from Jinx as Rodrigez shoots in.
Rodrigez throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Jinx counters with a takedown into side control.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.#SU2#
Jinx decides to stand back up. Jinx steps back and let's Rodrigez get back to his feet.
Jinx swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigez.#CL2#
Jinx moves into range and clinches up with Rodrigez.#BC2#
Jinx's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Jinx feints and as Rodrigez raises his hands in defense, Jinx changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jinx works over Rodrigez with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jinx landing with the ground and pound.
Rodrigez being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jinx with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jinx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now.
Jinx stays in close to Rodrigez's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Jinx 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#
Rodrigez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jinx avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Jinx shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Jinx was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jinx throws a strike aimed at the side of Rodrigez's head but Rodrigez avoids it well.
Jinx tries to advance to mount but Rodrigez denies him.
Jinx taking a breather here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rodrigez manages to get back to half guard.
Rodrigez is not content to let Jinx control the position.
Jinx content to control rather than advance.
Jinx has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jinx slips a nice elbow through Rodrigez's hands, connecting with Rodrigez's forehead.
Jinx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Jinx wants to stand up but Rodrigez is controlling the position.
Jinx wants to pass the guard but Rodrigez is defending well.
Rodrigez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodrigez manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Rodrigez keeping moving, preventing Jinx from controlling successfully.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Jinx works over Rodrigez's head and body with a nice combination.#CL#
Rodrigez clinches.
Rodrigez is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jinx pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Jinx is trying to trip Rodrigez. He has hold of a leg but Rodrigez is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jinx persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Jinx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jinx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jon Jinx has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Rodrigez controls Jinx momentarily but Jinx frees himself.
Jinx chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Jinx has gone for a leg lock! Rodrigez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Jinx's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Jinx working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jinx utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Jinx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rodrigez is looking to work some ground and pound but Jinx has wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Jinx 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#
Rodrigez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Rodrigez gets caught flat footed, as Jinx shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jinx throws a big right hand that misses.
Jinx is in close to Rodrigez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jinx wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling his posture from full guard.
Jinx sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jinx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Jinx throws a big right hand that misses.
Jinx controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Jinx as Rodrigez shoots in.
Jinx is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Jinx clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Jinx decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Jinx had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodrigez defends it easily.#SUB2#
Jinx has his foot on Rodrigez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodrigez works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Rodrigez throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jinx works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Jinx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jinx has a closed guard, preventing Rodrigez from standing up.
Rodrigez scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Rodrigez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jinx is pulling down on Rodrigez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodrigez, at least for the moment.
Jinx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodrigez looking to sit in guard and control but Jinx gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Jinx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodrigez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jinx throwing strikes from guard but Rodrigez blocks nicely. #SUB#
Rodrigez looking for a guillotine here but Jinx defends easily.
Jinx must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jinx is stalling in the full guard. #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.
Let's hope that Jinx has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jon Jinx comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jinx 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jon Jinx!
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC 242
Date: Jun 03, 2017

#R1#
A punch combination from Rodrigez misses.
Rodrigez swinging wildly here.
Gonzalez fails with a takedown attempt.
Rodrigez throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Gonzalez counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gonzalez.
Gonzalez tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodrigez is retaining full guard.
Gonzalez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rodrigez's head.
Gonzalez is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Fight Factory that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez trying to control the position here.
Gonzalez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Gonzalez just content to control the position. #T1#
Gonzalez working away.
Rodrigez is looking for a sweep.
Gonzalez throws a strike aimed at the side of Rodrigez's head but Rodrigez avoids it well.#SUB#
Gonzalez is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodrigez is defending well. #SUB#
Gonzalez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gonzalez postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T2#
Gonzalez trying to control the action but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Gonzalez scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Rodrigez to see if he's OK.
Rodrigez is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Gonzalez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gonzalez is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodrigez tries to bench press Gonzalez off him but Gonzalez keeps the position. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gonzalez working the head with strikes.
Gonzalez passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Rodrigez!
Gonzalez lands with some strikes.
Gonzalez tries to control but Rodrigez wriggling away.
BOOM! Gonzalez connects with a massive shot to the dome! #SUB#
Gonzalez looking to secure an arm triangle but Rodrigez defends it well.
Gonzalez breaks from Rodrigez's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T4#
Rodrigez is squirming around, avoiding Gonzalez's attempts to control the action.
Gonzalez lands a heavy elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
BOOM! Gonzalez connects with a massive shot to the dome!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gonzalez has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Rodrigez's face.
Gonzalez cracks Rodrigez with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Gonzalez prevents Rodrigez from getting the reversal.
Rodrigez looks winded!
Rodrigez in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Gonzalez postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rodrigez looks a forlorn figure.
Gonzalez 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.#SUB#
Gonzalez is working for a guillotine from mount but Rodrigez frees his head quite easily.
Gonzalez raining down hammerfists from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgar Gonzalez dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Gonzalez clinches up against the cage.
Rodrigez goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gonzalez prevents it.
Rodrigez is pressed up against the cage. Gonzalez has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rodrigez down to the mat. Rodrigez avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Gonzalez closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Gonzalez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rodrigez is not content to let Gonzalez control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gonzalez is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodrigez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gonzalez working the ground and pound from side control.#T1##SUB#
Gonzalez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rodrigez prevents Gonzalez from improving position.
Rodrigez takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #SUB#
Gonzalez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rodrigez on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T2#
Rodrigez taking punishment in the form of punches.
Gonzalez cracks Rodrigez with a big elbow. #SUB#
Gonzalez is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodrigez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Gonzalez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gonzalez working away.#SUB#
Gonzalez is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodrigez is defending well. #T3#
Gonzalez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigez keeps working.
Rodrigez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gonzalez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gonzalez scores with a couple of short elbows.
Gonzalez grinds an elbow into Rodrigez's temple. #SUB#
Gonzalez is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rodrigez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gonzalez taking a breather here.
Rodrigez is not content to let Gonzalez control the position. #T4#
Gonzalez works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SUB#
Gonzalez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there. #SU#
Gonzalez decides to stand up, so the ref orders Rodrigez to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Gonzalez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rodrigez, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Gonzalez has Rodrigez pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Gonzalez pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Rodrigez tumbling to the mat - Gonzalez dives into Rodrigez's guard.#SUB#
Gonzalez drops back looking for a leg! Rodrigez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rodrigez manages to kick Gonzalez off! Gonzalez jumps back into Rodrigez's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edgar Gonzalez 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#
Gonzalez stalks Rodrigez and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rodrigez's face. Rodrigez staggers backwards, shaken.
Rodrigez has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Gonzalez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gonzalez.
Rodrigez tries to break the clinch but Gonzalez is controlling the position.
Gonzalez can't get the takedown.
Rodrigez working hard to break the clinch.
Rodrigez is looking to break free of the clinch but Gonzalez has double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez just leaning against Rodrigez, taking a breather.
Rodrigez is trying to stall.
Gonzalez gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez wants to take the fight to the mat but Gonzalez manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Edgar Gonzalez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Rodrigez has had enough of the clinch but Gonzalez keeps him there for the moment.
Gonzalez wants a takedown but no success here.
Gonzalez connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rodrigez's face. #TD#
Gonzalez manages to pull guard.
Gonzalez has control of Rodrigez's left arm, preventing Rodrigez from doing any damage.
Gonzalez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gonzalez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gonzalez controls Rodrigez momentarily but Rodrigez frees himself. #T2#
Gonzalez 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.
Rodrigez postures up in Gonzalez's guard and throws a big left but Gonzalez blocks it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Gonzalez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Rodrigez stands up over Gonzalez, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Rodrigez throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gonzalez lands a nice looking body shot. #CL#
Gonzalez darts in and clinches Rodrigez up against the cage.
Rodrigez wants to take the fight to the mat but Gonzalez manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rodrigez is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Gonzalez manages to pull guard.
Gonzalez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodrigez manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
Gonzalez working some strikes from top position.
Gonzalez with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gonzalez with a nice head shot there.
Rodrigez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gonzalez controls the pace.
Gonzalez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodrigez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gonzalez landing some decent shots from guard.
Gonzalez lands a couple of digs.
Gonzalez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Gonzalez passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Gonzalez working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Gonzalez looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gonzalez cracks Rodrigez with a big right hand but Rodrigez just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Gonzalez scores with punches from side control.
Gonzalez in side control lands a decent elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gonzalez connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Rodrigez some visible discomfort. #ROC#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Gonzalez tries to advance to mount but Rodrigez denies him.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Edgar Gonzalez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rodrigez is still in real trouble! Can Gonzalez finish him?
Gonzalez scoring with punches and elbows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edgar Gonzalez showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gonzalez 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:26
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:26
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edgar Gonzalez!
Edgar Gonzalez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 101
Date: May 01, 2017

#R1#
Rodrigez is looking to land body kicks.
Lee has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Rodrigez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Rodrigez has him pressed against the cage. #TD2#
Rodrigez pulls guard effortlessly.
Lee throwing strikes from guard but Rodrigez blocks nicely.
Rodrigez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigez, not yet.
Lee wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving.
Lee wants to get up but he can't break Rodrigez's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lee is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Jacks Fight Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T1#
Lee looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Lee avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rodrigez working for a triangle but Lee defends it easily. #SUB#
Lee drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lee jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodrigez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lee's guard. #REVB#
Rodrigez makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Rodrigez is in close to Lee's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Rodrigez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Rodrigez stays in close to Lee's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Lee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lee is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Rodrigez makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Rodrigez 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.
Lee will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #T3##SU2#
Rodrigez stands up and waves to Lee to follow him.
Lee closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rodrigez circles away.
Rodrigez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lee shoots in and drives through. Rodrigez sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Lee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lee fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Lee closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodrigez with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Rodrigez leaning against his opponent.
Rodrigez lands a body shot in the clinch. #T4##TD2#
Rodrigez lands a takedown into guard.
Lee wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling the position.
Rodrigez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Lee looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #ES#
Lee is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch on the inside from Lee fails to land. #BC2#
Rodrigez pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rodrigez takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#TD2#
Rodrigez gets a double leg takedown into Lee's guard.
Rodrigez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Rodrigez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Lee is looking for a triangle but Rodrigez pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Lee is looking for a triangle but Rodrigez pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodrigez prevents Lee from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Lee doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
Lee is looking for a triangle but Rodrigez pushes his legs off easily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lee lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lee.
Lee tries for a takedown but Rodrigez circles away easily#CL2#
and Rodrigez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Rodrigez.
Nice body punch from Rodrigez.
Lee goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rodrigez prevents it.
Rodrigez is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Lee pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Lee is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T2#
Rodrigez stalling. #TD2#
Rodrigez manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Lee missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lee throws a strike but Rodrigez rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Lee wants to stand up but Rodrigez is controlling him.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rodrigez's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Rodrigez scoring with some ground and pound. #SU2#
Lee is working an open guard so Rodrigez takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Lee throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Rodrigez moves into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rodrigez is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Lee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Rodrigez keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lee's efforts to push away.#T3##TD2#
Rodrigez gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Lee pushes Rodrigez off looking to stand but Rodrigez dives back in and keeps control.
Lee tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Rodrigez controlling the pace.
Rodrigez working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lee pushes Rodrigez off looking to stand but Rodrigez dives back in and keeps control.
Rodrigez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4##SUB#
Lee is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily.
Lee pushes Rodrigez off but Rodrigez dives into side control.
Lee is working to avoid the ground and pound but Rodrigez connects with a decent elbow. #SUB2#
Rodrigez tries for a kimura but Lee is defending well.
Lee is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Rodrigez working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez scores with punches from side control.
Lee can't do much from the bottom here.
Lee is trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Rodrigez dives in and scores a takedown into Lee's guard.
Lee wants to stand but Rodrigez is controlling the position.
Lee tries to strike from the bottom.
Rodrigez 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.
Lee wants to stand up but Rodrigez is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee trying to strike off his back.
Rodrigez lands a couple of elbows.
Rodrigez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Rodrigez makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lee thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Rodrigez makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Rodrigez scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rodrigez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lee's head.
Rodrigez looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Lee has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodrigez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodrigez makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lee wants to stand up but Rodrigez is controlling him. #SUB2#
Rodrigez drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rodrigez jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SU2#
Lee is working an open guard so Rodrigez takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Lee lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Lee goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Bill Lee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Rodrigez clinches up with Lee and pushes him back against the cage.
Rodrigez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lee wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Rodrigez has hold of one of Lee's legs. Lee is fighting the takedown attempt but Rodrigez gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lee wants to stand up but Rodrigez is controlling him. #T3#
Rodrigez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodrigez cracks Lee with a solid left hand.
Lee is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rodrigez is controlling him.
Rodrigez won't allow Lee to sweep him here.
Lee tries to strike from the bottom.
Lee is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Rodrigez is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#CL#
Lee drives through and clinches with Rodrigez against the cage.
Lee taking a breather.
Rodrigez taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rodrigez keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lee's efforts to push away.
Rodrigez tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Rodrigez looking for a takedown.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rodrigez prevents Lee from breaking the clinch.
Bill Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head punch on the inside from Lee fails to land.
Emanuel Rodrigez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rodrigez dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Emanuel Rodrigez.
I've got Rodrigez 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CEFC 237
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
Gonzalez misses with a series of wild punches.
Rodrigez dodges the punch combination from Gonzalez.
Rodrigez shoots for a double leg takedown but Gonzalez sprawls well. He's pushed Rodrigez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Rodrigez moves into the clinch.#TD#
Gonzalez gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Rodrigez 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.#SUB#
Gonzalez is looking for a kimura here.
Gonzalez is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodrigez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez is nestled in close to Rodrigez, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gonzalez throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Rodrigez to regain full guard.
Gonzalez wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gonzalez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gonzalez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gonzalez stopping the sweep attempt from Rodrigez.
Gonzalez is working Rodrigez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gonzalez scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gonzalez 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.
Gonzalez trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Gonzalez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gonzalez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodrigez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gonzalez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gonzalez preventing the sweep.
Gonzalez lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gonzalez connects with a couple of short punches.
Gonzalez stands and throws Rodrigez's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gonzalez connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Rodrigez some visible discomfort.
Rodrigez taking a bit of punishment here - Gonzalez scoring with strikes. #T3#
Gonzalez wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy.
Gonzalez working the ground and pound.
Gonzalez looks up at the clock and then as Rodrigez takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Gonzalez smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Gonzalez is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodrigez is looking for a sweep.
Rodrigez looks winded!#SUB#
Gonzalez is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Rodrigez is trying to escape and Gonzalez transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Rodrigez is forced to tap! Nice work there by Gonzalez! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Edgar Gonzalez!
A relieved looking Edgar Gonzalez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Emanuel Rodrigez was interviewed post fight and said 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: CEFC 235
Date: Mar 24, 2017

#R1#
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown but Simard shows good takedown defense.
Simard attempts a counter takedown but Rodrigez avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Rodrigez gets caught flat footed, as Simard shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Simard is standing up over Rodrigez. Rodrigez looks to escape but Simard dives into side control. #REVB##SUB#
Simard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rodrigez, who protects the arm well.
Rodrigez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Simard wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Simard wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigez keeps working.
Rodrigez tries to buck Simard off but Simard is having none of it.
We've been hearing that Simard has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simard trying to control the position but Rodrigez is working away.
Rodrigez is looking to reverse the position.#T1##SUB#
Simard looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Simard is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Simard scoring with punches and elbows.
Simard wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy.
Simard working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Simard trying to control the position but Rodrigez is working away. #T2##SUB#
Simard is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodrigez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Simard wants to control for a moment but Rodrigez uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Simard is looking to stall here but Rodrigez recovers full guard.
Simard trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodrigez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Montreal. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T3#
Rodrigez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Simard. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Simard passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Rodrigez tries to buck Simard off but Simard is having none of it.
Simard wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Simard thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Simard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rodrigez, who protects the arm well. #T4#
Rodrigez is looking to reverse the position.
Simard in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB#
Simard tries for a kimura but Rodrigez is defending well.
Rodrigez is not content to let Simard control the position. #SUB#
Simard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rodrigez, who protects the arm well.
Simard is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Simard is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodrigez is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rene Simard dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rodrigez getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD#
Simard scores with a takedown into Rodrigez's guard.#ES2#
Rodrigez pushes Simard off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Rodrigez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Simard takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rodrigez works the jab nicely.#T1##TD#
Simard scores with a takedown into Rodrigez's guard.
Simard trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Rodrigez working for a triangle but Simard defends it easily.
Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Rodrigez keeping full guard, as Simard tries to pass. #T2#
Rodrigez is trying to keep Simard in close. #SUB#
Simard drops back looking for a leg! Rodrigez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rodrigez manages to kick Simard off! Simard jumps back into Rodrigez's guard.
Rene Simard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Simard trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Simard trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Simard closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Simard wants to free his trapped foot but Rodrigez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Simard thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Rodrigez is not content to let Simard control the position.
Simard sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rodrigez defending well though. #T4#
Simard wants to take a breather but Rodrigez is having none of it.
Rodrigez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Simard wants to control from the top but Rodrigez keeps moving.
Simard loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Simard trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Simard pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodrigez is keeping the position for now.
Simard passes Rodrigez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Simard is working for a submission of some sort.
Simard thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Emanuel Rodrigez 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##CL#
Simard clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Simard turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Simard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Simard goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rodrigez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Simard's guard! Nice work there by Rodrigez!
Rodrigez works over Simard with some ground and pound from guard.
Simard might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simard is trying to keep Rodrigez in close.
Rodrigez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Simard is trying to keep Rodrigez in close.
Rodrigez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Simard not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodrigez is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Rodrigez landing some decent shots from guard.
Rodrigez is in close to Simard's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Simard looking to control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rodrigez content to stall in guard here.
Simard 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.
Rodrigez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodrigez trying to stand up but can't free himself from Simard's guard.
Rodrigez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Simard looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Simard not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Rodrigez tries to keep at a distance but Simard has taken the fight into the clinch.
Simard is looking to break free of the clinch but Rodrigez has double underhooks.
Rodrigez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simard stops a takedown attempt from Rodrigez. #TD2#
Rodrigez lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Simard has hold of Rodrigez's hands but Rodrigez slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Simard is looking to improve his position.
Simard is looking to control Rodrigez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Simard avoid being mounted?
Simard is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodrigez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodrigez's back!#SUB#
Simard is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Rodrigez trying to survive by controlling the hands. #SUB#
Simard working for the choke. #T4#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Simard's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB#
Simard is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #ES2#
Rodrigez manages to escape to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Simard throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rodrigez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Simard is in Rodrigez's guard.#ES2#
Rodrigez wriggles free and stands up. #TD#
Simard shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rodrigez napping and manages to drive through into side control!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Emanuel Rodrigez.
I think Rodrigez 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Emanuel Rodrigez!
Emanuel Rodrigez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 09, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Rodrigez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Guerrero on his heels. He'll look to pass Guerrero's guard now, I'm sure.
Guerrero 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.
Guerrero pulls Rodrigez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodrigez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodrigez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Guerrero not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Rodrigez 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.
Guerrero pulls Rodrigez in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guerrero looking for a sweep. Not yet Guerrero, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Guerrero is looking to stand up but Rodrigez isn't so interested in that idea.
Guerrero is controlling Rodrigez's posture.#T1#
Rodrigez works over Guerrero with some ground and pound from guard.
Rodrigez loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rodrigez trying to control but Guerrero is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Guerrero works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Guerrero has Rodrigez pulled in close to control his posture.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Guerrero is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Guerrero is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Guerrero keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodrigez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Guerrero circles away.
As Rodrigez looks to move away, Guerrero throws a big counter combo but Rodrigez just gets out of the way.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Guerrero drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Rodrigez is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Guerrero pulls guard successfully.
Guerrero wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Guerrero is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Guerrero is controlling Rodrigez's posture.
Rodrigez with a flurry of punches that miss.
Guerrero might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodrigez stops Guerrero from standing up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Guerrero has his hands on Rodrigez's head, controlling the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Guerrero working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Guerrero as he avoids it easily.
Nice sprawl there from Guerrero as Rodrigez shoots in.
Curtis Guerrero has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Emanuel Rodrigez.
Rodrigez looks winded!
Rodrigez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Guerrero but Guerrero pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Guerrero lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T4##CL#
Guerrero moves into the clinch.
Rodrigez is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Guerrero has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rodrigez uses from the top position.
Guerrero is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've been informed that Rodrigez has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Guerrero keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
Guerrero seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Guerrero looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
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 Curtis Guerrero will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Rodrigez fails to land the takedown.
Rodrigez throws a head kick but Guerrero moves out of range.
As Rodrigez tries to get set, Guerrero tries to push him back and clinch up but Rodrigez manages to avoid the attempt.
Guerrero lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CL#
Guerrero darts in and clinches Rodrigez up against the cage.#TD#
Guerrero jumps guard and drags Rodrigez to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Guerrero is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Guerrero controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guerrero tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Guerrero keeping moving, preventing Rodrigez from controlling successfully.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.#T1#
Guerrero wants to stand and escape but Rodrigez is having none of it.
Guerrero controls Rodrigez momentarily but Rodrigez frees himself.
Emanuel Rodrigez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Guerrero 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#
Guerrero content to control rather than advance.
Guerrero tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Rodrigez wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Guerrero is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rodrigez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Guerrero takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Rodrigez actively working from the bottom here.
Rodrigez throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Guerrero controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##TD#
Guerrero fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rodrigez sprawls well initially but Guerrero persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Guerrero is stalling here. Rodrigez is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Guerrero seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Rodrigez has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Rodrigez working away.
Guerrero taking punishment in the form of punches. #T4#
Guerrero tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Guerrero is trying to control Rodrigez's posture but Rodrigez avoids it.
Guerrero is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rodrigez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Guerrero taking a bit of punishment here - Rodrigez scoring with strikes.
Guerrero gets back to half guard.
Guerrero preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#ES#
Guerrero manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Rodrigez keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Guerrero is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodrigez can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Guerrero has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rodrigez uses from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Guerrero 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#
Guerrero displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodrigez.
Rodrigez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Guerrero counters with a series of strikes. Rodrigez will be more careful next time no doubt. #TD#
Guerrero closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodrigez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Guerrero is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez punching from the bottom.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rodrigez pushes Guerrero off looking to stand but Guerrero dives back in and keeps control.
Guerrero wants to take a breather but Rodrigez is having none of it. #T1#
Rodrigez strikes from the bottom but Guerrero passes into mount!
Guerrero controlling his opponent.
Guerrero connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Guerrero looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Rodrigez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Guerrero pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Guerrero prevents Rodrigez from getting the reversal.
The referee warns Rodrigez that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Guerrero breaks from Rodrigez's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T2#
Guerrero tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Guerrero wants to finish this one by submission but Rodrigez is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Guerrero.
Guerrero lands a couple of good shots and Rodrigez has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#SUB#
Guerrero is cranking Rodrigez's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Rodrigez! He's tightened the choke and Rodrigez is tapping out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Curtis Guerrero!
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 10, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Diaz shoots in and bounces Rodrigez off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Rodrigez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Diaz presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
Diaz has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Rodrigez regains guard immediately. #ES#
Rodrigez uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Diaz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rodrigez!
Rodrigez tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Rodrigez wants to control but Diaz is having none of it.#T1#
Diaz wants to control the pace but Rodrigez is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Diaz is working for a guillotine from mount but Rodrigez frees his head quite easily.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Rodrigez avoids a series of strikes thrown by Diaz.
Diaz content just to control the position here. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Diaz looking to finish with strikes here!
Diaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodrigez holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Diaz tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Diaz throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Diaz wants to control the pace but Rodrigez is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Diaz thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #T3##SUB2#
Diaz is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Rodrigez is surviving well by controlling Diaz's body position as best he can.
Diaz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodrigez is looking to escape.
Diaz throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Rodrigez because Diaz loaded up on that one.
Diaz unloads with some shots from mount but Rodrigez bucks and avoids them well.
Diaz controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rodrigez is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Rodrigez is working to get back to half guard.
Diaz throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Rodrigez because Diaz loaded up on that one.
Diaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodrigez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Diaz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Diaz shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Diaz showed some decent athleticism there.
Diaz thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Rodrigez's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diaz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodrigez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Diaz wants to pass the guard but Rodrigez is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Diaz is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Rodrigez as he works his way to full guard.
Diaz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##SUB2#
Diaz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rodrigez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Diaz's guard! Nice work there by Rodrigez!
Rodrigez throwing strikes from guard but Diaz blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Diaz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodrigez defends it easily.
Rodrigez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodrigez postures up and lands a big shot to Diaz's brow. #T2#
Diaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Diaz tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Diaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodrigez throwing strikes from guard but Diaz blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Diaz is looking for a triangle here but Rodrigez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #SU#
Rodrigez decides to stand up, so the ref orders Diaz to his feet. #T3#
Diaz stuns Rodrigez with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2#
Diaz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rodrigez did well to prevent Diaz getting side control.
Rodrigez is refusing to be controlled, as Diaz sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diaz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Diaz is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T4#
Diaz is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Rodrigez can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Diaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Let's hope that Diaz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Diaz unloads with some shots from mount but Rodrigez bucks and avoids them well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diaz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Diaz misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Diaz 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Diaz throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #TD2#
Diaz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rodrigez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Diaz is in Rodrigez's guard.
Diaz trying to control but Rodrigez is working from the bottom.
Diaz is pushing down on Rodrigez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodrigez is fighting to maintain full guard but Diaz has managed to sneak the leg through.#SU2#
Diaz decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #CL2#
Diaz moves into range and clinches up with Rodrigez.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Diaz is trying to trip Rodrigez. He has hold of a leg but Rodrigez is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Diaz persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Diaz controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Diaz postures up in Rodrigez's guard and throws a big left but Rodrigez blocks it.
Diaz pushes down on Rodrigez's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Diaz is looking for submissions but instead, Rodrigez has regained full guard.
Diaz won't allow Rodrigez to sweep him here.
Diaz with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Diaz throws an elbow that misses. Rodrigez uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Diaz's guard. Nice move by Rodrigez!#REVR#
Diaz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Rodrigez stopping the sweep attempt from Diaz.
Diaz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodrigez won't allow Diaz to sweep him here.
Rodrigez wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving. #T3#
Diaz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Diaz wants to stand and escape but Rodrigez is having none of it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB2#
Diaz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodrigez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Diaz drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The referee asks Diaz politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Diaz prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Rodrigez is not content to let Diaz control the position. #SUB2#
Diaz is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodrigez is defending well.
Rodrigez tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigez prevents Diaz from moving into mount.
Emanuel Rodrigez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jimmy Diaz is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Rodrigez throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jimmy Diaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Diaz 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jimmy Diaz!
Emanuel Rodrigez spoke after the fight, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 06, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Rodrigez looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Rivera is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Rodrigez scores with a couple of nice shots.
Rodrigez is keen to just control but Rivera is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigez throwing shots but Rivera is blocking nicely.
Rodrigez looks to land a strike but Rivera avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Rivera is trying to control the position but Rodrigez postures up. #SUB#
Rivera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigez scoring with some ground and pound.
Rodrigez with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Rodrigez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rivera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodrigez cracks Rivera with a solid left hand.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodrigez is stalling in the full guard.
Rivera really is a fat lump.
Rodrigez throws an elbow that misses. Rivera uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rodrigez's guard. Nice move by Rivera!#REVR#
Rodrigez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rivera accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Rivera stopping the sweep attempt from Rodrigez.
Rivera missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rodrigez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rivera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rivera might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rivera working some strikes from top position.
Rivera prevents Rodrigez from getting back to his feet.
Rivera lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rivera postures up and lands a big shot to Rodrigez's brow.
Rivera 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.#SUB2#
Rodrigez looking for a guillotine here but Rivera defends easily. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is looking for a triangle here but Rivera uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Rodrigez looks winded!#T3#
Rodrigez is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SU#
Rivera decides to stand back up. Rivera steps back and let's Rodrigez get back to his feet.#TD2#
Rodrigez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rivera was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodrigez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rivera trying to keep a closed guard but Rodrigez is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Rodrigez lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Rivera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodrigez throws a strike but Rivera rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Rodrigez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rivera's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Rivera makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Rivera postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
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 Spencer Rivera will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Rivera changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rodrigez looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Rodrigez bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD2#
Rodrigez shoots in and bounces Rivera off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Rivera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodrigez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodrigez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rodrigez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Rivera avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rodrigez trying to control but Rivera is working from the bottom.
Rodrigez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rivera's head.
Rodrigez is breathing heavily.
Rivera is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodrigez trying to control but Rivera is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rivera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodrigez defends it easily.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Rivera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodrigez defends it easily.
Rodrigez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Rivera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodrigez chips away with some ground and pound.
Rodrigez throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Rodrigez sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Rivera closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rodrigez wants to get back to his feet.
Rivera is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rivera looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rodrigez with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Rivera looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rodrigez with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4#
Rivera landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Rivera is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodrigez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodrigez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodrigez trying to control but Rivera postures up.
Rivera is stalling here. Rodrigez is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rivera seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Rodrigez has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigez throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Rivera works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Rodrigez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Rivera's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Rodrigez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodrigez lands in his opponent's guard.#ES#
Rivera has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Rodrigez is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rivera working aggressively here. #TD2#
Rodrigez has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Rivera is trying to keep an underhook but Rodrigez manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Rivera won't allow Rodrigez to pass to mount. #T1#
Rodrigez lands strikes from half guard.
Rodrigez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Rivera actively working from the bottom here.
Rodrigez thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Rivera's head. #SUB2#
Rodrigez is looking for a kimura but Rivera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rodrigez to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Rivera is defending against the submission attempts here by Rodrigez. #SUB#
Rivera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodrigez pulls his head out easily.
Rivera wants to control but Rodrigez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rodrigez looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rivera with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Rodrigez missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rodrigez controlling the pace.
Rodrigez misses with a head shot. Rivera uses the momentum to regain guard. #SUB#
Rivera escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodrigez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rodrigez with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Rodrigez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rivera is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rivera preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB#
Rodrigez stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Rivera throws up his legs and catches Rodrigez in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Rodrigez tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Rivera! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Spencer Rivera!
In defeat, Emanuel Rodrigez stepped up to the mic, saying 'PUTA!!!'.

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