Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 936 Maluga vs. Trollslayer
Date: Nov 03, 2022

#R1#
Mochinori lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mochinori moves away.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Mochinori misses the target.
Jones Jr blocks a leg kick.
Mochinori misses with a straight left.
Nice jab there from Jones Jr.
Mochinori misses with a straight right.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mochinori was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Mochinori throws an off balance right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Mochinori's ribcage but misses.
Mochinori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mochinori throws a leg kick but Jones Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely. #TD2#
Jones Jr manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Mochinori on his heels. He'll look to pass Mochinori's guard now, I'm sure.
Jones Jr is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
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!
Jones Jr postures up in Mochinori's guard and throws a big left but Mochinori blocks it.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Mochinori keeps moving. #T1##ES#
Mochinori kicks Jones Jr off and gets to his feet.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mochinori is looking to clinch.
Mochinori has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Clark's Champion's in the buildup to the fight.
Jones Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Mochinori counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Mochinori.
Mochinori doesn't manage to clinch there - Jones Jr circles away.
Mochinori misses with a wild body shot.
Mochinori missing with a left hand there. Jones Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Mochinori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Mochinori lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mochinori.
Mochinori takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.#CL#
Mochinori drives through and clinches with Jones Jr against the cage.
Jones Jr is trying to push Mochinori away but Mochinori has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mochinori lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Jones Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Mochinori misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Mochinori controls his hands. #TD2#
Jones Jr jumps guard and drags Mochinori to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Jones Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Mochinori from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jones Jr is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Jones Jr won't allow Mochinori to get back to his feet.
Jones Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mochinori is keeping the position for now.
Mochinori preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Jones Jr content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mochinori looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones Jr is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Mochinori reverses the position - he's now on top in Jones Jr's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mochinori connects with a couple of short punches.
Mochinori trying to control but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Uesugi Mochinori will probably get the nod.
That's time! Mochinori's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Mochinori ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Uesugi Mochinori is winning the standup battle so far.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Mochinori strikes.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Mochinori is just out of range.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
A counter left hand to the body from Mochinori misses its target.
Mochinori staying out of range there.
Mochinori misses with a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Mochinori.
Jones Jr dips to his left and cracks Mochinori with an uppercut!
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mochinori jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Mochinori avoids the punch easily.
Mochinori works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mochinori with a jab.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Mochinori moved out of range.
Jones Jr defending well as Mochinori loads up on a big left hand.
Mochinori misses the jab.
Mochinori looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.#T1#
Mochinori slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with a nice head shot.
Jones Jr blocks a jab.
Mochinori slips a jab from Jones Jr.
Mochinori misses with a body shot.
Mochinori takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Mochinori has managed to clinch.
Mochinori blocking some punches.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Mochinori lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mochinori misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mochinori lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mochinori misses with a punch to the body.
Mochinori working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Mochinori.
Mochinori throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mochinori struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Jones Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Mochinori just stands there and leans against the cage.
Mochinori lands a right hand. #T2#
Jones Jr wants a takedown but no success here.
Jones Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mochinori tries a body shot but Jones Jr blocks it.
Jones Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Mochinori just stands there and leans against the cage.
Uesugi Mochinori has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim Jones Jr.#BC2#
Jones Jr manages to break the clinch.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Mochinori keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Mochinori misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Jones Jr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mochinori throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Mochinori slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Nice defenses there by Mochinori.
Mochinori buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Mochinori strikes.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Mochinori's head but Mochinori sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Mochinori connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mochinori manages to avoid it.
Mochinori throwing a counter right hand but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the body
letting Mochinori counter with a right hand.
Jones Jr misses with a takedown attempt - Mochinori sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mochinori ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Mochinori scoring well with a low kick there. #TD2#
Jones Jr scores with a takedown into Mochinori's guard.

Mochinori manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Mochinori fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mochinori just misses with a punch to the body.
A leg kick checked by Mochinori.
Jones Jr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mochinori counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mochinori swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Jones Jr drops his hands momentarily and Mochinori takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mochinori misses with a straight right.
Mochinori uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Mochinori cracks Jones Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Uesugi Mochinori is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Mochinori does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mochinori takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A jab from Jones Jr misses.
Mochinori ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr dives in and grabs Mochinori's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mochinori pushes down on Jones Jr's head and hops out.
Mochinori swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mochinori stuns Jones Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mochinori throws a low kick, looking for Jones Jr's leg but Jones Jr calmly moves out of range.
Mochinori connects with a jab.
Mochinori fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jones Jr checks it well.
Mochinori scores with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Uesugi Mochinori 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#
Mochinori takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice defenses there by Mochinori.
Jones Jr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mochinori in his tracks.
Jones Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Mochinori counters with an inside leg kick.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mochinori throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Mochinori keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mochinori swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jones Jr misses with a right hand
and Mochinori counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Mochinori moves out of range.
Mochinori slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Mochinori moves away and avoids it.
Mochinori moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mochinori throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mochinori throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Mochinori coming out on top.
Mochinori throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Mochinori throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range. #T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mochinori.
Good standup being displayed there by Jones Jr as he connects with a hook.
Jones Jr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
That kick from Jones Jr tenderised Mochinori's leg. Mochinori is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jones Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mochinori throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr walks into a left hand.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Mochinori counters with a nice uppercut.
A big left from Mochinori misses.
Jones Jr closes the distance and clinches up with Mochinori, looking for a takedown. Jones Jr pushes Mochinori against the cage but Mochinori circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Mochinori lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mochinori lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Mochinori cracks a nice hook into Jones Jr's ribs.
Mochinori throws a body kick that misses.
Uesugi Mochinori is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Mochinori scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mochinori looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Mochinori just misses with a punch to the body.
Mochinori misses with a looping right.
Jones Jr blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mochinori avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Both fighters circling a little - Mochinori finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Mochinori misses with a body shot
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Mochinori is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones Jr can do to turn this around?
Mochinori ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Mochinori walks into a straight right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr lands with a right hand.
A big right from Mochinori misses.
A nice side step and Jones Jr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Mochinori counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Mochinori moved out of range.#T3#
Mochinori dips to his left and cracks Jones Jr with an uppercut!
Mochinori wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Mochinori.
Donk. Mochinori catches Jones Jr right on the button with a cross.
Mochinori scores with the left hand. Jones Jr knows he should have avoided that one.
Mochinori misses with a hook
and Jones Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Mochinori throws a right hand that Jones Jr ducks under and follows up with a left that Jones Jr also avoids with ease.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An inside leg kick from Mochinori misses.
Jones Jr works Mochinori's body with a nice hook.
Mochinori moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Jones Jr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mochinori moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Mochinori went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mochinori tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jones Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jones Jr is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mochinori with a body shot.
Mochinori lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mochinori looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Mochinori staying out of range there.
Mochinori lands a two punch combo.
Jones Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mochinori. That's going to slow Jones Jr down.
Mochinori ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mochinori throws a sloppy head kick and Jones Jr moves out of range easily.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
Mochinori cracks Jones Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mochinori connects with an inside leg kick.
Mochinori ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Mochinori counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones Jr swings for the body but Mochinori moves out of range.
Jones Jr looks to land a combination but Mochinori avoids it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mochinori digs a good hook to Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mochinori.
Mochinori 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. #CL#
Mochinori moves into the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Uesugi Mochinori showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mochinori 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SYN 910 Leifsson vs. Maluga II
Date: Jun 26, 2022

#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jones Jr enables Rishkinov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jones Jr manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jones Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr wants to sweep here but Rishkinov controlling him for the moment.
Jones Jr has momentary wrist control but Rishkinov slips an elbow through the middle.
Rishkinov landing some decent shots from guard.
Rishkinov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rishkinov throws an elbow that misses. Jones Jr uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rishkinov's guard. Nice move by Jones Jr!#REVB##SUB#
Rishkinov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr won't allow Rishkinov to sweep him here.
Jones Jr sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Rishkinov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Jones Jr wants to pass the guard but Rishkinov is keeping the position.
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rishkinov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Jones Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rishkinov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jones Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Rishkinov's legs - danger averted.
Jones Jr preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Rishkinov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jones Jr is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Rishkinov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jones Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jones Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rishkinov is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up. #T2#
Jones Jr postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Rishkinov is controlling Jones Jr's posture.#SUB#
Rishkinov working for submissions but it's allowed Jones Jr to get to half guard.
Rishkinov trying to hold on to Jones Jr's head to control him but Jones Jr postures up.
Rishkinov wants to get back to full guard but Jones Jr has mounted him!
Rishkinov is looking to improve his position but Jones Jr isn't that keen on the idea.
Jones Jr lands with some strikes.
Rishkinov tries to reverse the position but Jones Jr maintains control.
Jones Jr scoring with strikes but Rishkinov is staying in there. #T3#
Jones Jr with the ground and pound from mount.
Rishkinov tries to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away. #SUB2#
Jones Jr jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Rishkinov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Rishkinov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jones Jr wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rishkinov sneaks back into half guard.
Rishkinov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jones Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jones Jr's back!#SUB#
Rishkinov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Rishkinov controlling well, preventing Jones Jr from escaping the position. #T4#
Rishkinov is working the ground and pound. Can Jones Jr escape?
Rishkinov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Rishkinov lands with a hammerfist to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Rishkinov trying to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr tries to escape the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr trying to control the hands but Rishkinov breaks the grip.
Jones Jr rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rishkinov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Serhey Rishkinov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Rishkinov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rishkinov lands a nice looking body shot.
Rishkinov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov throws a head kick but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Rishkinov.
Jones Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A big left from Rishkinov misses.
Jones Jr clobbers Rishkinov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rishkinov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Jones Jr throws a looping overhand right but Rishkinov ducks down to avoid it.
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Rishkinov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rishkinov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jones Jr on the side of the head.
Jones Jr slips under a jab from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr connects with the punch.
Rishkinov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
No joy there for Rishkinov, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T1#
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr throws out a powerful jab.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Rishkinov avoids it easily.
Rishkinov connects with an inside leg kick.
Rishkinov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Rishkinov looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rishkinov ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Rishkinov misses with an uppercut.
Rishkinov throws a head kick that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Rishkinov moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Jones Jr misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Rishkinov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rishkinov.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rishkinov.
Jones Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Rishkinov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rishkinov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Rishkinov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rishkinov cracks Jones Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Rishkinov thuds a left hand into Jones Jr's body.
Rishkinov throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr cracks Rishkinov with an open hand slap.
Rishkinov throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Rishkinov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
Rishkinov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rishkinov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Rishkinov swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rishkinov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rishkinov was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Rishkinov tries to counter with a takedown but Jones Jr is quick to defend against it.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Rishkinov's head but Rishkinov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Rishkinov misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Rishkinov lands a nice looking body kick.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rishkinov moves away.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Rishkinov moves out of range.
Rishkinov slips a jab from Jones Jr.
Rishkinov looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Rishkinov is looking to chop away at Jones Jr's legs.
Jones Jr doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Serhey Rishkinov is winning the standup battle so far.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rishkinov.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rishkinov throws a body kick that misses.
Nice jab there from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov throws a wild body kick that Jones Jr sees coming a mile off.
Serhey Rishkinov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Rishkinov was well out of range.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Rishkinov's ribcage but misses.
Rishkinov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD2#
Rishkinov gets caught napping as Jones Jr dives in and scores a takedown. Rishkinov manages to retain guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rishkinov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Rishkinov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
Jones Jr slips nicely into half guard.
Rishkinov is doing well to control the position and prevent Jones Jr from advancing to side control.
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rishkinov keeps working.
Rishkinov wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping busy.
Rishkinov is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Rishkinov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Rishkinov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jones Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rishkinov momentarily.
Jones Jr moves forwards but Rishkinov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Rishkinov avoids it easily.#TD#
Rishkinov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Rishkinov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jones Jr is looking to improve his position.
Rishkinov 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.
Jones Jr controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rishkinov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jones Jr keeps working. #T1#
Jones Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Rishkinov controlling the action here.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Rishkinov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jones Jr doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rishkinov. #SUB#
Rishkinov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Rishkinov working over Jones Jr with some ground and pound. Jones Jr looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Rishkinov slips a nice elbow through Jones Jr's hands, connecting with Jones Jr's forehead.
Rishkinov throwing shots but Jones Jr is blocking nicely.
Jones Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jones Jr wants to sweep here but Rishkinov controlling him for the moment.
Rishkinov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Jones Jr 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.
Rishkinov advances position into side control!
Jones Jr is not content to let Rishkinov control the position.
Jones Jr is trying to improve his position.
Rishkinov lands an elbow.
Jones Jr takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T4#
Rishkinov with the ground and pound but Jones Jr regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Rishkinov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones Jr's head.
Rishkinov is trying to control the action in half guard but Jones Jr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Jones Jr wants to control but Rishkinov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Jones Jr tries to roll over but Rishkinov keeps him under control.
Rishkinov is looking to take a break and control but Jones Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rishkinov prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Serhey Rishkinov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rishkinov 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Serhey Rishkinov!
A very excited looking Serhey Rishkinov 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: SYN 897 Maluga vs. Leifsson
Date: May 08, 2022

#R1#
Noir misses with a looping left.
Noir lands a jab-cross combination.
Noir slips a jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr stuns Noir with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Noir works Jones Jr's body with a nice hook.
Noir jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Noir definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Noir.
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the head.
Nice defenses there by Noir.
Jones Jr lands a head shot.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Noir blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Noir slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Noir swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
A slow jab from Noir misses its intended target.
Noir tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Noir.
Jones Jr misses with a right hand
and Noir counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.#T1#
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Noir slips the punch.
Noir ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr tries a quick counter leg kick but Noir is wise to it.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr lands a jab to the head.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Noir sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Noir shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jones Jr pinned against the cage. Jones Jr gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Noir misses the jab.
Noir stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones Jr lands a nice hook to Noir's body. Noir takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left. #T2#
Noir ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Noir throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
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!
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Noir.#TD#
Noir scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Noir is looking to take a break and control but Jones Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jones Jr is looking to regain half guard here but Noir keeps moving and retains side control.
Noir happy to just control the position for now.
Jones Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Jones Jr tries to roll over but Noir keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Noir lands a nice short elbow.
Noir wants to pass the guard but Jones Jr is defending well.
Jones Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Noir's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Noir's back!
You can see the frustration on Noir's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Noir is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr controlling well, preventing Noir from escaping the position. #T4##SUB2#
Jones Jr 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, Noir has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Noir tries to roll but Jones Jr sticks to his back. #SUB2#
Jones Jr is looking for the choke from the back position but Noir is controlling his hands well.
Jones Jr trying to control.
Noir trying to control but not successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jones Jr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Noir.
Noir keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Noir on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Noir moves out of range.
Noir keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr stuns Noir with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Noir misses the target.
Noir slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Noir doesn't seem bothered though.
Noir misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Noir moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Noir sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the body.
Jones Jr jabs Noir right on the nose. Noir blinks but takes it well.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Noir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Noir throwing a counter right hand but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Noir looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.#T1#
Noir misses with a wild body shot.
Jones Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jones Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Noir cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Noir dodges the punch combination from Jones Jr.
A counter left hand to the body from Noir misses its target.
Noir ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Noir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Noir.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Noir wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Noir throws a big shot that misses.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Noir.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.#TD#
Noir closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jones Jr's guard.
Noir is working Jones Jr over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jones Jr trying to control the position.
Noir working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Noir postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Noir postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Jones Jr is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Noir, into his guard. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Noir has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jones Jr is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Noir has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Jones Jr is looking to defend but Noir has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Jones Jr! Noir pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Jones Jr taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). James Noir!
An out of breath James Noir thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 876 Caunt vs. Barbosa
Date: Feb 12, 2022

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Jones Jr as Kosmanov shoots in.
A lazy left from Jones Jr finds it's target.#CL#
Kosmanov darts in and clinches Jones Jr up against the cage.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Jones Jr fails to land. #TD#
Kosmanov jumps into guard, dragging Jones Jr to the mat.
Kosmanov 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.
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kosmanov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kosmanov wants to sweep here but Jones Jr controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov trying to strike off his back. #SUB#
Kosmanov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Jones Jr working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Kosmanov is pulling down on Jones Jr's head to control his posture.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Kosmanov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Jones Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jones Jr distracts Kosmanov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jones Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kosmanov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jones Jr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jones Jr slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Kosmanov.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Kosmanov is looking for a sweep. Jones Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Jones Jr is working for a submission of some sort.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kosmanov trying to control here.
Jones Jr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jones Jr scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kosmanov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jones Jr is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Kosmanov trying to control from the bottom.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
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. Jones Jr connects with a nice short shot to Kosmanov's temple.
Jones Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kosmanov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jones Jr lands strikes from half guard.
Jones Jr wants to pass to mount but Kosmanov is defending the position.
Kosmanov is trying to get back to full guard.
Jones Jr wants to free his trapped foot but Kosmanov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jones Jr slips a nice elbow through Kosmanov's hands, connecting with Kosmanov's forehead.#T4#
Kosmanov misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Kosmanov wants to improve his position but Jones Jr is controlling well.
Jones Jr looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kosmanov is looking to improve his position.
Kosmanov is pressing down on Jones Jr's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Kosmanov keeps moving. #SUB#
Kosmanov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jones Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jones Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kosmanov's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jones Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kosmanov.
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Kosmanov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jab by Jones Jr.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Kosmanov fails with a takedown attempt.
Jones Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice jab there from Jones Jr.
Kosmanov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Kosmanov shoots in for a takedown but Jones Jr shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Kosmanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Kosmanov drives through with a takedown into Jones Jr's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kosmanov tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones Jr is retaining full guard.
Jones Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kosmanov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kosmanov is looking for a triangle but Jones Jr pushes his legs off easily.
Jones Jr trying to control but Kosmanov is working from the bottom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Kosmanov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr wants to pass the guard but Kosmanov is keeping the position.
Jones Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Kosmanov's brow.
Jones Jr trying to control but Kosmanov is working from the bottom.
Kosmanov throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB#
Kosmanov working for a triangle but Jones Jr defends it easily.
Kosmanov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jones Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Kosmanov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jones Jr can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kosmanov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
Kosmanov has his hands on Jones Jr's head, controlling the position.
Jones Jr is in close to Kosmanov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kosmanov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Jones Jr has momentary wrist control but Kosmanov slips an elbow through the middle.#T3##SUB2#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kosmanov is aware though and is defending well.
Kosmanov won't allow Jones Jr to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Jones Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kosmanov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kosmanov stopping the sweep attempt from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kosmanov pulls Jones Jr in close to prevent any damage.
Jim Jones Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jones Jr stands up over Kosmanov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jones Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kosmanov's head.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Kosmanov keeping full guard, as Jones Jr tries to pass.
Kosmanov striking from the bottom here.
Kosmanov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kosmanov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Kosmanov has wrist control.
Kosmanov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kosmanov, not yet.
Jones Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kosmanov is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Kosmanov fails to land the takedown.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Kosmanov moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kosmanov.#TD#
Kosmanov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kosmanov showed some decent athleticism there.
Jones Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jones Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jones Jr.
Kosmanov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kosmanov is posturing up here but Jones Jr has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Kosmanov tries to roll out but it's too tight and Kosmanov has to tap! Slick submission there by Jones Jr!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jim Jones Jr!
After winning the bout, Jim Jones Jr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SYN 872 Barbarian vs. Knox
Date: Jan 29, 2022

#R1#
Rishkinov throws a good cross that connects.
Crunch! Rishkinov slams his shin into Jones Jr's torso.
Jones Jr takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rishkinov lands with a right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov lands with a nice body kick.
Jones Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jones Jr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rishkinov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jones Jr. Jones Jr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Rishkinov is out of range.
Rishkinov misses with a kick to the body.
Rishkinov misses with a hook
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab from Rishkinov finds it's way through Jones Jr's defenses. #TD#
Rishkinov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rishkinov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jones Jr is trying to control Rishkinov's posture but Rishkinov avoids it.
Jones Jr is trying to improve his position.
Rishkinov working the head with strikes. #T1#
Rishkinov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Jones Jr is avoiding damage well.
Rishkinov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Jones Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Rishkinov lands an elbow.
Rishkinov throws an elbow but Jones Jr slips to the side and avoids it well.
Jones Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Rishkinov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rishkinov is working Jones Jr over with some ground and pound from side control.
Jones Jr is trying to improve his position.
Jones Jr is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep.
Rishkinov cracks Jones Jr with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Rishkinov scoring with punches and elbows.
Rishkinov trying to control the action but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
Rishkinov working the ground and pound.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Rishkinov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rishkinov lands a decent elbow from side control. #T3#
Rishkinov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep.
Rishkinov is working Jones Jr over with some ground and pound from side control.
Rishkinov is looking to take a break and control but Jones Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rishkinov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Rishkinov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Rishkinov cracks Jones Jr with a big elbow.
Jones Jr is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Rishkinov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Jones Jr takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Jones Jr tries to bench press Rishkinov off him but Rishkinov keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Rishkinov working the ground and pound.#SUB#
Rishkinov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jones Jr, who protects the arm well.
Rishkinov cracks Jones Jr with a big elbow.
Rishkinov scoring with punches and elbows.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr is not content to let Rishkinov control the position.
Rishkinov working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Rishkinov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rishkinov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Serhey Rishkinov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Rishkinov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jones Jr did well to prevent Rishkinov getting side control.
Jones Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jones Jr.#SUB2#
Jones Jr has his foot on Rishkinov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rishkinov works his way back into a safe position though.
Rishkinov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones Jr can do to turn this around?
Rishkinov trying to control but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
Rishkinov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Serhey Rishkinov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones Jr is trying to control the position but Rishkinov postures up.
Jones Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rishkinov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rishkinov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine here but Rishkinov defends easily.
Rishkinov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Jones Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Jones Jr has his foot on Rishkinov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rishkinov works his way back into a safe position though.
Rishkinov works over Jones Jr with some ground and pound from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Jones Jr looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rishkinov landing some decent shots from guard.
Rishkinov with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Jones Jr is looking for a triangle but Rishkinov pushes his legs off easily.
Rishkinov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rishkinov pushes down on Jones Jr's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Rishkinov working Jones Jr over with strikes.
Jones Jr is staying active underneath Rishkinov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Jones Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Rishkinov.
Rishkinov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rishkinov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rishkinov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Rishkinov is keen to just control but Jones Jr is a slippery customer.#T3#
Rishkinov is really struggling to control Jones Jr but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Jones Jr is trying to maintain the position but Rishkinov is very close to passing his half guard.
Jones Jr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jones Jr wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Jones Jr is looking for a triangle but Rishkinov pushes his legs off easily.
Rishkinov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard here.
Rishkinov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rishkinov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4##SUB2#
Jones Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rishkinov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rishkinov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rishkinov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Jones Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rishkinov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Jones Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rishkinov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jones Jr looking to control.
Jones Jr 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Serhey Rishkinov dominated that second round.
That's time! Rishkinov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Rishkinov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jones Jr tries to roll over but Rishkinov keeps him under control.
Rishkinov lands with a punch from half guard.
Rishkinov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Rishkinov is trying to control the action in half guard but Jones Jr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Jones Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Jones Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rishkinov trying to control but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rishkinov sitting in guard here, content to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jones Jr is on top in guard. #REVB##T1#
Jones Jr forces his way into half guard.
Rishkinov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rishkinov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Rishkinov keeps moving. #SUB#
Rishkinov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rishkinov wants to sweep but no luck.
Jones Jr advances to half guard. #T2#
Rishkinov trying to control here.
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rishkinov keeps working.
Rishkinov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rishkinov taking some punishment here, with Jones Jr in his half guard.
Rishkinov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jones Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jones Jr's back!
Jones Jr tries to roll but Rishkinov sticks to his back.
Jones Jr tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Rishkinov looking to finish Jones Jr with some ground and pound. This is bad for Jones Jr!
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Serhey Rishkinov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rishkinov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Rishkinov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jones Jr wants to control but Rishkinov is having none of it.
Rishkinov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones Jr is squirming around, avoiding Rishkinov's attempts to control the action.
Jones Jr bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Rishkinov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rishkinov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rishkinov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jones Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jones Jr won't allow Rishkinov to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Jones Jr thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rishkinov seems keen to control Jones Jr's posture.

And that's the end of the fight!
Serhey Rishkinov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rishkinov 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Serhey Rishkinov!
Serhey Rishkinov 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: SYN 866 Al Din vs. Whymer 3
Date: Jan 08, 2022

#R1#
Zaadha lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Zaadha throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Zaadha cracks a nice hook into Jones Jr's ribs.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Zaadha throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Jones Jr decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Zaadha's guard.
Zaadha is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Jones Jr dives into side control. #REVB#
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zaadha keeps working.
We've been hearing that Jones Jr has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Jones Jr laying and praying for a moment but Zaadha takes advantage and regains half guard.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Zaadha dodges it nicely.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Zaadha to regain full guard. #T1#
Jones Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Zaadha wants to get back to his feet but Jones Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Zaadha is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Jones Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Zaadha presses Jones Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Zaadha misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones Jr drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A hook to the body from Jones Jr.
Zaadha fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Zaadha blocks it.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zaadha lands a damaging elbow.
Zaadha misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good body shot from Zaadha.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Zaadha.
Zaadha prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Zaadha has a couple of punches blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
A hook to the body from Jones Jr.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Zaadha.
Zaadha tries to work over Jones Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Jones Jr.
Zaadha stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Zaadha misses with a body punch.
Zaadha misses with the head strike.
Zaadha throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr blocks an elbow strike from Zaadha.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Zaadha avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jones Jr. #T3#
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Zaadha.
Zaadha pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Zaadha is leaning against Jones Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jones Jr tries to work over Zaadha's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Zaadha pushes Jones Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Zaadha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jones Jr is looking to break free of the clinch but Zaadha has double underhooks.
Jones Jr has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Zaadha is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD#
Jones Jr is trying to trip Zaadha. He has hold of a leg but Zaadha is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jones Jr persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Jones Jr won't allow Zaadha to get back to his feet.
Zaadha tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zaadha keeping full guard, as Jones Jr tries to pass.
Zaadha bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jones Jr's guard. #REVB##T4#
Zaadha advances position into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep.
Zaadha trying to control the action but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr is not content to let Zaadha control the position.
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ri Zaadha will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Zaadha swings widly with a right hand
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zaadha throws a right hand that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Zaadha.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Zaadha moves out of range of the strikes.
Zaadha is looking to chop away at Jones Jr's legs.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zaadha manages to avoid it.
Zaadha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Jones Jr is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zaadha.
Jones Jr with a hook.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Nice defenses there by Zaadha.#T1#
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Zaadha.
Zaadha feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jones Jrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Zaadha throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Zaadha misses with an uppercut.
Zaadha moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Nice shot by Zaadha.
Zaadha misses with a hook.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zaadha cracks Jones Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Zaadha tests Jones Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A cross from Zaadha lands.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Zaadha slips the punch.
Zaadha cracks a nice hook into Jones Jr's ribs.#T2#
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zaadha.
Jones Jr misses with a jab to the body
and Zaadha counters with a nice low kick that buckles Jones Jr's knee momentarily.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Zaadha moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zaadha slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zaadha has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Zaadha jabs Jones Jr right on the nose. Jones Jr blinks but takes it well.
Zaadha avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Jones Jr lands an overhand right.
Zaadha tried to score with a low kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Zaadha misses with a body shot.
Zaadha looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ri Zaadha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Zaadha fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ri Zaadha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zaadha throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr moves forwards but Zaadha connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Zaadha takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Zaadha lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Zaadha throws a front kick that sends Jones Jr stumbling back into the cage.
Jones Jr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Zaadha connects with the punch.
Zaadha slips under a jab.
Zaadha loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Zaadha needs to keep his hands up - Jones Jr had a free shot at his head there.
Zaadha thuds a left hand into Jones Jr's body.
Zaadha misses the jab.#T4#
Zaadha scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaadha throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Jones Jr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Zaadha looks to throw the jab but Jones Jr is out of range.
Zaadha uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Zaadha lands a jab to Jones Jr's midsection.
Zaadha jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jones Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Zaadha misses with a low kick.
Zaadha throws a nice inside leg kick.
Zaadha misses with an attempted mid kick.
Zaadha connects with a crisp jab.
Zaadha looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ri Zaadha showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
The fighters circling - Zaadha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
Zaadha let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Zaadha throws a half hearted mid kick.
Good shot there by Zaadha.
Jones Jr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
That kick from Zaadha tenderised Jones Jr's leg. Jones Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zaadha was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr backing away here, and Zaadha unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The fighters circling - Zaadha throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Zaadha pushes Jones Jr away with a front kick.
Zaadha lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Jones Jr defending well as Zaadha loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Zaadha throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zaadha looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Zaadha avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zaadha swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zaadha misses with a low kick.
Zaadha misses with an attempted mid kick.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Zaadha lands a nice shot to the body.
Zaadha scores with a leg kick.
Zaadha connects with a leg kick.
Zaadha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Zaadha uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jones Jr has time to react.
Zaadha punishes Jones Jr's body with a nice straight punch.
Ri Zaadha is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Zaadha walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Zaadha looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zaadha with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zaadha keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Zaadha, as that shot connected.
Zaadha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Zaadha chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ri Zaadha seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zaadha.
Zaadha scores with a jab to the body.
Zaadha tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Zaadha.
Jones Jr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Zaadha in his tracks.
Jones Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Zaadha counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jones Jr thinking.
Nice body kick there by Zaadha.#T3#
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Zaadha.
Zaadha throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Zaadha.
Jones Jr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Zaadha.
Zaadha connects with the punch.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Zaadha on the side of the head.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Zaadha saw that one coming.
Zaadha throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Zaadha throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Zaadha has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zaadha throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jones Jr throws a hook but Zaadha avoids it easily.
Jones Jr moves forwards but Zaadha connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Zaadha misses the shot to the body.
Jones Jr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Zaadha.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Zaadha connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jones Jr scrambles back to his feet.
Zaadha lands with a right hand.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zaadha.
Zaadha fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jones Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Jones Jr lands with a good body shot.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Zaadha.
Zaadha avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ri Zaadha comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Zaadha 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ri Zaadha!
Ri Zaadha decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 860 Al Din vs. Hopkins
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fudd manages to avoid it.
Fudd appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fudd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Fudd shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fudd takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fudd shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jones Jr as he avoids it easily.
Jones Jr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jones Jr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fudd in his tracks. #CUT#It looks like Wilmerr Fudd has been cut.
Jones Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC#Fudd is rocked!
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jones Jr jabs Fudd to the body, keeping him at a distance.#KD#
Jones Jr lands a big right hand that sends Fudd crashing to the mat! Jones Jr stays standing though and waves Fudd back to his feet!
Fudd is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones Jr finish him?#T1##KD#
Jones Jr feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Fudd sprawling to the canvas! Fudd rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Jones Jr finish him?!
Jones Jr fakes the body blow, causing Fudd to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Fudd goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jim Jones Jr!
A very excited looking Jim Jones Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SYN 854 Final Battle
Date: Nov 27, 2021

#R1#
Jones Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bissainthe's head.
Bissainthe misses with a body kick.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bissainthe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jones Jr connects with the punch.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Bissainthe misses the shot to the body.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick which misses Jones Jr's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones Jr tries to avoid it.
Bissainthe misses with a wild body shot.
Good exchange - Bissainthe coming out on top.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones Jr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bissainthe under the eye.
Bissainthe misses with an uppercut.
Jones Jr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bissainthe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Jones Jr works the jab nicely.
Bissainthe misses with a wild body shot.
Bissainthe throws a shot to the body.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bissainthe was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Jones Jr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Nice body kick there by Bissainthe.
A jab from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the head.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Bissainthe moved out of range.
Bissainthe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bissainthe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones Jr's sensitive parts.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.
A big right from Bissainthe misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Bissainthe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bissainthe ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
An inside leg kick from Bissainthe misses.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Toussaint Bissainthe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Good leg kick by Bissainthe.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Bissainthe.
Bissainthe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bissainthe takes one on the button.#T2#
A big right from Bissainthe misses.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Bissainthe pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Bissainthe moves out of range.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bissainthe.
Jones Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the body
and Bissainthe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bissainthe misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Bissainthe throws a solid leg kick but Jones Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bissainthe.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Bissainthe does a little dance to reset his feet.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones Jr.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Bissainthe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bissainthe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr with the counter takedown but Bissainthe avoids it easily.
Bissainthe throws a big shot that misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Jones Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A telegraphed right hand from Bissainthe misses the target.
Bissainthe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Bissainthe fakes the leg kick and cracks Jones Jr in the body.
Bissainthe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T3#
Bissainthe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Bissainthe blocks it.
Jones Jr throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bissainthe counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Bissainthe slips the punch.
Bissainthe swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr connects with a single shot there.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bissainthe.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jones Jr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bissainthe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bissainthe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bissainthe is looking to counter punch.
Jones Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Bissainthe throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Jones Jr throws a sloppy body shot
and Bissainthe counters with a body kick that stops Jones Jr in his tracks momentarily.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Bissainthe throws a body kick.
Toussaint Bissainthe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bissainthe takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr defending well as Bissainthe loads up on a big left hand.
Bissainthe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T4#
Bissainthe connects with a solid leg kick.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jones Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd cheers as Bissainthe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Jones Jr thuds a left hand into Bissainthe's body.
Bissainthe slips a jab from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe wants to slow Jones Jr down by chopping away at his legs.
Bissainthe throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Bissainthe slips the punch.
Bissainthe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Some bone on bone action there as Jones Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bissainthe throws out the jab.
Jones Jr tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Bissainthe is just out of range.
Bissainthe scores with a nice right hand.
Bissainthe lands a jab to Jones Jr's midsection.
Bissainthe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toussaint Bissainthe dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jones Jr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Jones Jr might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bissainthe has got the better of the exchanges.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Bissainthe avoids it easily.
Nice body kick from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe staying out of range there.
Bissainthe tried to counter with a leg kick but Jones Jr avoided it.
Bissainthe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones Jr can do to turn this around?
Bissainthe cracks a nice hook into Jones Jr's ribs.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bissainthe.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jones Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Bissainthe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jones Jr under the eye.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Bissainthe cracks Jones Jr with a good jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Bissainthe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr cracks Bissainthe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bissainthe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Bissainthe strikes.
Bissainthe is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Toussaint Bissainthe is winning the standup battle so far.
Jones Jr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Bissainthe scores with a nice body kick.
Bissainthe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones Jr's sensitive parts.
Bissainthe throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Bissainthe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bissainthe on the side of the head.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Bissainthe avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bissainthe misses with a leg kick.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick that misses.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Bissainthe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bissainthe with a nice calf kick.
Bissainthe throws a solid leg kick but Jones Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a low kick, looking for Jones Jr's leg but Jones Jr calmly moves out of range.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Bissainthe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bissainthe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bissainthe looks for the body kick but Jones Jr saw that one coming. #T2#
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!
Bissainthe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Bissainthe misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bissainthe moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Bissainthe moved out of range.
Bissainthe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr with the counter takedown but Bissainthe avoids it easily.
Bissainthe with the inside leg kick.
Bissainthe scores with a jab. Jones Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Bissainthe is looking to slow Jones Jr down with leg kicks.
Bissainthe misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bissainthe pulls Jones Jr in close to prevent any damage.
Bissainthe is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jones Jr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Bissainthe pulls Jones Jr in close to prevent any damage.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Bissainthe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bissainthe wants to sweep here but Jones Jr controlling him for the moment.
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bissainthe controlling Jones Jr's posture. #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.
Bissainthe trying to keep a closed guard but Jones Jr is proving a slippery customer.
Bissainthe is controlling Jones Jr's posture.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jones Jr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Bissainthe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bissainthe walks into a left hand.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Bissainthe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bissainthe swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bissainthe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Toussaint Bissainthe will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Jones Jr lands a right hook to the body.
Bissainthe connects with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Bissainthe's shoulder, as Bissainthe tries to avoid the shot.
A leg kick checked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Bissainthe moved out of range nicely.
Bissainthe catches Jones Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bissainthe misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A counter left hand to the body from Bissainthe misses its target.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Bissainthe misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bissainthe.
Jones Jr misses with a hook. Bissainthe ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bissainthe throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Bissainthe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bissainthe moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Bissainthe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but Jones Jr avoids it.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bissainthe defends it well.
Bissainthe moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Bissainthe throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Bissainthe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Bissainthe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bissainthe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bissainthe tries a low kick but Jones Jr avoids it.
Bissainthe tried to score with a low kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bissainthe defends it well.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Bissainthe saw that one coming.
Bissainthe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bissainthe defends it well.
A jab from Jones Jr does it's job there.
Bissainthe with a nice calf kick.
Bissainthe is looking to score with low kicks.
Bissainthe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bissainthe throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bissainthe lands with an overhand left.
Bissainthe is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
Good standup being displayed there by Bissainthe as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr feints the counter takedown.
Bissainthe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jones Jr.
Bissainthe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bissainthe walks into a left hand.
Bissainthe looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Jones Jr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice body punch from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Bissainthe moves away and avoids it.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Bissainthe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Bissainthe.
Bissainthe lands with a hook. Jones Jr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jones Jr cracks Bissainthe with an open hand slap.
Jones Jr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bissainthe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Bissainthe throws a hook but Jones Jr blocks it.
Bissainthe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones Jr.#T3#
Jones Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bissainthe jabs at Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jones Jr tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jones Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bissainthe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
A cross from Jones Jr lands.
Bissainthe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but Jones Jr avoids it.
Bissainthe moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Bissainthe misses with a hook.
Bissainthe swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Bissainthe saw that one coming.
Bissainthe fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jones Jr checks it well.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jones Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr moves out of range as Bissainthe throws a body kick.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bissainthe cracks Jones Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bissainthe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones Jr's sensitive parts.
Bissainthe cracks Jones Jr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bissainthe moves away.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Bissainthe connects with a solid leg kick.
Bissainthe fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jones Jr checks it well.
Bissainthe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bissainthe was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Nice cross by Jones Jr.
Bissainthe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bissainthe.
Bissainthe misses with a low kick as Jones Jr jumps back.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Bissainthe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Toussaint Bissainthe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bissainthe.

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

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

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

Event: SYN 847 Po vs. Al Din
Date: Oct 31, 2021

#R1#
Jones Jr needs to keep his hands up - Zaadha had a free shot at his head there.
Zaadha with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Zaadha.
Jones Jr needs to keep his hands up - Zaadha had a free shot at his head there.
Zaadha chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Zaadha stuns Jones Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zaadha.
Zaadha throws a hook but Jones Jr blocks it.
Zaadha connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Zaadha throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Zaadha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Zaadha connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaadha connects with a single shot there.
We've been told by Zaadha's head coaches at Academia dos Brasucas that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zaadha moves away.
Zaadha misses with a body shot.
Zaadha throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Jones Jr counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jones Jr. #ES#
Zaadha is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Jones Jr gets through Zaadha's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Zaadha pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Zaadha is out of range.
Zaadha scoring well with a low kick there.
Jones Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zaadha at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zaadha moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Zaadha dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jones Jr. That did some damage!
Zaadha fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Zaadha defends it well.
Zaadha moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
Zaadha misses with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Zaadha darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Zaadha lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Zaadha closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Zaadha throws a hook but Jones Jr blocks it.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Zaadha moves away and avoids it.
Jones Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Zaadha is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jones Jr slips under a jab from Zaadha.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Zaadha takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jones Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jones Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Zaadha counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Zaadha rather than just go for the knockout.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Zaadha swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Zaadha.#T3#
Zaadha throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zaadha misses with a right hand
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
Zaadha tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Zaadha.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Zaadha strikes.
Zaadha moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Zaadha waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Zaadha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Zaadha's ribcage but misses.
Zaadha connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jones Jr lands with a cross.
Zaadha lands with a shot to the body.
Zaadha misses with a straight right.
Jones Jr feints the counter takedown.
Jones Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zaadha fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jones Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zaadha throws a poor cross that misses
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
Zaadha swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Jones Jr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Jones Jr shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zaadha's guard.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Zaadha keeps moving.
Zaadha avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Jones Jr drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Zaadha manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Jones Jr has Zaadha in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zaadha is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ri Zaadha dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jones Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Zaadha connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jones Jr scrambles back to his feet.
Zaadha tries to score with a low kick but Jones Jr moves his leg out of the way.
Zaadha ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Zaadha thumps Jones Jr with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zaadha. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Zaadha misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zaadha lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaadha connects with a looping right hand.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Zaadha is just out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Zaadha darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Zaadha. Zaadha circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Zaadha lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Zaadha throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Zaadha lands a jab to Jones Jr's midsection.
Zaadha misses with a straight left.
Zaadha throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jones Jr on the side of the head.
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zaadha but Zaadha pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Zaadha cracks Jones Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Zaadha moved out of range nicely.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Zaadha does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Zaadha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Zaadha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones Jr can do to turn this around?
Zaadha ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Zaadha.
Zaadha is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr takes a swing at Zaadha's ribcage but misses.
Zaadha misses with an uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Zaadha.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Zaadha is just out of range.
Jones Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Zaadha scores with a head kick.
Zaadha takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zaadha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Zaadha misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Zaadha throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Ri Zaadha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zaadha ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Zaadha misses with a wild body shot.
Jones Jr blocks a jab.
Ri Zaadha is winning the standup battle so far.
Zaadha misses with a kick to the body.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zaadha.
Zaadha misses with a right hand
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Zaadha misses with a right hand
and Zaadha takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zaadha throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
Zaadha cracks Jones Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.#T4#
Jones Jr swings for the body but Zaadha moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zaadha misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jones Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zaadha moves away.
Zaadha throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr connects with the punch.
Jones Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Zaadha.
Zaadha throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones Jr! But no joy.
Zaadha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Zaadha misses with a straight right.
Zaadha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
A low kick from Zaadha misses #TD2#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ri Zaadha dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Zaadha lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Zaadha ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr lands a head shot.
Jones Jr lands with a good body shot.
Zaadha takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zaadha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jones Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Zaadha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaadha slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zaadha throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Zaadha takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Zaadha throws a looping overhand right but Jones Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Ri Zaadha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zaadha.
Zaadha throws an off balance right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a left to the body.
Zaadha pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zaadha lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zaadha throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jones Jr lands the left hand.
Zaadha looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Zaadha misses with a low kick as Jones Jr jumps back.#T2#
Zaadha throws a leg kick which misses Jones Jr's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones Jr tries to avoid it.
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zaadha.
Zaadha pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range and Zaadha settles back down.
Zaadha takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Zaadha pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Zaadha throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Zaadha thuds his right hand into Jones Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zaadha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Zaadha staying out of range there.
Jones Jr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Zaadha misses with a left hand
and Jones Jr counters with a nice body shot.
Zaadha ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Zaadha connects with a body shot.
Ri Zaadha is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
Zaadha just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Zaadha strikes.
It seemed like Jones Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jones Jr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Zaadha misses with the combination.
Left hook, right uppercut from Zaadha.
Jones Jr takes one to the chin there.
Zaadha moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Zaadha throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Zaadha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
Zaadha lands with a nice body punch.
Zaadha takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaadha scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones Jr slips under a jab from Zaadha.
Zaadha throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones Jr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Zaadha lands a head shot.
Zaadha connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Zaadha throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Zaadha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SYN 838 Maluga vs. Sparxx
Date: Oct 03, 2021

#R1#
Dong takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones Jr lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dong. Dong obviously looking to wear him down.
Dong throws a front kick aimed at Jones Jr's knee but Jones Jr avoids it well.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dong takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dong's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jones Jr under the eye.
Dong 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.
Dong drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Dong now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Dong lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones Jr's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr connects with a single shot there.
Dong closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Despite the aggression on Dong's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jones Jr dives in and grabs Dong's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dong pushes down on Jones Jr's head and hops out.
A little jabbing left from Dong on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Dong ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Dong jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A leg kick checked by Jones Jr.
Dong throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dong takes one on the button.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Dong is out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dong.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr fails to land with a series of punches. #TD#
Jones Jr darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jones Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dong's head. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dong blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a strike but Dong avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dong's head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Dong keeps moving.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dong keeping full guard, as Jones Jr tries to pass.
Jones Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Dong moved out of range.
Jones Jr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dong ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr cracks Dong with a good jab.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dong manages to avoid it.
Dong flicks out a counter leg kick but Jones Jr steps away.
Jones Jr misses with a right hand
and Dong makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Dong is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jones Jr with a body shot.
A jab from Jones Jr misses.
A little jabbing left from Dong on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr swings widly with a right hand
enabling Dong to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
Dong doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Dong throws out a counter right but Jones Jr avoids it with no problem.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Jim Jones Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Dong moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Dong was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr throws out a leg kick but Dong moves out of range and Jones Jr only half commits.
Dong swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Jones Jr fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dong to the ground. Jones Jr is now in Dong's guard.
Dong keeping full guard, as Jones Jr tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones Jr postures up in Dong's guard and throws a big left but Dong blocks it. #T1#
Jones Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Dong.
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jones Jr throws a strike but Dong rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine here but Dong defends easily. #SUB#
Jones Jr is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dong slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
Dong takes a little break here. Jones Jr wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Jones Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Dong slows the pace down.
Jones Jr tries to bench press Dong off him but Dong keeps the position.
Jones Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dong's best efforts.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep. Dong is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dong works his foot free and advances to mount. #T4#
Jones Jr tries to improve his position but instead Dong has taken his back!
Jones Jr tries to escape but Dong has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Dong just sinks the hooks in.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jones Jr tries to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Long Hung Dong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Good exchange - Jones Jr coming out on top.
Jones Jr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Dong avoids the punch easily.
Dong takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dong missing with a left hand there. Jones Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Dong's ribcage but misses.
Dong attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dong counters with a right hand to the body.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. #T1#
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Dong cracks Jones Jr with a good jab.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Dong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Dong lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Dong throws a wild body kick that Jones Jr sees coming a mile off.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dong! But no joy.
Jones Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jones Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones Jr misses with a left hand
and Dong counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Dong avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Dong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
Dong swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jones Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Long Hung Dong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dong takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Dong counters with a nice low kick that buckles Jones Jr's knee momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dong defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones Jr.
And Dong responds with a good body kick, but Jones Jr manages to step out the way in time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim Jones Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dong takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Dong feints a counter leg kick.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dong moves away.#T3#
Dong loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Dong walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Dong.
Dong throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Dong throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jones Jr.
Dong tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones Jr is able to avoid easily.
Dong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries for a takedown but Dong sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Dong.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Dong.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.#T4#
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dong.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dong momentarily.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Dong moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Jones Jr misses
and Dong finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Dong.
Dong blocks a jab.
Jones Jr throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dong's waist but Dong gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jones Jr off to one side.
Dong looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dong lands a nice looking body shot.
A solid body kick from Dong.
Dong goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Long Hung Dong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dong 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SYN 829 Maluga vs. Heavy Rain
Date: Sep 04, 2021

#R1##TD#
Bissainthe gets caught flat footed, as Jones Jr shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Bissainthe has wrist control.
Bissainthe 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#
Bissainthe keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jones Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Jones Jr moves into full guard.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Bissainthe from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bissainthe is aware though and is defending well.
Bissainthe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jones Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bissainthe wants to control from the top but Jones Jr keeps moving. #T1#
Jones Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Bissainthe trying to control the position here.
Bissainthe looking to control.
Jones Jr postures up in Bissainthe's guard and throws a big left but Bissainthe blocks it. #SUB#
Jones Jr postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bissainthe is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Jones Jr, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bissainthe defends well.#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bissainthe works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Bissainthe seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Jones Jr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine here but Bissainthe defends easily.
Bissainthe content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bissainthe's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Bissainthe from controlling successfully. #T3#
Bissainthe looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Jones Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bissainthe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bissainthe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bissainthe trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bissainthe manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bissainthe working a defensive guard here.
Jones Jr postures up in Bissainthe's guard and throws a big left but Bissainthe blocks it. #T4#
Jones Jr being controlled here momentarily.
Bissainthe wants to sweep but no luck.
Jones Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bissainthe is keeping the position for now.
Bissainthe wants to sweep here but Jones Jr controlling him for the moment.
Bissainthe not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bissainthe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bissainthe managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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#
A nice inside leg kick there by Bissainthe. That's going to slow Jones Jr down.
Jones Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Bissainthe counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bissainthe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Bissainthe moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Bissainthe there.
Bissainthe lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Jones Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A bone on bone clash there as Jones Jr blocks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Bissainthe.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bissainthe! But no joy.
A low kick lands for Bissainthe.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Bissainthe.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Bissainthe avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Bissainthe misses the jab.
Bissainthe tries to work over Jones Jr's front leg with a kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Bissainthe moves forwards but Jones Jr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bissainthe throws a low kick, looking for Jones Jr's leg but Jones Jr calmly moves out of range.
Bissainthe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bissainthe is looking to chop away at Jones Jr's legs.
Jab by Jones Jr.
Bissainthe is looking to slow Jones Jr down with leg kicks.
Bissainthe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Jones Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Good exchange - Bissainthe coming out on top.
Bissainthe throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but Jones Jr avoids it.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jones Jr lands a jab to the nose.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bissainthe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Toussaint Bissainthe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Bissainthe walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bissainthe slips under a jab.
Bissainthe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Bissainthe connects with a leg kick.
Jones Jr lands the left hand.
Bissainthe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr digs a good hook to Bissainthe's body.
Jones Jr walks into a straight right hand from Bissainthe.
That kick from Bissainthe tenderised Jones Jr's leg. Jones Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bissainthe ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bissainthe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bissainthe can pounce on him.
Bissainthe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bissainthe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Bissainthe.#T3#
Good work by Jones Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones Jr blocks a head kick by Bissainthe.
Bissainthe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range and Bissainthe settles back down.
Bissainthe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bissainthe scores with a leg kick.
Jones Jr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Bissainthe moved out of range.
Bissainthe fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands with a cross.
Bissainthe moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr backing away here, and Bissainthe unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bissainthe moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Bissainthe scores with a nice strike.
Bissainthe is looking to land body kicks.
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bissainthe as he avoids it easily. #T4#
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr blocks a head kick by Bissainthe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr lands with a right hand.
Bissainthe defending well as Jones Jr loads up on a big left hand.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Bissainthe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Bissainthe lands a nice shot that snaps Jones Jr's head back. #TD#
Jones Jr shoots in and bounces Bissainthe off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bissainthe avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bissainthe is controlling Jones Jr's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toussaint Bissainthe will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Bissainthe moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Bissainthe blocks it.
Jones Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Bissainthe's shoulder, as Bissainthe tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Bissainthe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Toussaint Bissainthe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bissainthe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe misses with a body kick.
Jones Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bissainthe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bissainthe walks into a straight right hand from Jones Jr.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Bissainthe lands with a good body shot.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bissainthe.
Nice straight punches there by Bissainthe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones Jr.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Toussaint Bissainthe seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Bissainthe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Jones Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones Jr is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Bissainthe strikes.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Bissainthe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jones Jr dips to his left and cracks Bissainthe with an uppercut!
Bissainthe throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
Bissainthe avoids a punch combination nicely.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
A little jabbing left from Bissainthe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Bissainthe was well out of range.
Bissainthe throws a body kick that misses #TD#
so Jones Jr counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Bissainthe is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
Jones Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bissainthe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jim Jones Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones Jr postures up in Bissainthe's guard and throws a big left but Bissainthe blocks it.
Jones Jr won't allow Bissainthe to sweep him here.
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Bissainthe blocks nicely.
Jones Jr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bissainthe looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bissainthe wants to sweep but no luck.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bissainthe holds on and takes a little breather.
Jones Jr trying to control but Bissainthe is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr wants to pass the guard but Bissainthe is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jones Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Bissainthe slips the punch.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bissainthe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bissainthe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A jab lands there for Bissainthe.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bissainthe moves away.
Bissainthe slips a jab from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bissainthe.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bissainthe manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick.
Bissainthe throws the kick towards the body but Jones Jr avoids it.
Jones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jones Jr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Bissainthe lands a lovely overhand right.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bissainthe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jim Jones Jr did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Jones Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Bissainthe tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Bissainthe throws a body kick that misses.
Bissainthe checks a leg kick.
Bissainthe does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bissainthe swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Bissainthe lands with a nice body punch.
Bissainthe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
A countering left hand to the body from Bissainthe misses.
Bissainthe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bissainthe throws a leg kick that misses.
Bissainthe misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Jones Jr decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bissainthe's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Bissainthe looking for a sweep. Not yet Bissainthe, not yet.
Bissainthe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bissainthe pulls Jones Jr in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Bissainthe trying to control the position.
Bissainthe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones Jr is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bissainthe is on top in guard. #REVB#
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bissainthe controls the pace.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Bissainthe from controlling successfully.
Bissainthe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jones Jr is keeping the position for now.
Jones Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Bissainthe wants to control the position but Jones Jr says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Bissainthe wants to improve his position but Jones Jr is controlling well.
Jones Jr landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bissainthe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jones Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jones Jr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Bissainthe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bissainthe working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Jones Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bissainthe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bissainthe has Jones Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
Bissainthe wants to improve his position but instead Jones Jr has moved into half guard.
Bissainthe tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bissainthe regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr had his way with Toussaint Bissainthe in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Bissainthe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bissainthe throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr needs to keep his hands up - Bissainthe had a free shot at his head there.
Bissainthe misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Bissainthe didn't expect that.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Jones Jr works over Bissainthe with some ground and pound from guard.
Bissainthe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Bissainthe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr postures up in Bissainthe's guard and throws a big left but Bissainthe blocks it. #T1#
Bissainthe is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr advances position into side control!
Bissainthe is trying to get back to half guard.
Bissainthe can't do much from the bottom here.
Bissainthe is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jones Jr's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Bissainthe tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bissainthe avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe wants to improve his position but Jones Jr is controlling well.
Bissainthe is not content to let Jones Jr control the position.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr prevents Bissainthe from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bissainthe throws a chopping leg kick but Jones Jr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A low kick from Bissainthe is predictable there #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Bissainthe didn't expect that.
Bissainthe manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Jones Jr manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Bissainthe trying to control but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Bissainthe pushing down on Jones Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Jones Jr trying to control but Bissainthe postures up.
Bissainthe is trying to control the action in half guard but Jones Jr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bissainthe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bissainthe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones Jr defending well though. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bissainthe drops an elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Jones Jr is looking to control Bissainthe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jones Jr avoid being mounted?
Jones Jr is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB#
Jones Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Jones Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bissainthe's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bissainthe's back!
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Jones Jr.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bissainthe trying to control the hands but Jones Jr won't let him.
Toussaint Bissainthe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jones Jr controlling well, preventing Bissainthe from escaping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Jones Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jones Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 49:46
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
A relieved looking Jim Jones Jr 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: SYN 823 Garuda vs. Po
Date: Aug 14, 2021

#R1#
Syndal with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jones Jr to score with a decent uppercut.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Syndal.
Jab from Jones Jr.
Syndal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Syndal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Syndal looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones Jr avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones Jr has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Syndal is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Syndal avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Syndal half committed to a counter leg kick.
Syndal scores with a decent looking hook.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Syndal on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Syndal uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Syndal on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Syndal throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jones Jr lands with a hook. Syndal tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jones Jr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Syndal.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.#T1#
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Syndal counters with a two punch combo.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Syndal.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Syndal pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones Jr connects with a single shot there.
Syndal looks to land a combination but Jones Jr avoids it well.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jones Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Syndal.
Syndal gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr fails to land the takedown.
Syndal scores with a hook to the body. Jones Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Syndal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Syndal.
Syndal blocks a jab.#T2#
Syndal moves out of range of the strikes.
Jones Jr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jones Jr jabs at Syndal's body.
Syndal uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Syndal throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Syndal pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Syndal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Syndal at a distance.
Jones Jr is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Syndal had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
A left lands for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Syndal moved out of range nicely.
Maverick Syndal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Syndal missing with a left hand there. Jones Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr defending well as Syndal loads up on a big left hand.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
Syndal displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab. #T3#
Syndal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Syndal misses with a leg kick #TD2#
so Jones Jr counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Syndal pulls Jones Jr in to control the position.
Syndal is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones Jr distracts Syndal with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jones Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Syndal's brow.
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Syndal looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jones Jr connects with a couple of short punches.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Syndal wants to sweep here but Jones Jr controlling him for the moment.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound. #T4#
Jones Jr trying to control but Syndal is working from the bottom.
Syndal preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Syndal keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Syndal utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Syndal wants to sweep but no luck.
Jones Jr is in close to Syndal's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Syndal managing to control the position.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jones Jr is working Syndal over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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#
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Syndal throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Syndal throws a big shot that misses.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Syndal wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jones Jr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jones Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Syndal's guard.

Syndal pushes Jones Jr off and gets back to his feet.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Syndal is just out of range.
Syndal blocks a jab.
A shot to the body from Jones Jr misses
and Syndal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A lazy left from Jones Jr finds it's target.
Jones Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jones Jr lands a jab.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Syndal.
Jones Jr with a jab.
Syndal throws a lazy right hand but Jones Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Jones Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Syndal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Syndal uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
It looked like Syndal wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd cheers as Jones Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Syndal doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Jones Jr gets the takedown into side control.
Syndal is holding Jones Jr down, trying to stall.
Jones Jr throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Syndal tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones Jr working away.
Jones Jr landing a few strikes.
Jones Jr working the body and head with strikes.
Syndal is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Syndal to see if he's OK.
Jim Jones Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
You can see the frustration on Syndal's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Syndal trying to remain calm as Jones Jr controls from the top position.
Jones Jr working away.
Syndal tries to buck Jones Jr off but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Syndal takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Syndal tries to bench press Jones Jr off him but Jones Jr keeps the position.
Jones Jr tries to advance to mount but Syndal denies him.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Syndal is working to avoid the ground and pound but Jones Jr connects with a decent elbow.
Jones Jr creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Jones Jr lands a nice forearm strike.
Jones Jr works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Syndal is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of short elbows.#T3#
Jones Jr lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Syndal down.
Jones Jr is looking to take a break and control but Syndal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Syndal wants to control but Jones Jr postures up.
Syndal taking punishment in the form of punches.
Syndal defending against the ground and pound.
Jones Jr misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Syndal takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Syndal is looking to regain half guard here but Jones Jr keeps moving and retains side control.
Jones Jr looks up at the clock and then as Syndal takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Jones Jr smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Jones Jr scoring with punches from side control. #T4#
Syndal tries to bench press Jones Jr off him but Jones Jr keeps the position.
Jones Jr lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Check out the look on Jones Jr's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Syndal is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jones Jr throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Syndal is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr working the head with strikes.
Syndal looking for a sweep but Jones Jr has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Syndal is looking to get to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Jones Jr is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Syndal can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Jones Jr landing strikes from the mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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#
Syndal has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Syndal there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Syndal swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A left lands for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr connects with a body shot.
Syndal is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Syndal blocks a jab.
Syndal misses with a straight right.
Syndal misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into side control. Syndal won't be happy with that.

Syndal throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr scores with a three punch combo!
Syndal waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Syndal misses with a wild body shot.
Syndal misses the shot to the body.
Jones Jr cracks Syndal with an open hand slap.#T1#
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Syndal is just out of range.
Syndal throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Jones Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Syndal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Syndal takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jones Jr, as that shot connected.
Syndal walks into a straight right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr works the jab nicely.
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Syndal momentarily.
Nice uppercut there from Jones Jr.
Syndal pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice straight punches there by Jones Jr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jones Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.#TD2#
Jones Jr looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Maverick Syndal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jones Jr working the head and body with strikes.
Syndal trying to control but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr working Syndal over with strikes.
Syndal is trying to control but can't.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Syndal is staying active underneath Jones Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
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. Jones Jr connects with a nice short shot to Syndal's temple.
Jones Jr scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jones Jr is looking to take a break and control but Syndal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Well, if Jones Jr 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.
Syndal trying to control but Jones Jr postures up.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Syndal has hold of Jones Jr's hands but Jones Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jones Jr controlling the action here.
Syndal is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jones Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jones Jr's back!
Jones Jr is trying to break free.
Syndal tries to get the hooks in deep but Jones Jr pushed the leg off.
Jones Jr tries to roll but Syndal sticks to his back.
A lull in the action here.
Jones Jr rolls, trying to escape but Syndal keeps control of the position.
Syndal gets his hands free as Jones Jr looks to control. #T4#
Jones Jr rolls, trying to escape but Syndal keeps control of the position.
Jones Jr looking very determined here, making life difficult for Syndal.
Jones Jr breaks Syndal's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Syndal keeps moving.
Syndal preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr passes Syndal's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Syndal trying to control but Jones Jr postures up.
Syndal on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jones Jr controlling the action here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Syndal is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jones Jr scores with a couple of nice shots.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Jones Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jones Jr 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
Jim Jones Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PFC 280 Bapp vs Po
Date: Jul 18, 2021

#R1#
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Krison saw that one coming.
Krison throws a hook but Jones Jr blocks it.
Jones Jr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Krison's head backwards.
Krison waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Krison fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jones Jr blocks a leg kick.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Krison bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jones Jr misses with a left hand
and Krison makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Jones Jr scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr scores with a shot to the body.
Krison with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr cracks Krison with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Krison takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jab, jab by Krison - just one landing.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Krison.
Jones Jr connects with a jab.
Jones Jr stuns Krison with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.
Krison misses with a head kick.
Krison throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Good exchange - Jones Jr coming out on top.
Jones Jr punishes Krison's body with a nice straight punch.
Jones Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Krison ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Krison misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Krison misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Jones Jr feints the counter takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Krison moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Krison moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.#T2#
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Krison.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Krison defends it well.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Krison moved out of range nicely.
Herb Krison is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Krison looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Krison. Jones Jr shrugs it off though.
Krison looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Krison moves out of range.
Krison throws out a leg kick but Jones Jr moves out of range and Krison only half commits.
Nice defenses there by Krison.
Krison slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Krison checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Krison scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jones Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Krison.
Jones Jr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Krison ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
Krison throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jones Jr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Krison stuns Jones Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Krison scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jones Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Krison is looking to wear down Jones Jr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Krison bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Jones Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Krison at a distance.
A big left from Krison misses.
Jones Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Krison counters with a thumping low kick.
Krison avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Krison getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jones Jr is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Krison had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Krison just misses with a punch to the body.
Krison plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Good standup being displayed there by Jones Jr as he connects with a hook.
Jones Jr connects with a body shot.#T4#
Krison throws a shot from downtown. Jones Jr moves away and avoids it.
Krison tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones Jr is able to avoid easily.
Krison looks to land a left hand but Jones Jr moved out of range nicely.
Krison throws a head kick that misses.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Krison.
Krison misses with a low kick.
Krison throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Krison defends it well.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Krison strikes.
A solid leg kick lands there for Krison.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Krison.
Krison misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Krison pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Krison with the inside leg kick.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Herb Krison will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Krison as he jumps to the side.
Krison does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nice uppercut there from Jones Jr.#TD2#
Jones Jr looking for a takedown here - he's got it.

Krison has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jones Jr off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Jones Jr tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Krison defends well and Jones Jr ends up having to push Krison into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Krison moves out of range.
Krison misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Krison.
Herb Krison is winning the standup battle so far.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Krison manages to avoid it.
Krison half committed to a counter leg kick.
Krison looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Krison looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Krison misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Krison scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Krison throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Krison.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Krison.
Krison throws a series of punches but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr feints the counter takedown.
Krison throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Good exchange - Krison coming out on top.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Krison's ribcage but misses.
Krison throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Krison throws a lazy right hand but Jones Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krison misses with a looping right.#T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Jones Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Krison throws a lazy right hand but Jones Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jones Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr connects with the punch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Krison.
Krison takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jones Jr shoots in and drives through. Krison sprawls well.
Herb Krison has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim Jones Jr.
A leg kick checked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Krison lands a nice looking body kick.
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Krison throws out the jab.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Jones Jr throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Krison was covering up waiting for the punch and Jones Jr finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Krison looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Krison is on top in guard. #REVR#
Krison not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Krison looking to sit in guard and control but Jones Jr gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Jones Jr is working Krison over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Krison keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Krison has momentary wrist control but Jones Jr slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
Krison 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.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Krison manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine here but Krison defends easily.
Krison wants to pass the guard but Jones Jr is keeping the position.
Krison stays in close to Jones Jr's body and controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Herb Krison dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Krison swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Krison on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Krison cracks Jones Jr with an open hand slap.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Jones Jr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Krison under the eye.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Krison was well out of range.
It looked like Krison wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Krison.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Krison's head but Krison sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones Jr lunges at Krison with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Krison's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Jones Jr.
Krison defending well as Jones Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Krison scores with a leg kick.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Krison.
Krison displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab. #T1#
Krison cracks Jones Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Krison is out of range.
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Jones Jr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jones Jr takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Krison misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr connects with a looping right hand.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Krison.
A jab from Krison does it's job there.
A clash of legs there as Jones Jr blocks the low kick.
Jones Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Krison looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
Krison throws a low kick, looking for Jones Jr's leg but Jones Jr calmly moves out of range.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Krison uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Krison enables Jones Jr to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Krison manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Krison uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice inside leg kick there by Krison. That's going to slow Jones Jr down.
Jones Jr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Krison misses with a low kick.
Krison moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Krison swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Krison is looking to score with low kicks.
Krison throws a shot from downtown. Jones Jr moves away and avoids it.
Krison ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Krison misses with a low kick.
Krison scores with a shot to the body.
Krison misses with a low kick as Jones Jr jumps back.
Krison throws a lazy right hand but Jones Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Krison has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Krison's head.
Krison ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Krison.
Jones Jr defending well as Krison loads up on a big left hand.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Krison moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Jones Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Krison at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Krison looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jones Jr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Krison looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Krison goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jones Jr with the counter takedown but Krison avoids it easily.
Nice shot lands for Krison.
Krison connects with a jab.#T4#
Jones Jr lands a right hook to the body.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Krison saw that one coming.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
A bone on bone clash there as Jones Jr blocks the leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick lands for Krison.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Krison throws a leg kick but Jones Jr moved away.
A jab from Krison misses.
Jones Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Krison uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Krison throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr misses with the combination.
A counter left hand to the body from Krison misses its target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Herb Krison did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Krison misses with a low kick as Jones Jr jumps back.
Krison keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
It looked like Krison was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Krison.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
Krison throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Krison throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Krison fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Krison uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Krison can pounce on him.
Krison takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr connects with a single shot there.
A jab from Krison misses.
Jones Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Krison counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Krison tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Krison lands a jab to the nose.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Krison moves away and avoids it.
Krison scores with a kick to the midsection.
Krison swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Krison moves out of range.
Jones Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Krison looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Krison looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Krison avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
A good leg kick by Krison.
Krison misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Good exchange - Jones Jr coming out on top.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Krison was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr works Krison's body with a nice hook.
Krison throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Krison just misses with a punch to the body.
Krison tries to clinch but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Krison.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr cracks Krison with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Krison drops his hands momentarily and Jones Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Krison misses with a wild body shot.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Krison moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Krison looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Krison.
Krison lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Krison throws a leg kick but Jones Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Jones Jr slips a jab from Krison.
Good standup being displayed there by Jones Jr as he connects with a hook.
Krison misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A slow jab from Krison misses its intended target.
Jones Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Krison.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
Jones Jr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krison was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Krison throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Krison moves into range and connects with a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Krison finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T4#
Both fighters circling a little - Krison finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Krison displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
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!
Jones Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr misses with a hook. Krison ducked under it nicely.
Krison throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Krison.
Jones Jr tests Krison's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jones Jr throws a right hand that misses
letting Krison counter with a right hand.
Krison thuds a left hand into Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Krison slips the punch.
Krison connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice uppercut lands for Jones Jr. That snapped Krison's head back.
Jones Jr defending well as Krison loads up on a big left hand.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Krison.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Herb Krison will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Krison.
The fighters circling - Krison throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Krison.
Jones Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones Jr catches Krison with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Krison blocks a low kick nicely.
Krison cracks Jones Jr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jones Jr lands a slapping body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Krison!
Jab, jab by Krison - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Krison throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Krison's ribcage but misses.
Krison lands with a straight right. Jones Jr didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Krison throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Krison pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Krison is out of range.
Krison lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Krison misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Krison is looking to chop away at Jones Jr's legs.
A slow jab from Krison misses its intended target.
Krison misses with a kick to the body.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Krison.
Jones Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Krison defends it well.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jones Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Krison throws a right and a left that Jones Jr avoids nicely.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Krison pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Krison throws a sloppy head kick and Jones Jr moves out of range easily. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
It looked like Krison wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A punch lands to the side of Krison 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nice uppercut lands for Krison. That snapped Jones Jr's head back.
Jones Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Krison takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr digs a good body shot into Krison's ribs.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Krison's ribcage but misses.
Krison pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Krison swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Krison pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krison moves away.
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Krison. Krison circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Krison punishes Jones Jr's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Jab by Krison.
Krison is looking to land body kicks.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jones Jr 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.
Krison ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Krison's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Krison throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Krison is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Krison on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Krison throws a body kick.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Krison pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Krison connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jones Jr. Jones Jr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Krison connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jones Jr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Krison pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Krison throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Krison.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Krison sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krison misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Krison moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Krison.
Herb Krison is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Krison looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Krison gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Krison throws a body shot but no joy.
Krison ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
A big left from Krison misses.
Krison throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Herb Krison showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Krison has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 50:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:46
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: PFC 275 Poli vs Graves
Date: Jun 27, 2021

#R1#
Serronen tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones Jr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Serronen on the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Serronen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
A big left from Serronen misses.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot
and Serronen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've been hearing reports that Jones Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Serronen's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Serronen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Serronen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Serronen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Serronen moves out of range.
Serronen takes a jab right on the kisser. #T1#
Jones Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Serronen slips under a jab from Jones Jr.#TD#
Jones Jr drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Jones Jr is in close to Serronen's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses. Serronen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jones Jr's guard. Nice move by Serronen!#REVB#
Serronen passes Jones Jr's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep. Serronen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Serronen not doing much here.
Serronen wants to take a breather but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Serronen is looking to advance position but Jones Jr won't allow it.
Jones Jr wants to control but Serronen is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Jones Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Jones Jr has a hand on Serronen's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Serronen takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Serronen tries to control but Jones Jr wriggling away.
Serronen controlling his opponent.
Jones Jr tries to hold on but Serronen postures up.#T3#
Serronen trying to control but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr tries to reverse the position but Serronen maintains control.
Serronen controlling from mount.
Serronen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Serronen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jones Jr bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Serronen blocks nicely.
Jones Jr postures up in Serronen's guard and throws a big left but Serronen blocks it.
Jones Jr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Serronen wants to get back to his feet but Jones Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Serronen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jones Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Serronen looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Serronen moves away.
Serronen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Serronen misses with an uppercut.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Serronen manages to avoid it.
Serronen throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr throws an off balance right hand
letting Serronen counter with a right hand.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
Serronen loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd cheers as Jones Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Serronen doesn't seem phased though.
Serronen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jones Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Serronen off the cage and back into range.#TD#
Jones Jr is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Serronen's half guard.#T1#
Jones Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Serronen defending well though.
Jones Jr is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Serronen reverses the position - he's now on top in Jones Jr's guard. #SUB#
Jones Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jones Jr is on top in guard. #REVR#
Jones Jr postures up.
Serronen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jones Jr haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
We've been informed that Serronen has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Serronen keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr won't allow Serronen to sweep him here.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Serronen looking for a sweep. Not yet Serronen, not yet.
Jones Jr is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Serronen blocks nicely.
Jim Jones Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Serronen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Serronen controlling Jones Jr's posture.
Jones Jr connects with a couple of short punches.
Jones Jr won't allow Serronen to sweep him here.
Jones Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Serronen is keeping the position for now.
Serronen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES2#
Serronen has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jones Jr off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Serronen.
Serronen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
Jones Jr scores with a nice right hand.
Jones Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Serronen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Serronen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Serronen checks a low kick from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr connects with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr thuds a left hand into Serronen's body.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr 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.
Serronen takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Serronen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Serronen misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Jones Jr cracks Serronen with a right hand to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Jones Jr cracks a nice hook into Serronen's ribs.
Serronen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Aku Serronen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Serronen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Serronen misses with a body kick.
Serronen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jones Jr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Serronen scrambles back to his feet.
Jim Jones Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Serronen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Serronen's head.
Serronen tests Jones Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serronen is looking to clinch.
Serronen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Serronen blocks a jab.
A nice side step and Serronen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Jones Jr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Good work by Jones Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Serronen.
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Jones Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jones Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Serronen momentarily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jones Jr. That's going to slow Serronen down.
Serronen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serronen.
Jones Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Serronen only half commits to the counter leg kick.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Serronen throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Serronen counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr digs a good hook to Serronen's body.
Jones Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jones Jr jabs at Serronen's body.
The fighters circling - Serronen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Serronen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jones Jr scores with a nice strike.
Jones Jr works Serronen's body with a nice hook.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Serronen moves in looking to clinch but Jones Jr pushes him off.
Jones Jr lands with a right hand.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Serronen.
Serronen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Serronen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nice straight punches there by Jones Jr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jones Jr.
Serronen on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jones Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr throws a poor cross that misses
letting Serronen counter with a right hand.
Serronen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Aku Serronen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jones Jr, as that shot connected.
Serronen ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Serronen flicks out a counter leg kick but Jones Jr steps away.
Jones Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Serronen momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Serronen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Serronen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Serronen clinches up with Jones Jr and pushes him back against the cage.
Serronen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Serronen misses with the head strike. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch. #TD#
Jones Jr fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Serronen to the ground. Jones Jr is now in Serronen's guard.

Serronen scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Jones Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Serronen can do to turn this around?
Jones Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Serronen at a distance.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
A very excited looking Jim Jones Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: PFC 271 Graves vs Duranto
Date: Jun 06, 2021

#R1#
Jones Jr slips a jab from Smith.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Smith keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Smith tries to clinch but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Smith closes the distance and clinches.
Smith tries a body shot but Jones Jr blocks it.
I was talking to Jones Jr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr clobbers Smith with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jones Jr cracks a nice hook into Smith's ribs.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Smith. #CL2#
Smith darts in and clinches Jones Jr up against the cage.
Smith lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr is trying to break free.
Smith gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Jones Jr pushes Smith back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to circle away but Smith has him pinned against the cage.#T1##BC#
Jones Jr breaks from the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smith looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Smith.
Smith connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jones Jr momentarily.
Jones Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Smith's shoulder, as Smith tries to avoid the shot.
Jones Jr circles away from the clinch attempt.
The crowd cheers as Smith lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Smith throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith scores with a hook.#CL2#
Smith rushes Jones Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Smith told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Jones Jr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Smith has him pressed against the cage.
Jones Jr misses with some punches. #BC#
Jones Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Smith drives through and clinches with Jones Jr against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Smith creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith lands a nice shot to the body.
Smith tries a body shot but Jones Jr blocks it.
Smith tries to work over Jones Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Jones Jr is trying to push Smith away but Smith has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A shot in the inside from Jones Jr.
Smith digs a right hand underneath Jones Jr's ribcage. Jones Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Smith stops a takedown attempt from Jones Jr. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Smith moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr is trying to break free.#BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch.
Smith throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones Jr takes one on the button.
Smith swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Smith.
Smith lands with a nice body punch.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Smith tries to clinch up but Jones Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
Chad Smith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smith throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Jones Jr moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking hook.#CL2#
Smith moves into range and clinches up with Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Smith softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jones Jr has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smith avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Smith misses with some punches.
Jones Jr working hard to break the clinch.
Jones Jr is trying to force a seperation but Smith has the dominant position.
Jones Jr wants to break free but Smith has control. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Smith is quick to defend against it.
Jones Jr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smith misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smith keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Smith connects with a body shot.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Donk. Jones Jr catches Smith right on the button with a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr throws a shot to the body.
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jones Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smith misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones Jr drops an elbow to the side of Smith's head.
Jones Jr passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Smith!
Jones Jr scoring with strikes but Smith is staying in there.
Jones Jr throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Smith because Jones Jr loaded up on that one.
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr raining down hammerfists from mount.
Jones Jr lands a heavy elbow.
Jones Jr sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Jones Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Smith cracks Jones Jr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Smith gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Donk. Jones Jr catches Smith right on the button with a cross.#CL2#
Smith rushes Jones Jr and presses him up against the cage.
Jones Jr tries to circle away but Smith has him pinned against the cage.
Smith throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smith throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr stuns Smith with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Smith fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Smith rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jones Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Smith wants to clinch#TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr passes Smith's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Smith tries to get to full guard but Jones Jr has control of the leg. #T1#
Jones Jr working Smith over with strikes.
Smith trying to control from the bottom.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jones Jr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jones Jr wants to take a breather but Smith is having none of it.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr drops an elbow to the side of Smith's head.
Smith wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Jones Jr throwing shots but Smith is blocking nicely.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Smith is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Smith avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones Jr. #T2#
Jones Jr prevents Smith from improving his position.
Jones Jr wants to take a breather but Smith is having none of it.
Jones Jr lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Jones Jr is working for a kimura but Smith is defending it quite comfortably.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Smith is controlling Jones Jr's trapped leg to prevent Jones Jr from advancing to side control.
Smith is trying to get back to full guard.
Jones Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smith's head. #SUB#
Jones Jr seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.
Jones Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Smith defending well though.
Jones Jr 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith has his hands clasped together around Jones Jr's back. He's all about the action.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones Jr prevents Smith from improving his position.
Ground and pound from Jones Jr.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jones Jr in particular looking to stall.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Smith dodges it nicely.
Jones Jr working Smith over with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr lands strikes from half guard.
Smith has hold of Jones Jr's hands but Jones Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jones Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Smith needs to keep his hands up - Jones Jr had a free shot at his head there.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Smith throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Smith cracks Jones Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Smith keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Smith tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Smith throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Smith.
Smith throws a body shot but no joy.
Chad Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr lands the left hand.
Smith throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Smith is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr lands an elbow. #T1#
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr landing a few strikes.
Jim Jones Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sloppy strikes there by Jones Jr.
Smith is working to avoid the ground and pound but Jones Jr connects with a decent elbow.
Jones Jr landing a few strikes.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Smith is working away.
Smith managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to move into full mount but can't pass Smith's legs.
Chad Smith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Jones Jr tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Smith taking a bit of punishment here - Jones Jr scoring with strikes.
Jones Jr lands a decent elbow from side control.
Smith is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Jones Jr lands an elbow. #SUB#
Jones Jr tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Smith is letting Jones Jr control him for a moment.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Jones Jr cracks Smith with a big elbow.
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working.
Smith is looking to regain half guard here but Jones Jr keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A lull in the action here.
Smith defending against the ground and pound.
Check out the look on Jones Jr's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
You can see the frustration on Smith's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: PFC 267 Joy vs Caunt
Date: May 23, 2021

#R1#
Nickal listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nickal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jones Jr stuns Nickal with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jones Jr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jones Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nickal looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Nickal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jones Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nickal's head.
Nickal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nickal throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jones Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nickal walks into a stiff left hand from Jones Jr.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nickal takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Nickal walks into a jab.
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Nickal was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Nickal saw that one coming.#T1#
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nickal uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr punishes Nickal's body with a nice straight punch.
Jones Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jim Jones Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nickal wants to clinch.
Jones Jr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nickal waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Nice jab there from Nickal.
Nickal feints and then cracks Jones Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones Jr down.
Nickal connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
Nickal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nickal loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Nickal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nickal ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr digs a good hook to Nickal's body.
Nickal with a nice calf kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nickal swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T2#
Nickal bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nickal throws a body shot but no joy.
Nickal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Nickal takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nickal takes a jab right on the kisser.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Nickal lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jones Jr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jones Jr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jones Jr scores with a punch to the head.
Nickal motions for Jones Jr to come forward. Nickal throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nickal scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jones Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
Nickal stuns Jones Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nickal on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nickal moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Nickal misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones Jr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A shot to the liver by Nickal. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Jones Jr does it's job there.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nickal manages to avoid it.#T3#
Jones Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Nickal's shoulder, as Nickal tries to avoid the shot.
Jones Jr digs a good hook to Nickal's body.
Jones Jr connects with a right hand. Nickal shakes it off.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Nickal throws a leg kick
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Donk. Nickal catches Jones Jr right on the button with a cross.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Nickal is just out of range.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr cracks a nice hook into Nickal's ribs.
Jones Jr lands a jab.
Jones Jr is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jones Jr lands with a cross.
Nickal takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Nickal only half commits to the counter leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nickal cracks Jones Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD2#
Nickal closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Jones Jr to the mat! Jones Jr manages to get full guard.
Nickal distracts Jones Jr with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
Jones Jr wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Nickal avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nickal wants to pass the guard but Jones Jr is keeping the position.
Nickal lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nickal advances position into side control!
Jones Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Nickal's best efforts.
Jones Jr tries to get to full guard but Nickal has control of the leg.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jones Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nickal wants to pass to mount but Jones Jr is defending the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jones Jr scores with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Nickal shoots in and bounces Jones Jr off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Nickal won't allow Jones Jr to sweep him here. #SUB#
Nickal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jones Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nickal has managed to get both his arms back between Jones Jr's legs - danger averted.
Nickal forces his way into half guard.
Nickal working the head and body with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickal landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nickal has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nickal prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.
Nickal winds up and cracks Jones Jr with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Jones Jr gets back to full guard.
Nickal with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Jones Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nickal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nickal passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Nickal scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nickal lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Jones Jr down.
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Nickal tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Nickal has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jones Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T2#
Nickal landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nickal looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
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. Nickal connects with a nice short shot to Jones Jr's temple.
Nickal is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nickal passes to side control.
Nickal lands some shots froms side control.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Nickal's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nickal is thwarting Jones Jr's attempts to control the position.
Nice strikes from Nickal there. #T3#
Jones Jr tries to roll over but Nickal keeps him under control.
Nickal works his way into side control.
Nickal scoring with punches from side control.
Nickal advances nicely into full mount.
Nickal lands a couple of good shots and Jones Jr has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Nickal lands punches and elbows.
Nickal punishes Jones Jr with strikes from the back mount. #SUB2#
Nickal is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Jones Jr knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Jones Jr for a finish.
Our spies down at at Helsinki Private Gym inform us that Nickal has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4#
Nickal connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Jones Jr to escape the position.
Nickal gets his hands free as Jones Jr looks to control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nickal lands with a hammerfist to the side of Jones Jr's head.#SUB2#
Jones Jr 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 Nickal gets his way!
Bo Nickal has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nickal wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping busy.
Jones Jr rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Jones Jr taking some punishment here, with Nickal in his half guard. #SUB#
Jones Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Nickal trying to pass the guard but Jones Jr defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bo Nickal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nickal fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jones Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nickal looks to throw the jab but Jones Jr is out of range.
Nickal scoring well with a low kick there.
Nickal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jab by Jones Jr.
Sloppy strikes from Jones Jr. Those never looked like landing.
Nickal fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jones Jr checks it well.
A little feinted left hand from Jones Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nickal misses with a hook
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Nickal lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Nickal.
Jones Jr punishes Nickal's body with a nice straight punch.
Nickal ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Nickal paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Nickal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Nickal throws a shot to the body.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nickal was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Nickal misses with a takedown attempt - Jones Jr sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nickal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Nickal moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nickal pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jab by Jones Jr.
The fighters circling - Nickal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr cracks Nickal with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jones Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nickal.
A nice side step and Nickal releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nickal wants to slow Jones Jr down by chopping away at his legs.
Jones Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Nickal counters with a nice leg kick. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nickal looks to throw the jab but Jones Jr is out of range.
Jones Jr throws a low kick, looking for Nickal's leg but Nickal calmly moves out of range.
Nickal throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Jones Jr scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd cheers as Jones Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nickal doesn't seem phased though.
Jones Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jones Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nickal.
Jones Jr scores with a punch to the head.
Nickal takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jones Jr connects with the punch.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Nickal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Nickal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nickal tries a low kick but Jones Jr avoids it.#T3#
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nickal takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Nickal moves out of range. #TD2#
Nickal closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jones Jr's guard.
Nickal postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nickal keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Nickal lands a couple of elbows.
Nickal lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nickal in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jones Jr wants to control but Nickal passes easily into half guard.
Nickal is pressing down on Jones Jr's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jones Jr is holding on for now.
Jones Jr blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nickal. #T4#
Nickal trying to pass the guard but Jones Jr defending well.
Nickal sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones Jr defending well though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr is looking to improve his position.
Nickal 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.
Jones Jr wants to improve his position but Nickal is controlling well.
Nice strikes from Nickal there.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

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 Jim Jones Jr.
I think Jones Jr 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
A relieved looking Jim Jones Jr 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: PFC 260 Poli vs Serronen
Date: Apr 18, 2021

#R1#
Bissainthe cracks Jones Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bissainthe scores with a jab to the jaw.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Bissainthe moves out of range.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bissainthe.
The fighters circling - Bissainthe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab from Jones Jr misses.
Bissainthe 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.
Bissainthe moves out of range of the strikes.
Jones Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bissainthe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jones Jr cracks Bissainthe with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#TD2#
Jones Jr feints and as Bissainthe raises his hands in defense, Jones Jr changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bissainthe is adopting a defensive guard.
Jones Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Jones Jr preventing the sweep.
Bissainthe keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Bissainthe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Bissainthe trying to control the position here.
Jones Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe looking to control.
Jones Jr being controlled here momentarily.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Bissainthe keeps moving.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jones Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A jab from Bissainthe misses. #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.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Bissainthe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bissainthe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jones Jr tries for a takedown but Bissainthe sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bissainthe was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr wants to clinch.
Bissainthe missing with a left hand there. Jones Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Bissainthe's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Jones Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Bissainthe looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick.
Bissainthe loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Bissainthe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bissainthe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bissainthe lands with a thumping leg kick. #T3#
Bissainthe connects with an inside leg kick.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr moves forwards but Bissainthe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jones Jr wants to clinch
enabling Bissainthe to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Bissainthe misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Bissainthe throws a body kick.
Bissainthe walks into a jab.
Bissainthe throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bissainthe. Bissainthe circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A slapping body kick lands there for Bissainthe.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bissainthe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands with a good body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr tries to clinch up.
Bissainthe chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bissainthe misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Jones Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bissainthe backwards.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones Jr tries to work over Bissainthe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Bissainthe working aggressively here.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Bissainthe. #BC#
Bissainthe breaks from the clinch.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bissainthe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Bissainthe's head.
Bissainthe does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
Toussaint Bissainthe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Bissainthe takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bissainthe misses with a wild body shot.
Bissainthe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bissainthe takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Bissainthe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jones Jr tries to land a leg kick but Bissainthe saw it coming and moves away.
Bissainthe lands with a nice body punch.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bissainthe. Bissainthe obviously looking to wear him down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Toussaint Bissainthe will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Bissainthe moved out of range nicely.
Crunch! Bissainthe slams his shin into Jones Jr's torso.
Jones Jr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bissainthe misses with a kick to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Jones Jr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jones Jr.
Bissainthe with the inside leg kick.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Bissainthe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good exchange - Jones Jr coming out on top.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Bissainthe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jones Jr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bissainthe moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Bissainthe moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bissainthe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A big left from Bissainthe misses.
Bissainthe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Bissainthe throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Bissainthe scoring well with a low kick there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bissainthe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bissainthe lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bissainthe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bissainthe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones Jr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jones Jr walks into a straight right hand from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Toussaint Bissainthe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bissainthe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bissainthe looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Bissainthe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bissainthe takes one to the side of the head.
Bissainthe's corner calls for a 1-2. Bissainthe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bissainthe lands a nice shot that snaps Jones Jr's head back.
Jones Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bissainthe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Bissainthe is having none of it.
Bissainthe fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Bissainthe thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Jones Jr if he has to take too many more of those. #T2#
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Bissainthe moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bissainthe keeps the fight on the outside.
Bissainthe throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Bissainthe avoids it easily.
Jones Jr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bissainthe lands a front kick.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Bissainthe's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bissainthe manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bissainthe's head backwards.
Jones Jr blocks the body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bissainthe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jones Jr scores with a jab. Bissainthe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bissainthe. #T3#
Bissainthe thows a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it #TD2#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bissainthe is trying to get back to full guard.
Bissainthe moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jones Jr lands a couple of digs.
Bissainthe wants to sweep but no luck.
Bissainthe working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bissainthe utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bissainthe not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bissainthe 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.
Bissainthe trying to control the position. #T4#
Bissainthe is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Bissainthe trying to keep a closed guard but Jones Jr is proving a slippery customer.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jones Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jones Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
Bissainthe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones Jr is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Toussaint Bissainthe will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Jones Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Jones Jr cracks Bissainthe with an open hand slap.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Bissainthe's head but Bissainthe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bissainthe throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Good work by Jones Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Jones Jr lands a jab to Bissainthe's midsection.
Bissainthe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jones Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick nicely.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Bissainthe misses with a straight left.
Bissainthe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bissainthe throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Bissainthe scores with a kick to the body.
Bissainthe avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Jones Jr slips a jab from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr lands with an overhand left.
Bissainthe defending well as Jones Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Bissainthe throws a body kick.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Bissainthe.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Bissainthe pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Jones Jr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bissainthe on the side of the head.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Jones Jr blocks a leg kick.
Bissainthe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bissainthe wants to land a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Bissainthe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Bissainthe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jones Jr defending well as Bissainthe loads up on a big left hand.
Bissainthe scores with a spinning back kick!
Bissainthe ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bissainthe misses with a body kick.#T2#
Bissainthe throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Bissainthe pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd cheers as Bissainthe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Jones Jr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Bissainthe.
Jones Jr's corner calls for a 1-2. Jones Jr obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bissainthe motions for Jones Jr to come forward. Bissainthe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick nicely.
Bissainthe throws a solid leg kick but Jones Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bissainthe.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones Jr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Bissainthe moves out of range.
Bissainthe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a push kick but Jones Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Bissainthe is just out of range.
Jones Jr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice body kick from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bissainthe throws out the jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bissainthe. #T3#
Bissainthe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jones Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL2#
Jones Jr instigates a clinch.
Bissainthe can't find room to land a body shot as Jones Jr controls the action. #BC#
Bissainthe manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Bissainthe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bissainthe misses with a straight right.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a body kick that misses.
Jones Jr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL2#
Jones Jr clinches.
Bissainthe digs a right hand into Jones Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones Jr's gas tank. #BC#
Bissainthe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice takedown defense from Bissainthe. No joy for Jones Jr on that attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bissainthe.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bissainthe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jones Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bissainthe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Bissainthe's head.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jones Jr throws a shot to the body.
Jones Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Bissainthe's shoulder, as Bissainthe tries to avoid the shot.
Jones Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bissainthe misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bissainthe. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bissainthe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bissainthe looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Jones Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Bissainthe.
Bissainthe throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bissainthe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bissainthe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bissainthe scores with a hook to the body. Jones Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bissainthe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jones Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Toussaint Bissainthe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bissainthe takes one on the button.
Bissainthe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.

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 Toussaint Bissainthe.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bissainthe, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: PFC 255 Bapp vs Gormsson
Date: Mar 21, 2021

#R1#
Duranto throws a looping overhand right but Jones Jr ducks down to avoid it.
An inside leg kick lands from Duranto.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Duranto avoids it easily.
Jones Jr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jones Jr scores with a nice strike.
Duranto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Duranto throws a big shot that misses.
Duranto scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Duranto looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Duranto misses with a leg kick.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Duranto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Duranto lands a lovely overhand right.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Duranto avoids the punch easily.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Duranto misses.
Jones Jr throws a looping overhand right but Duranto ducks down to avoid it.
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr takes a kick to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Duranto goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Jones Jr misses with a body shot
and Duranto counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Duranto cracks Jones Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Duranto tries to work over Jones Jr's front leg with a kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Duranto's head but Duranto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Duranto lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Duranto.
Duranto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Duranto tries a quick counter leg kick but Jones Jr is wise to it.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Duranto moves away and avoids it.
Duranto attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Duranto connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Duranto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Duranto ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Duranto staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Duranto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Duranto throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr scores with a body shot.
A low kick lands for Duranto. #T2#
Duranto wants to slow Jones Jr down by chopping away at his legs.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Duranto throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot
and Duranto counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Duranto has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Duranto misses with a head kick.
Duranto moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Duranto throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jones Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Duranto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Duranto throws a leg kick but Jones Jr moved away.
Duranto cracks Jones Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duranto manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch.
Duranto looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Duranto is quick to defend against it.#CL#
Jones Jr moves into range and clinches up with Duranto.#BC2#
Duranto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duranto is looking to chop away at Jones Jr's legs.
Duranto is looking to slow Jones Jr down with leg kicks.
Duranto throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.#T3#
Jones Jr digs a good body shot into Duranto's ribs.
Duranto fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Duranto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jones Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Duranto misses with a straight left.
Duranto feints and then cracks Jones Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones Jr down.
Duranto throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Duranto with the inside leg kick.
Duranto throws a solid leg kick but Jones Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Duranto.
Duranto missing with a left hand there. Jones Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr lands with a good body shot.
Duranto shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Donk. Jones Jr catches Duranto right on the button with a cross.
Duranto tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Duranto throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Duranto didn't expect that.
Duranto utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jones Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Duranto is keeping the position for now.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Duranto keeps moving.
Duranto preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Duranto has wrist control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr preventing the sweep.
Jones Jr lands a couple of digs.
Duranto working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roberto Duranto dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Duranto connects with a jab.
Duranto takes one on the button.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Duranto looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jones Jr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Duranto throws a quick inside leg kick.
Duranto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Duranto takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Duranto connects with a crisp jab.
Jab from Jones Jr.
Duranto on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Duranto thows a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it #TD#
and Jones Jr decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Duranto's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duranto trying to keep a closed guard but Jones Jr is proving a slippery customer.
Duranto working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Duranto gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1#
Jones Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Jones Jr, not yet. #SUB#
Jones Jr is looking for a triangle but Duranto pushes his legs off easily.
Jones Jr is looking to sweep but instead, Duranto has passed into half guard.
Jones Jr is in trouble now - Duranto has advanced to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Duranto wants to control the pace but Jones Jr is squirming around nicely.
Duranto looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jones Jr is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T2#
Duranto tries to control but Jones Jr wriggling away.
Duranto controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Jones Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
Duranto content just to control the position here.
Jones Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Jones Jr gets back to half guard.
Jim Jones Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones Jr wants to improve his position but Duranto is controlling well.
Duranto is controlling the pace.
Jones Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Duranto's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Duranto's back!#T4#
Duranto is taking damage to the body and head.
Jones Jr loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Duranto hold on?
Duranto covering up well and avoiding damage.
Jones Jr throwing strikes and Duranto squirms under the pressure, ending up mounted.
Jones Jr looking to finish with strikes here!
Jones Jr lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Jones Jr connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Duranto?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Duranto slips under a jab.
Duranto throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Duranto moves out of range.
Duranto swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Duranto is out of range.
Roberto Duranto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Duranto can pounce on him.
Duranto is looking to chop away at Jones Jr's legs.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Duranto moved out of range.
Duranto closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Duranto throws a looping overhand right but Jones Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Duranto slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Duranto sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Duranto.
Duranto tried to score with a low kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Duranto is looking to score with low kicks.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duranto manages to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Duranto. #T1#
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duranto slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Duranto takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Roberto Duranto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Duranto tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones Jr is able to avoid easily.
Duranto throws a leg kick but Jones Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Duranto ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jab by Duranto.
Duranto throws a body kick that misses.
Duranto misses with a body kick.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jones Jr scores with a nice head shot.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jab from Jones Jr.
Duranto scores with a leg kick.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Duranto's head but Duranto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Duranto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
Duranto throws a shot from downtown. Jones Jr moves away and avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crunch! Duranto slams his shin into Jones Jr's torso.
A head kick misses from Duranto.
Duranto swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Duranto lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jones Jr takes a step back to recover.
Duranto lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones Jr at a distance.
Duranto scoring well with a low kick there.
Duranto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
Duranto misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Jones Jr decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Duranto's guard.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Duranto utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Duranto works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Duranto looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Duranto working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Duranto is retaining full guard.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Duranto wants to sweep but no luck.
Duranto utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jones Jr postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Duranto keeps moving. #T4#
Duranto can't keep his opponent in guard - Jones Jr advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Duranto makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Duranto.
Jones Jr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Duranto seems keen to control Jones Jr's posture.
Jones Jr stands up over Duranto, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Duranto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Duranto seems keen to control Jones Jr's posture.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Roberto Duranto.
I think Duranto 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: PFC 248 Po vs Bapp
Date: Feb 21, 2021

#R1#
Turnbull looks for the body kick but Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Turnbull cracks Jones Jr with a good jab.
Jones Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Jones Jr closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Turnbull quickly recovers to half guard.
Jones Jr misses with a head shot. Turnbull uses the momentum to regain guard.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Turnbull keeps moving.
Jones Jr throws a strike but Turnbull rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Jones Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jones Jr working for a triangle but Turnbull defends it easily.
Turnbull showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Turnbull slips nicely into half guard.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
Jones Jr wants to control but Turnbull is keeping busy. #SUB#
Jones Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turnbull prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jones Jr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jones Jr controls Turnbull momentarily but Turnbull frees himself.
Turnbull is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Jones Jr looking to control. #SUB#
Jones Jr working for a triangle but Turnbull defends it easily. #SUB#
Jones Jr isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Turnbull stacks Jones Jr 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 Turnbull!#T3#
Jones Jr manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Jones Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Turnbull defending well though.
Jones Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Jones Jr not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jones Jr landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Turnbull keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jones Jr frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jones Jr dominating with strikes here.#T4#
Turnbull regains half guard.
Turnbull is looking to control Jones Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turnbull avoid being mounted?
Ground and pound from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nice strikes from Jones Jr there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Turnbull blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Turnbull dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Turnbull on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Turnbull avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones Jr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Turnbull throws a leg kick #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Roderick Turnbull has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Turnbull is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr is taking a breather. Turnbull 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.
Turnbull is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jones Jr scores with a couple of nice shots.
Turnbull is staying active underneath Jones Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turnbull keeping control of the position.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Turnbull to regain full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turnbull being controlled here, momentarily.
Turnbull preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
Turnbull looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jones Jr is one step ahead there.
Jones Jr prevents Turnbull from getting back to his feet.
Turnbull is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jones Jr is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jones Jr trying to control but Turnbull is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones Jr won't allow Turnbull to sweep him here. #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.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Turnbull has wrist control.
Jones Jr passes Turnbull's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Jones Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Turnbull defending well though.
Jones Jr not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jones Jr throwing shots but Turnbull is blocking nicely.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Turnbull is working from the bottom.
Turnbull tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Jones Jr looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Turnbull with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jim Jones Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3##SUB#
Jones Jr is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Turnbull has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jones Jr throws a strike but Turnbull avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses. Turnbull uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jones Jr's guard. Nice move by Turnbull!#REVB#
Jones Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turnbull is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Jones Jr throws his legs up looking for a submission but Turnbull uses it to pass to side control.
Jones Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Turnbull taking a breather here.
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Jones Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turnbull can do to turn this around?
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jones Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Turnbull's best efforts.
Jones Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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#
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Turnbull keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Turnbull feints a counter leg kick.
Turnbull displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
Turnbull missing with a left hand there. Jones Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Turnbull strikes.
Jones Jr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Turnbull in his tracks.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Turnbull. No joy for Jones Jr on that attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Turnbull! But no joy.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Turnbull.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Turnbull is quick to defend against it.
Turnbull comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Turnbull stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Roderick Turnbull 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.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turnbull manages to avoid it.
Turnbull misses with a straight right.
Turnbull takes one to the side of the head.
Jones Jr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Turnbull finds it's way round the side to connect with Jones Jr's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones Jr.#T1#
Turnbull looks to throw the jab but Jones Jr is out of range.
Jones Jr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Turnbull.
Turnbull throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL#
Turnbull gets tackled into the cage by Jones Jr. Jones Jr maintains the clinch.
Turnbull throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Turnbull lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jones Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Turnbull lands a shoulder strike.
Turnbull misses with a hook from the clinch.
Turnbull prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Turnbull throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Turnbull lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jones Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Turnbulls head.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Turnbull lands a hook that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Turnbull misses with the head strike. #T2#
Turnbull lands an uppercut.
Turnbull goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
Turnbull works on Jones Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Turnbull swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Turnbull swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turnbull.
Jones Jr wants a takedown.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Turnbull controls his hands.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Turnbull.
Turnbull misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Turnbull controls his hands.
Turnbull cracks Jones Jr with a nice body shot.
Jones Jr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Roderick Turnbull seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A left hand lands to the body for Jones Jr.
Turnbull misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr lands a body punch.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Turnbull misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from Turnbull.
Turnbull misses with a punch on the inside.
Turnbull tries to work over Jones Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Turnbull misses with a body punch.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Turnbull.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Turnbull blocks it.
Jones Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turnbull pushes Jones Jr back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Turnbull blocking some punches.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Turnbull controls the action.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Turnbull lands with a short shot to the head.
Turnbull misses with a punch to the body.
Turnbull working aggressively here.
Jones Jr gets through Turnbull's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Turnbull tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jones Jr lands a body shot. #T4#
Turnbull stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but instead, Turnbull has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jones Jr into the cage.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Turnbull misses with some punches.
Jones Jr tries to work over Turnbull's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Turnbull avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Turnbull uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turnbull struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Jones Jr digs a right hand into Turnbull's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Turnbull's gas tank.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turnbull works on Jones Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Turnbull misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Turnbull misses with some punches.
Turnbull misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones Jr lands a shot to the body.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Turnbull.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Roderick Turnbull.
I think Jones Jr 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: PFC 241 Arendse vs Bathory 3
Date: Jan 24, 2021

#R1#
Chavez misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Chavez throws a body kick.
Chavez tests Jones Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chavez throws a half hearted mid kick.
Chavez throws a good cross that connects.
Chavez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chavez loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Chavez takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Chavez staying out of range there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chavez.
Jones Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chavez on the side of the head.
Jones Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Jones Jr shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Chavez is trying to defend but Jones Jr finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Chavez taking some punishment here, with Jones Jr in his half guard. #T1#
Jones Jr looks to land a strike but Chavez avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Jones Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jones Jr trying to control but Chavez is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr postures up in Chavez's guard and throws a big left but Chavez blocks it.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Jones Jr throws a strike but Chavez rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Chavez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jones Jr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavez has managed to get both his arms back between Jones Jr's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Jones Jr has his foot on Chavez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavez works his way back into a safe position though.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Jones Jr looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Chavez has picked Jones Jr up and slammed him! Jones Jr can't keep hold of the triangle and Chavez manages to pass to side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Chavez presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Jones Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
Jones Jr wants to control but Chavez is having none of it.#T3#
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones Jr wants to hold on but Chavez pushes him away.
Jones Jr is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Chavez controlling from the full mount.
Jones Jr keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chavez content just to control the position here. #T4#
Jones Jr is trying desperately to improve position.
Chavez controlling from mount.
Jones Jr working to try and regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Domingo Chavez will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Chavez lands a jab to the head.
Chavez connects with the punch.
Chavez avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Chavez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Chavez tries to clinch up.
Chavez moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Chavez takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Domingo Chavez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chavez darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Chavez does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheers as Jones Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Chavez doesn't seem phased though.
Chavez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Chavez is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chavez throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr attempts a counter takedown but Chavez avoids it well and moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chavez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Chavez throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Domingo Chavez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chavez throws out the jab.
Jones Jr misses with a double jab
and Chavez counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chavez.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chavez. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab, jab by Chavez - just one landing.
Chavez walks into a stiff left hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chavez.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Chavez is quick to defend against it.
Chavez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Chavez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chavez jabs Jones Jr right on the nose. Jones Jr blinks but takes it well.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Chavez.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Chavez sprawls and moves away.
Chavez scores with a nice body kick.
Jones Jr misses with a left hand
and Chavez counters with a nice uppercut.
Good work by Chavez as he checks the leg kick.
Chavez lands a leg kick that knocks Jones Jr off balance momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chavez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Chavez cracks Jones Jr with an open hand slap.#T2#
Chavez drops his hands momentarily and Jones Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chavez.
Chavez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chavez throws a body kick that misses.
Domingo Chavez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chavez blocks a jab.
Chavez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chavez throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chavez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jones Jr in his tracks.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chavez.
Jones Jr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Chavez fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jones Jr on the side of the head.
Chavez throws a body shot but no joy.
Chavez pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Chavez takes one to the chin there.#T3#
Chavez throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a takedown into side control.
An elbow from Jones Jr crashes against the mat.
Jones Jr throws a strike aimed at the side of Chavez's head but Chavez avoids it well.
Check out the look on Jones Jr's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Chavez is working away.
Jones Jr creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Chavez takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Chavez struggling a bit here.
Jones Jr tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T4#
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Jones Jr working the strikes but Chavez uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #SUB#
Jones Jr 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.
Chavez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jones Jr looks to land a strike but Chavez avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chavez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Domingo Chavez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Jones Jr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chavez circles away quickly and effectively.
Jones Jr backing away here, and Chavez unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Good leg kick by Chavez.
Chavez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Chavez.
Chavez throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chavez wants to clinch.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chavez.
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chavez.
Chavez connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chavez throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Chavez fights it but they end up in guard.
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Chavez keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr is working Chavez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jones Jr trying to move into half guard but instead Chavez has managed to sweep!#REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chavez defends well.
Chavez stopping the sweep attempt from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chavez manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Chavez keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully. #T2#
Jones Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Chavez keeps moving.
Jones Jr 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing.
Jones Jr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Chavez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jones Jr throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Jones Jr drops back, looking for a kneebar! Chavez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Chavez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Chavez! #REVB#
Jones Jr tries to bench press Chavez off him but Chavez keeps the position.
Chavez working away.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Jones Jr is trying to work for a sweep but Chavez has mounted him!
Jones Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Chavez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Jones Jr with the active half guard here but Chavez passes nicely into side control.

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 Jim Jones Jr.
I think Chavez 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Domingo Chavez!
After the fight, Domingo Chavez was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: PFC 233 Po vs Taus
Date: Dec 27, 2020

#R1#
Steve throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Steve fights it but they end up in guard.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Steve wants to get back to his feet but Jones Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Steve has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jones Jr off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Steve with a hook.
Steve misses the shot to the body.
Steve on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Steve throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Steve.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr with a nice cross.
Steve looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Jones Jr scores with a jab. Steve acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones Jr takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Steve uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Steve throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steve has time to react.#T1#
Jones Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Steve.
Jones Jr attempts a counter takedown but Steve avoids it well and moves away.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Steve.
Steve misses with a straight right.
Steve rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jones Jr connects with a nice short shot to Steve's temple.
Jones Jr 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.
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. Jones Jr connects with a nice short shot to Steve's temple.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jones Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Steve wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr 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.
Steve wants to stand back up but Jones Jr manages to pass into side control.
Steve taking a bit of punishment here - Jones Jr scoring with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steve is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Jones Jr is controlling him well.#T2#
Jones Jr throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Steve works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Steve wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr throwing shots but Steve is blocking nicely.
Jones Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Steve is trying to stand up here but Jones Jr is controlling him well.
Jones Jr winds up and cracks Steve with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Steve is looking to escape.#T3#
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Steve is looking to escape.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jones Jr working the head and body with strikes.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Steve tries to kick Jones Jr off but Jones Jr keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Jones Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Jones Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Steve looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Steve is working from the bottom.
Steve has hold of Jones Jr's hands but Jones Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Steve tries to kick Jones Jr off but Jones Jr keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Jones Jr looks to land a strike but Steve avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Steve wants to stand up but Jones Jr is controlling him.
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jones Jr is working Steve over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
That's time! Jones Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A head kick by Steve misses #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Steve fights it but they end up in guard.
Jones Jr trying to control but Steve is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr looking to pass the guard.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses. Steve uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jones Jr's guard. Nice move by Steve!#REVB#
Jones Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Jones Jr prevents Steve from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Steve keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jones Jr postures up in Steve's guard and throws a big left but Steve blocks it. #ES2#
Steve is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Jones Jr presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Steve prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Steve struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Steve tries a body shot but Jones Jr blocks it.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jones Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Steve backwards.
Steve lands with a light punch inside.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Steve controls the action.
A body shot lands from Steve.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Steve.
Steve tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jones Jr pushes Steve back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Steve.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones Jr.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steve.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC#
Jones Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Steve.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Steve throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr attempts a counter takedown but Steve avoids it well and moves away.
Jay Steve seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Steve.
Jones Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jones Jr blocks a head kick by Steve.
Steve misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steve. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Steve blocks a leg kick.#T3#
Steve misses with a looping left.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Steve sprawls and moves away.
Steve scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Steve ducks right into an uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Steve throws out a counter right but Jones Jr avoids it with no problem.
Steve misses with a looping right.
Jay Steve seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Steve.
Steve staying out of range there.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Steve moves out of range.
Jones Jr jabs at Steve's body.
Steve throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Steve walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Steve closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr throws a right and a left that Steve avoids nicely.
Jones Jr with a nice cross.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Steve to score with a decent uppercut.
Steve misses the jab.
Jones Jr dips to his left and cracks Steve with an uppercut!
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the body.
Jones Jr falls off balance throwing a combination
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steve throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Steve throws a shot from downtown. Jones Jr moves away and avoids it.
Steve throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steve looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jay Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Steve tries to counter with a clinch but Jones Jr shakes him off and moves away.
Steve scores with a decent looking hook.
Jones Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steve can do to turn this around?
Steve misses with a hook.
Jones Jr scores with a jab. Steve acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Steve.
Steve misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Steve misses with a looping left.
Steve throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones Jr throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Steve to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steve.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Steve is quick to defend against it.
Steve misses with a body punch #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones Jr throwing shots but Steve is blocking nicely.
Steve looks like he's trying to stand up.
Jones Jr not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Steve keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve wants to get back to his feet.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jones Jr lands a nice short elbow.#T1##SUB#
Jones Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jones Jr looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Steve with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jones Jr stops Steve from getting back to his feet.
Jones Jr working over Steve with some ground and pound. Steve looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jones Jr lands a nice short elbow.
Jones Jr wants to pass the guard but Steve is defending well.
Steve is trying to stand. #T2#
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jones Jr is nestled in close to Steve, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Steve keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #ES2#
Steve manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Steve misses with a hook.
Jones Jr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
No joy there for Jones Jr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steve! But no joy.
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
Steve misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr slips under a jab from Steve.
Jay Steve has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steve fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Steve lands a jab to the nose.
The fighters circling - Steve throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steve.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Steve sprawls and moves away.
Steve takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jones Jr with a hook.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Steve moves into range and connects with a jab.
Steve misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr misses with a left hand
and Steve counters with a straight right hand.
Steve misses with a straight left.
Jones Jr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Steve doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Steve takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Steve misses with a straight right.
Jones Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Steve is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jones Jr.
Steve misses with a straight left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Steve.
Steve cracks Jones Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Steve pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Steve getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jones Jr with a nice cross.#TD#
Jones Jr closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T4##SUB#
Jones Jr is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Steve knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Steve is working away.
Jones Jr in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Steve tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Steve tries to escape but Jones Jr is in control.
Steve striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Steve is pushing Jones Jr's head away, looking to escape. Jones Jr manages to hold on to the position though.
Steve is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jones Jr is chipping away with strikes.

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 Jim Jones Jr.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jones Jr, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
Our winner, Jim Jones Jr, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: PFC 225 Tuala vs Kemp
Date: Nov 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Serronen takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses.
Serronen looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Serronen.
Serronen cracks Jones Jr with an open hand slap.
Serronen scoring well with a low kick there.
Serronen has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Serronen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Serronen throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Jones Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Serronen scores with a leg kick.
Jones Jr scores with a body shot.
Serronen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Serronen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Serronen swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones Jr.
A little jabbing left from Serronen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Serronen, as that shot connected. #T1#
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr defending well as Serronen loads up on a big left hand.
Jones Jr throws a series of punches but Serronen moves out of range.
Serronen cracks a nice hook into Jones Jr's ribs.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Serronen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice shot by Serronen.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Serronen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Aku Serronen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Serronen misses with a body kick.
Serronen misses with a body kick.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Serronen sprawls and moves away.
Serronen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Serronen sprawls and moves away.
Serronen with a jab.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Serronen scoring well with a low kick there.
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Serronen throws out the jab.
Jones Jr shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jones Jr defending well as Serronen loads up on a big left hand.
Serronen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jones Jr clobbers Serronen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Aku Serronen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Serronen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Serronen moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Serronen.
Jones Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Serronen strikes.
Serronen moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Serronen throws a series of punches but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Serronen sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice defenses there by Serronen.
Serronen misses with a series of wild punches.
Serronen misses with a straight left.
Good work by Jones Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Serronen lands a slapping body shot.
Serronen throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Serronen clobbers Jones Jr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Serronen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Serronen.
Jones Jr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A nice inside leg kick there by Serronen. That's going to slow Jones Jr down. #T4#
Serronen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Serronen is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Jones Jr had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr avoids a kick to the body.
Serronen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Serronen throws a shot to the body.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Serronen.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serronen.
Jones Jr fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Serronen.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Serronen.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Serronen misses.
Serronen is looking to land body kicks.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jones Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aku Serronen 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#
Serronen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Serronen.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Serronen.
Jones Jr throwing a counter right hand but Serronen manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Serronen misses its intended target.
Jones Jr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Serronen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch
and Serronen counters with a nice uppercut.
Serronen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Serronen didn't expect that.
Serronen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jones Jr's guard. #REVB#
Jones Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Serronen stays in close to Jones Jr's body and controls the position.
Jones Jr keeping full guard, as Serronen tries to pass.
Serronen preventing the sweep. #T1#
Jones Jr keeping full guard, as Serronen tries to pass.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Serronen from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr wants to improve his position but instead Serronen has moved into half guard.
Jones Jr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Serronen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Serronen's back!
Serronen is taking damage to the body and head.
Serronen tries to escape the position.
Jones Jr scores with punches to the body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Jones Jr trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #T2#
Jones Jr has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Serronen.
Will Jones Jr go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Serronen trying to control the position but Jones Jr manages to sink in the hooks.
Serronen staying busy and making it hard for Jones Jr to control.
Jones Jr scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Serronen is looking for a way out.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Serronen trying to control the hands but Jones Jr won't let him.
Jones Jr is trying to stick to Serronen's back but Serronen is turning into Jones Jr. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jones Jr's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Serronen.#SU2#
Serronen gets to his feet. Jones Jr looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3#
Jones Jr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Serronen.
Serronen thuds his right hand into Jones Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Serronen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Jones Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Serronen seems unphased.
Serronen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Serronen throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Serronen scores with a nice strike.
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Serronen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Serronen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Jones Jr moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Serronen is trying to push Jones Jr away but Jones Jr has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Nice body punch from Serronen.
Jones Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Serronen backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Serronen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards. #T4#
Jones Jr lands with a right to the head.
Serronen swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Serronen misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Serronen.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from Serronen.
Serronen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Serronen misses with a body punch.
Serronen misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones Jr.
Serronen struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Serronen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Serronen misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Serronen prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Serronen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
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 Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Serronen throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Serronen throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jones Jr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Serronen controlling Jones Jr's posture.
Jones Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
Serronen is pulling down on Jones Jr's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Serronen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones Jr defends well.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Serronen keeps moving. #T1#
Jones Jr looking to pass the guard.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Jones Jr is fighting to break Serronen's control of his arms but Serronen is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr chips away with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Serronen's head.
Jones Jr throws a strike but Serronen rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Serronen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Serronen controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Jones Jr is trying to hold Serronen in close to prevent damage but Serronen has managed to pass into half guard.
Jones Jr gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Jones Jr is looking for a triangle here but Serronen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Jones Jr is not content to let Serronen control the position. #T3##SU2#
Serronen stands up.
Serronen fakes the leg kick and cracks Jones Jr in the body.
Serronen scores with a hook to the body. Jones Jr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Serronen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Serronen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jones Jr shoots in looking for a takedown but Serronen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones Jr's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Serronen fakes the leg kick and cracks Jones Jr in the body.
Jones Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones Jr misses the target.#T4#
Jones Jr moves out of range as Serronen strikes.
Serronen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jones Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Serronen is quick to defend against it.
Serronen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Serronen throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Serronen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Serronen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Serronen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to counter with a takedown but Serronen is quick to defend against it.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Serronen saw that one coming.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jones Jr takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Serronen motions for Jones Jr to come forward. Serronen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both fighters circling a little - Serronen finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Serronen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aku Serronen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Serronen 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aku Serronen!
Aku Serronen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: PFC 218 Graves vs Monkey
Date: Oct 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Turnbull throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turnbull manages to avoid it.
Turnbull avoids the body shot from Jones Jr. #CL2#
Turnbull fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
Turnbull fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Turnbull's elbow.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Turnbull avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Jones Jr has Turnbull pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Turnbull manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A right hand to the body from Turnbull.
Turnbull lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Turnbull.
A short body shot lands from Turnbull as the two fighters clinch.
Turnbull throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Turnbull misses with some punches.
A right hand to the body from Turnbull.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Turnbull blocks it.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
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!
Turnbull lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jones Jr slows down the pace here. #T1#
Jones Jr cracks Turnbull with a nice body shot.
Jones Jr lands a shot to the body.
Turnbull blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Turnbull working aggressively here.
Turnbull has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jones Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Turnbull can turn it around.
Turnbull works on Jones Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Turnbull's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jones Jr wants to take the fight to the mat but Turnbull manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Turnbull makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Turnbull.
Turnbull lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Turnbull.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turnbull throws a head punch that misses.
Turnbull can't find room to land a body shot as Jones Jr controls the action.
Jones Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Turnbull can't find room to land a body shot as Jones Jr controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turnbull. #T2#
Turnbull scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Turnbull.
Turnbull misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr lands a body punch.
Jones Jr blocking some punches.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Turnbull tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones Jr's elbow.
Turnbull swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
Turnbull lands a left hand.
Turnbull digs a right hand into Jones Jr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones Jr's gas tank.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Turnbull controls the action.
Turnbull lands a shot to the body.
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jones Jr blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Turnbull tries to work over Jones Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Turnbull doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Turnbull struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Jones Jr is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Turnbull's elbow.
A short right from Jones Jr on the inside.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Turnbull.
Turnbull lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Turnbull misses with a punch on the inside.
Turnbull tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Turnbull doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jones Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Turnbull controls his hands.
Turnbull doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Turnbull lands with a left to the head.
Turnbull lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Turnbull works on Jones Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
A short left from Turnbull.
Turnbull tries to throw a body punch but Jones Jr avoids it by throwing Turnbull back against the cage.
Turnbull is leaning against Jones Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Turnbull lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from Turnbull - that landed with a thud.
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Turnbull lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Turnbull lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Turnbull lands a right hand.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Turnbull misses with the head strike.
Turnbull can't find room to land a body shot as Jones Jr controls the action.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Turnbull.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Turnbull works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Turnbull.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Turnbull uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turnbull swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Turnbull is working Jones Jr over against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roderick Turnbull dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Turnbull rushes Jones Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Turnbull is working Jones Jr over against the cage.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turnbull backwards.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Turnbull blocks an uppercut.
Turnbull blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Turnbull's elbow.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Turnbull lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Turnbull.
Turnbull throws a head punch that misses.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
Turnbull stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Turnbull lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turnbull misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Turnbull misses with a short punch on the inside.
Turnbull scores with a shot to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Turnbull takes a shot to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Turnbull.
Roderick Turnbull seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Turnbull lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Turnbull scores with a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Turnbull.
Jones Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Turnbull uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turnbull lands a nice uppercut.
Turnbull goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Turnbull struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Turnbull blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Turnbull lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Turnbull.
Turnbull throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Turnbull blocking some punches.
Turnbull swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turnbull lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Turnbull struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands. #T2#
Turnbull fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Turnbull.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turnbull swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Turnbull scores with a shoulder strike.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Turnbull uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turnbull lands with a right to the head.
Turnbull is working Jones Jr over against the cage.
Turnbull throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Turnbull misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turnbull.
A right hook to the body lands for Turnbull.
Turnbull blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Turnbull lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Turnbull throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Turnbull avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Turnbull as the two fighters clinch.
Turnbull scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Turnbull lands a left hand.
Turnbull is leaning against Jones Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jones Jr can't break the clinch.
Turnbull prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Turnbull tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turnbull throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jones Jrs head.
Turnbull working aggressively here.
Turnbull misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Turnbull lands with a light punch inside.
A body shot lands from Turnbull.
Turnbull gets through Jones Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Turnbull misses with a hook from the clinch.
Turnbull misses with a hook from the clinch.
Turnbull misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Turnbull.
Turnbull lands with a left to the head.
Turnbull tries to throw a body punch but Jones Jr avoids it by throwing Turnbull back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Turnbull. #T4#
Turnbull misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Turnbull tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Turnbull throws a front kick that sends Jones Jr stumbling back into the cage.
Turnbull looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turnbull throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turnbull stuffs the takedown attempt from Jones Jr. Jones Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Turnbull has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Jones Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Turnbull has a couple of punches blocked by Jones Jr.
Turnbull throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jones Jr.
Turnbull has a couple of punches blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roderick Turnbull showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Good shot there by Jones Jr.
Turnbull stuffs the takedown.
Turnbull scores with a sloppy right hand. Jones Jr should have avoided that one.
Nice defenses there by Turnbull.
Turnbull misses the jab.
Turnbull walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr takes one on the button.
Turnbull ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Turnbull scores with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Jones Jr. Those never looked like landing.
Turnbull looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Turnbull misses with a low kick.
Turnbull is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jones Jr rather than just go for the knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turnbull thows a body kick. Jones Jr tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Turnbull blocks it.
Turnbull connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turnbull.
Turnbull throws out a counter right but Jones Jr avoids it with no problem.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Turnbull swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Roderick Turnbull is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Jones Jr shoots in looking for a takedown but Turnbull manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones Jr's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Turnbull throws a body kick.
Turnbull swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Turnbull with a nice calf kick.
Turnbull slips under a jab.#TD#
Jones Jr looking to score a takedown here. Turnbull is defending well but Jones Jr drives through and ends up in Turnbull's guard.
Turnbull is pulling down on Jones Jr's head to control his posture.
Turnbull keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turnbull is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
Turnbull manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Jones Jr manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Jones Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jones Jr trying to control the position.
Turnbull tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones Jr is retaining full guard.
Turnbull controlling from the top position. #T3#
Jones Jr wants to sweep here but Turnbull controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr keeping full guard, as Turnbull tries to pass.
Jones Jr wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jones Jr tests Turnbull's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Turnbull walks into a left hand.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jones Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Turnbull can pounce on him.
Turnbull is looking to clinch.
Turnbull with a nice calf kick.
Turnbull connects with a body shot that sends Jones Jr's belly button to the back.
Turnbull misses with a straight left.
Roderick Turnbull seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones Jr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Turnbull.
Turnbull with a nice cross.
Jones Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Turnbull ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Turnbull. Turnbull obviously looking to wear him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Turnbull throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jones Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones Jr misses with a left hand
and Jones Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Turnbull lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Jones Jr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Turnbull.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roderick Turnbull comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Turnbull 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roderick Turnbull!

Event: PFC 210 Gormsson vs Parade
Date: Sep 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones Jr slips a jab from Fett.
Fett steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.#TD2#
Jones Jr drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fett takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Jones Jr works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Jones Jr connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Fett some visible discomfort.
Jones Jr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fett keeps working.
Fett is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jones Jr's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Jones Jr controlling the pace.
Nice strikes from Jones Jr there. #T1#
Jones Jr trying to control from half guard but Fett is working away.
Fett is looking to improve his position.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fett trying to hold on to Jones Jr's head to control him but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Fett is working from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jones Jr landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jones Jr working over Fett with some ground and pound. Fett looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Fett is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jones Jr frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Fett is in all sorts of trouble here.
Fett wants to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Fett is desperately trying to improve his position but Jones Jr has a good base and remains in mount.
Jones Jr landing shots from mount.
Fett tries to reverse the position but Jones Jr maintains control.
Jones Jr is landing with some decent strikes but Fett is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Jones Jr controlling from mount.
Jones Jr with shots to the head and body - Fett looks very uncomfortable down there. #T3#
Jones Jr looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Jones Jr lands a heavy elbow.
Jones Jr unloading with bombs!
Fett is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Fett wants to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Jones Jr with the ground and pound from mount.
Fett can't escape the position.
BOOM! Jones Jr connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Jones Jr working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Fett in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fett tries to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Fett is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr is landing with some decent strikes but Fett is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Jones Jr landing punches.
Jones Jr scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Fett?
Jones Jr tries to control but Fett wriggling away.
Fett tries to lock up and control but Jones Jr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jones Jr is landing with some decent strikes but Fett is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC2#Fett is rocked!
Jones Jr scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Oh Fett is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jones Jr punishing his opponent with strikes.
Jones Jr lands a big elbow.
Fett is looking to improve his position but Jones Jr isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jones Jr 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.
Fett seems to have got his legs back now.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Fett swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fett misses with a looping left.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Fett.
A shot to the body from Fett misses
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jones Jr tries for a takedown but Fett sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Fett counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr throws a right hand that misses
enabling Fett to counter with a crisp jab.
Fett misses with an uppercut. #T1##CL2#
Jones Jr rushes Fett and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Fett breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Settakian Fett is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fett throws a shot from downtown. Jones Jr moves away and avoids it.
The crowd cheers as Jones Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fett doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#It looks like Settakian Fett has been cut.
Fett scores with a hook.
Fett ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fett moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Fett appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jones Jr throws a series of punches but Fett avoids them all with ease.
Jones Jr moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2##CL2#
Jones Jr has Fett up against the cage in a clinch.
A hook to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is trying to maintain a safe position but Fett gets an underhook and turns Jones Jr into the cage.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Fett.
Fett has Jones Jr pressed against the cage. #BC#
Fett breaks from the clinch.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good standup being displayed there by Fett as he connects with a hook.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Fett was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Fett counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fett dodges the punch combination from Jones Jr. #T3#
Fett lands a nice shot that snaps Jones Jr's head back.
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the body from Fett misses
and Jones Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
Fett slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Fett walks into a straight right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Fett's ribcage but misses. #T4#
A jab from Jones Jr misses.
Fett will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Fett blocks a jab.
Jones Jr punishes Fett's body with a nice straight punch.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones Jr shoots and misses
and Fett counters with a nice body shot. #CL2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and clinches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jones Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
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!
Fett stalls. #BC#
Fett escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Fett cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Settakian Fett's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Jones Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Fett off the cage and back into range.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Fett.
Jones Jr feints the counter takedown.
Nice cross by Fett.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Jones Jr lands a jab-cross combination.
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown but Fett shows good takedown defense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fett fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Fett lands a nice hook to Jones Jr's body. Jones Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fett slips a straight right by Jones Jr.#T1#
Jones Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fett on the side of the head.
Jones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Fett.
Fett throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fett scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.
Fett fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jones Jr just manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr misses with a double jab
and Fett counters with an outside leg kick.
Jones Jr connects with a body shot that sends Fett's belly button to the back.
Settakian Fett has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fett swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
Jones Jr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Fett avoids it easily.
Fett takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fett misses with an uppercut
and Jones Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jones Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fett doesn't seem bothered though.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Good exchange - Fett coming out on top.
Fett throws the kick towards the body but Jones Jr avoids it.
Fett throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Fett throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fett misses with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Jones Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
Jones Jr tests Fett's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Fett.
Fett tests Jones Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fett misses with a body punch
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fett misses with a wild combination.
Jones Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Jones Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jones Jr 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 26:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 26:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
Our winner, Jim Jones Jr, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: PFC 205 Bennett vs Parade
Date: Sep 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trudeau walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jones Jr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Trudeau fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Trudeau.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Trudeau has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trudeau there as he acknowledges the shot.
Trudeau throws a combination that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Yves Trudeau has been cut.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Trudeau lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Trudeau.
Jones Jr scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Trudeau misses with a lunging right hand
and Trudeau takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Trudeau is just out of range.
Trudeau's corner calls for a 1-2. Trudeau obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Trudeau shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
It looks like Jones Jr has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Trudeau throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A quick step to the side and Jones Jr tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trudeau thumps Jones Jr with a low kick.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Trudeau strikes.
Trudeau throws a right and a left that both miss.
Trudeau throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Trudeau looks to move away, Jones Jr throws a big counter combo but Trudeau just gets out of the way.
Jones Jr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Trudeau. Trudeau obviously looking to wear him down.
Jones Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trudeau.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Trudeau feints and then cracks Jones Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones Jr down.
Jones Jr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Trudeau throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Trudeau takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Jones Jr lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trudeau throws a head kick but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Trudeau on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Trudeau.
Jones Jr jabs Trudeau right on the nose. Trudeau blinks but takes it well.
Jones Jr blocks a jab.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Trudeau's ribcage but misses.
Nice defenses there by Trudeau.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trudeau.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trudeau scores with a jab. Jones Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Trudeau throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Trudeau throws a leg kick but Jones Jr moved away.
Trudeau throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Trudeau buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Trudeau moves away.
Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
Trudeau misses with a looping left.
Trudeau lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Trudeau throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr is looking to counter punch.
Trudeau throws a wild body kick that Jones Jr sees coming a mile off.
Trudeau throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jones Jr.
It looked like Jones Jr was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Trudeau scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Trudeau moved out of range.
Jones Jr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#That has opened up Yves Trudeau's cut even more.
Jones Jr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Trudeau on the side of the head. #T4#
Trudeau connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jones Jr momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trudeau misses with a leg kick
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Trudeau.
Trudeau throws a leg kick
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Trudeau moves away and avoids it.
Jones Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jones Jr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Trudeau misses with a straight left.
Trudeau throws a poor cross that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Yves Trudeau's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Trudeau.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Trudeau misses the shot to the body.
Trudeau takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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 Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Yves Trudeau's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jones Jr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones Jr 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.
Trudeau on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Yves Trudeau seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jones Jr, as that shot connected.
Trudeau fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jim Jones Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice jab there from Jones Jr. #ROC#Trudeau is rocked!
Trudeau looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Trudeau just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Trudeau throws a sloppy head kick and Jones Jr moves out of range easily.
Trudeau misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr. #T1#
Trudeau tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Trudeau.
Trudeau misses with a straight left.
Trudeau scores with a jab. Jones Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones Jr checks the leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Trudeau.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones Jr.#CUT#Yves Trudeau's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A jab from Jones Jr does it's job there.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Yves Trudeau's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jim Jones Jr!
A very excited looking Jim Jones Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: JAG Jones Jr vs Matusov
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Matusov misses with a takedown attempt
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
Matusov has his takedown stuffed
and Jones Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Matusov blocks a leg kick.
Matusov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jones Jr circles away.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boris Matusov.
Jones Jr leaves Matusov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jones Jr misses with a wild combination.
Matusov shoots in and drives through. Jones Jr sprawls well.
Matusov shoots in for a double leg but Jones Jr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jones Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Matusov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Matusov.
Jones Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Matusov misses with a takedown
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Matusov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jones Jr sprawls well. Jones Jr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Matusov gets slowly back to his feet.
Jim Jones Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Matusov looks for a takedown but Jones Jr sprawls well.
Matusov shoots in but Jones Jr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Matusov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Matusov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jones Jr's guard.
Matusov tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones Jr is retaining full guard.
Matusov trying to control but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
Matusov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Jones Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Matusov defends it easily.#T2#
Jones Jr pulls Matusov in close to prevent any damage.
Matusov stands and throws Jones Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Jones Jr manages to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jones Jr is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Matusov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jones Jr looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jones Jr looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jones Jr! #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Jones Jr is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Matusov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Matusov is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Matusov keeps trying to improve his position.
Jones Jr 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 Matusov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Matusov tries to bench press Jones Jr off him but Jones Jr keeps the position.
Jones Jr is working Matusov over with some ground and pound from side control.
Matusov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matusov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Matusov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jones Jr off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Matusov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Jones Jr defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Matusov doesn't have the hooks in and Jones Jr manages to turn into his guard.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound. #T4##SUB2#
Matusov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Matusov is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
Matusov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jones Jr controls the pace.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Matusov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones Jr defends well.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jones Jr connects with a couple of short punches.
Jones Jr is pushing down on Matusov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Matusov is fighting to maintain full guard but Jones Jr has managed to sneak the leg through.
Matusov is trying to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from Jones Jr there.
Matusov wants to improve his position but Jones Jr is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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#
Matusov fails with the takedown
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Jones Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jones Jr pushes Matusov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr prevents the takedown attempt.
Jones Jr lands with a left to the head.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Matusov's elbow.
A body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Matusov backwards.
Jones Jr scores with a shot to the side of Matusov's head. #ROC#Matusov is rocked!
Jones Jr lands with a right to the head.
Matusov is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones Jr finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matusov tries to score a body lock takedown but Jones Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boris Matusov.
Jones Jr pressing his opponent against the cage.
Jones Jr is pressed up against the cage. Matusov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jones Jr down to the mat. Jones Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Matusov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jones Jr counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Matusov thinking.
Matusov is breathing heavily.
Jones Jr moves in close and cracks Matusov with a massive right hand! Matusov, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Jones Jr!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jim Jones Jr!
Jim Jones Jr retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Jim Jones Jr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: JAG Plus
Date: May 16, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Roy scores with a jab. Jones Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones Jr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Roy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jab by Jones Jr.
Roy throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Roy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Roy.
Jones Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Roy.
Roy thuds a left hand into Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr closes the distance but Roy moves to the side
and Roy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Roy throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Roy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jones Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.

Jones Jr drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of short elbows.
Jones Jr looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Roy is avoiding damage well.
Roy wants to control but Jones Jr postures up.
Roy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Roy is working from the bottom.
I wouldn't like to be where Roy is right now.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr scoring with punches from side control.
Jones Jr tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've been hearing that Jones Jr has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Jones Jr throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
You can see the frustration on Roy's face as Jones Jr controls the position.
Jones Jr wants to control but Roy is keeping him busy.
Roy tries to bench press Jones Jr off him but Jones Jr keeps the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws an elbow but Roy slips to the side and avoids it well.
Jones Jr working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roy is pushing Jones Jr's head away, looking to escape. Jones Jr manages to hold on to the position though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Roy some visible discomfort.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of short elbows.
Roy is not content to let Jones Jr control the position.
Roy is looking to regain half guard here but Jones Jr keeps moving and retains side control.
Jones Jr throws an elbow but Roy slips to the side and avoids it well.
Jones Jr with the ground and pound but Roy regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Roy tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Jones Jr drops an elbow to the side of Roy's head.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jones Jr is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Roy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jones Jr scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jones Jr with the ground and pound but Roy uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Jones Jr wants to pass the guard but Roy is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr cracks Roy with a solid left hand.
Jones Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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.

Roy moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr avoids the elbow strike from Roy, against the cage.
Roy can't find room to land a body shot as Jones Jr controls the action.
Roy with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nice elbow from Roy.
A short right from Jones Jr on the inside.
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Roy backwards.
Jones Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Roy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Roy misses with an elbow over the top.

Jones Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Roy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Roy just misses with a punch to the body.
Roy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jones Jr rather than just go for the knockout.
Good work by Jones Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Roy slips under a jab from Jones Jr.

Roy forces Jones Jr back against the cage and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr tries to break the clinch but Roy is controlling the position.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Roy.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Roy backwards.
Roy throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Jones Jr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Roy backwards.
Roy comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Roy crunches a lovely knee into Jones Jr's ribcage.
Roy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Roy.
Roy lands a body punch.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Roy missing with knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones Jr's elbow.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Roy.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Roy is looking to control Jones Jr's arms but Jones Jr gets an underhook and turns him. Now Roy has his back to the cage.
Roy is trying to maintain a safe position but Jones Jr gets an underhook and turns Roy into the cage.
Roy lands a nice elbow from the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Roy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Roy avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
A short left from Jones Jr.
Roy tries to throw a body punch but Jones Jr avoids it by throwing Roy back against the cage.
Roy lands an elbow inside that Jones Jr shrugs off.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Roy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Roy lands a right hand.
Roy with a knee to the head.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Roy misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr blocks an elbow strike.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.

It looks like Lee Roy has been cut.
Jones Jr tries to work over Roy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr blocks an elbow strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Roy.
Roy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Roy has Jones Jr pressed against the cage, preventing Jones Jr from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Jones Jr tries to work over Roy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roy throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Roy trying to land knees to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, Roy throws an elbow but misses.
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roy's elbow.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Roy is trying to stall.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Roy controls the action.

Roy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Roy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jones Jr keeps the fight on the outside.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Roy.
Jones Jr thuds a left hand into Roy's body.
Roy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jones Jr to score with a decent uppercut.
Jab, jab by Jones Jr - just one landing.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Roy moves out of range.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the side of Roy's head but Roy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Roy slips under a jab.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Roy enables Jones Jr to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Roy manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Roy blocks nicely.
Jones Jr trying to control but Roy is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jones Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Roy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jones Jr throws a strike but Roy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

Jones Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Roy escapes and throws Jones Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Jones Jr being controlled for a moment.
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 Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lee Roy's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!

Roy throws a body kick that misses.
Roy misses with a body kick.
Roy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Roy slips a jab from Jones Jr.
A nice side step and Roy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Roy lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Roy. No joy for Jones Jr on that attempt.
Roy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr goes for a double leg but Roy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Roy continues to drive forward.
Jones Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Roy connects with a solid leg kick.
Jones Jr lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roy misses with a few strikes there.
Roy sizes up Jones Jr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Roy throws a low kick but Jones Jr avoids it.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Roy avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Roy just misses with a punch to the body.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones Jr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Roy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Roy was well out of range.
A nice side step and Roy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Roy staying out of range there.
Lee Roy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr swings widly with a right hand
enabling Roy to counter with a crisp jab.
Roy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jones Jr lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Roy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Roy staying out of range there.
Roy drops his hands momentarily and Jones Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lee Roy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Roy throws a front kick aimed at Jones Jr's knee but Jones Jr avoids it well.
Roy misses with a looping left.
A head kick misses from Roy.
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Roy as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim Jones Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr misses with a hook. Roy ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr wants to clinch.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot
and Roy counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Jones Jr looks to land a right hand but Roy moved out of range.
Jones Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Roy throws a nice inside leg kick.
Roy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Roy moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
A little jabbing left from Roy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Roy looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Jones Jr backing away here, and Roy unleashes a leg kick that just misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roy misses with a jab to the body

and Jones Jr counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Jones Jr jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Roy walks away with a smile on his face. Jones Jr gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.

Roy closes the distance and pushes Jones Jr back into the cage.
Roy lands an elbow just above Jones Jr 's eye.

Jones Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Roy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Roy throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Roy napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Jones Jr wants to control but Roy is keeping him busy.
Jim Jones Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Roy is trying to control Jones Jr's posture but Jones Jr avoids it.
Roy is not content to let Jones Jr control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Roy tries to bench press Jones Jr off him but Jones Jr keeps the position.
Jones Jr is looking to take a break and control but Roy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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!
Roy is trying to improve his position.
Jones Jr misses with the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Lee Roy just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Lee Roy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Roy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Roy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Roy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Roy misses with a wild body shot.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Roy manages to avoid it.
Roy misses with a low kick.
Roy doesn't manage to clinch there - Jones Jr circles away.
Roy delivers a nice body kick.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Roy manages to avoid it.

Jones Jr shoots in and bounces Roy off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Jones Jr wants to pass the guard but Roy is keeping the position.
Roy seems keen to control Jones Jr's posture.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Roy wants to get back to his feet but Jones Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Roy has momentary wrist control but Jones Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
Roy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Jones Jr is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jones Jr trying to control but Roy is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Roy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Roy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones Jr is fighting to break Roy's control of his arms but Roy is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the head.
Roy tries to land a front kick but Jones Jr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Roy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones Jr checks a leg kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Roy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Roy.

Jones Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr 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.
Roy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jones Jr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Roys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Roy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Roy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Roy swings for the body but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Roy counters with a left to the body.
Roy cracks Jones Jr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jones Jr lands the left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Roy circles away quickly and effectively.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Roy moved out of range nicely.
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Roy misses with a hook.
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Roy.
Jones Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Roy checks a low kick from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr takes a kick to the side of the head.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Roy misses with a body shot.
Roy scores with a three punch combo!
Roy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A jab from Jones Jr finds it's way through Roy's defenses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr had his way with Lee Roy in that round.
The cut man is working on Lee Roy's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!

Jones Jr tries to keep at a distance but Roy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Roy lands an elbow just above Jones Jr 's eye.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Roy.
Roy looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short right from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Roy pushes off an throws an elbow but Jones Jr leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Jones Jr gets through Roy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr dodges an elbow strike from Roy.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Roy.
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Roy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Jones Jr works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

Roy has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Jones Jr has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.

Roy breaks from the clinch.
Jones Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Roy misses with a body punch

and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Roy has wrist control.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Roy's head.
Roy wants to stand and escape but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Roy is retaining full guard.
Roy working a defensive guard here.
Roy keeping full guard, as Jones Jr tries to pass.
Lee Roy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Roy working a defensive guard here.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

Roy clinches.
Roy misses with a hook to the ribs.

Roy breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roy.
Roy ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Roy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jones Jr digs a good hook to Roy's body.
Roy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roy misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr dives in and grabs Roy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Roy pushes down on Jones Jr's head and hops out.
Roy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Roy throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Jones Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Roy seems unphased.
Roy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Roy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jones Jr attempts a counter takedown but Roy avoids it well and moves away.
Roy throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Roy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jones Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones Jr circles away from the clinch attempt

and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Roy fights it but they end up in guard.
Jones Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Roy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roy wants to get up but he can't break Jones Jr's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Jones Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

Roy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Jones Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Roy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Roy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Roy's corner. There ya go! There ya go!

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 Jim Jones Jr.
I think Jones Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:46
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Jones Jr!
Jim Jones Jr retains his welterweight title!
Jim Jones Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: JAG Aorigele-Xe
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1#
Jones Jr misses the jab.#CL#
Jones Jr clinches with his opponent.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Dramicanin.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Dramicanin avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Jones Jr is leaning against Dramicanin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dramicanin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dramicanin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Jones Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr lands a shot to the body.#T1#
Jones Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dramicanin misses with a punch to the body.
Dramicanin misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Dramicanin.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
A head punch on the inside from Jones Jr fails to land.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr prevents a takedown attempt there.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dramicanin.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Dramicanin uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Dramicanin displaying some good clinch control by pressing Jones Jr up against the cage.
Jones Jr will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Dramicanin up against the cage.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr working aggressively here. #BC2#
Dramicanin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Jones Jr closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dramicanin to the mat! Dramicanin manages to get full guard.
Dramicanin controls Jones Jr momentarily but Jones Jr frees himself.
Jones Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dramicanin works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Dramicanin can't keep his opponent in guard - Jones Jr advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dramicanin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jones Jr is working away from the top position though.
Dramicanin has hold of Jones Jr's hands but Jones Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Dramicanin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jones Jr passes to side control.
Dramicanin is looking to reverse the position.
Jones Jr working the body and head with strikes.
Dramicanin is trying to improve his position.
Jones Jr lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4#
Jones Jr in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Dramicanin is working away.
Dramicanin is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr scoring with punches and elbows.
Dramicanin manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jones Jr's best efforts.
Jones Jr has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Jones Jr looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dramicanin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dramicanin taking some punishment here, with Jones Jr in his half guard.
Jones Jr looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr is keen to just control but Dramicanin is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr is really struggling to control Dramicanin but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Dramicanin actively working from the bottom here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Dramicanin is working from the bottom.
Dramicanin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jones Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jones Jr's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jab, jab by Jones Jr - just one landing.
Dramicanin misses with a double jab
and Jones Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Jones Jr moves forwards but Dramicanin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dramicanin digs a good hook to Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dramicanin throws out the jab.
Dramicanin 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jones Jr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A jab from Dramicanin misses. #T1#
Dramicanin lands a really nice looking cross but Jones Jr seems unphased.
Dramicanin slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Dramicanin is looking for the big counter here.
Dramicanin moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Dramicanin avoids it easily.
Dramicanin swings widly with a right hand
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A combination from Dramicanin does no damage. #CL#
Dramicanin gets tackled into the cage by Jones Jr. Jones Jr maintains the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dramicanin has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jones Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Dramicanin can turn it around.
Jones Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Dramicanin avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Jim Jones Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
Dramicanin is trying to maintain a safe position but Jones Jr gets an underhook and turns Dramicanin into the cage.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Dramicanin.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones Jr.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Dramicanin blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Dramicanin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Dramicanin avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Dramicanin.
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!
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dramicanin's elbow.
Dramicanin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards. #T3#
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dramicanin's elbow.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Dramicanin blocks it.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Dramicanin blocks it.
Dramicanin wants to break free but Jones Jr has control.
Dramicanin slowing the pace effectively.
Dramicanin misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr blocks an uppercut.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dramicanin's elbow.
Dramicanin stalling the fight.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr working aggressively here.
Jones Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jones Jr drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A right hook to the body lands for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Dramicanin controls his hands.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Dramicanin working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Jones Jr lands a nice shot that snaps Dramicanin's head back.
Dramicanin connects with a body shot that sends Jones Jr's belly button to the back.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Dramicanin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Dramicanin.
Dramicanin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jones Jr defending well as Dramicanin loads up on a big left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Dramicanin misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dramicanin bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Dramicanin misses with a hook.
Jones Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dramicanin can do to turn this around?
Dramicanin ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.#T1#
Dramicanin throws a right hand that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Dramicanin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones Jr at a distance.
Dramicanin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch but Dramicanin is avoiding it.
Jones Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones Jr avoids a punch combination nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Dramicanin misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones Jr misses the target.
Dramicanin digs a good body shot into Jones Jr's ribs.#T2#
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Dramicanin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dramicanin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Good exchange - Jones Jr coming out on top.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dramicanin throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dramicanin backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dramicanin is leaning against Jones Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Dramicanin blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Jones Jr tries to work over Dramicanin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dramicanin.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Dramicanin blocks it.
Dramicanin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr stalls.
Dramicanin lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dramicanin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jones Jr.
Dramicanin is trying to stall. #T4#
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Dramicanin blocks it.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Dramicanin.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dramicanin's elbow. #TD2#
Dramicanin gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Jones Jr regains guard.
Dramicanin preventing the sweep.
Jones Jr is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Dorde Dramicanin just about did enough to take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Dramicanin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a jab to Dramicanin's midsection.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Dramicanin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd cheers as Dramicanin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Jones Jr with a jab.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch but Dramicanin is avoiding it. #CL2#
Dramicanin closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Dramicanin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones Jr misses with some punches. #T1#
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dramicanin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones Jr cracks Dramicanin with a nice body shot.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones Jr dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dramicanins head.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Dramicanin controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dramicanin.
The referee calls for Dramicanin to work.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Dramicanin controls his hands. #T2#
Jones Jr stalling in the clinch.
Jones Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Dramicanin blocks an uppercut.
Dramicanin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Dramicanin.
Dramicanin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones Jr.
Dramicanin slows down the pace here.
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Jones Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Jones Jr fails to land.
Jones Jr pushes Dramicanin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones Jr lands a shot to the body.
Dramicanin is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Dramicanin.
Dramicanin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dramicanin's elbow.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Dramicanin blocks an uppercut.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Dramicanin has a couple of punches blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dramicanin.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Dramicanin controls his hands.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dramicanin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to work over Dramicanin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dramicanin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dramicanin prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr had his way with Dorde Dramicanin in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Dramicanin slips a jab from Jones Jr.
Dramicanin is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Dramicanin swivels and escapes.
Dorde Dramicanin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dramicanin listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Dramicanin lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Dramicanin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Jones Jr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dramicanin momentarily.
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Dramicanin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dramicanin lands a slapping body shot.
Jones Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Dramicanin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jones Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL2#
Dramicanin pushes Jones Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr. #T2#
Dramicanin avoiding damage.
Dramicanin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dramicanin misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Dramicanin prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dramicanin backwards.
Dramicanin stalling in the clinch but Jones Jr improves position.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dramicanin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Dramicanin.
A short left from Jones Jr.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dramicanin backwards.
Dramicanin blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Dramicanin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Dramicanin controls the action.
Dramicanin blocking some punches.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Dramicanin blocks it. #T4#
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Dramicanin misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Dramicanin.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Dramicanin.
Dramicanin has a couple of punches blocked by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Jones Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jones Jr working aggressively here.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Dramicanin avoids it by throwing Jones Jr back against the cage.
Dorde Dramicanin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dramicanin misses with a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Jones Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jones Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Jim Jones Jr!
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight for Jim Jones Jr!
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight for Jim Jones Jr!

Jim Jones Jr wins by unanimous decision!
Jim Jones Jr retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Jim Jones Jr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: JAG Wreck Room vol 1
Date: Mar 14, 2020

#R1#
Jones Jr throws a hook but Llosa blocks it.
Llosa misses with a takedown attempt
and Jones Jr counters with a right hand to the body. #TD#
Llosa gets a double leg takedown into Jones Jr's guard.#SUB2#
Jones Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Llosa looking to pass the guard.
Llosa trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Jones Jr manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Jones Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Jones Jr is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Llosa tries to improve position but can't.
Jones Jr controls the position from side control.
I've been told that Jones Jr has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Llosa is working from the bottom.
Llosa tries to bench press Jones Jr off him but Jones Jr keeps the position.
Llosa is not content to let Jones Jr control the position.
Jones Jr working away.
The referee asks Jones Jr politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jones Jr prefers to stall for the moment though.
Jones Jr is looking to take a break and control but Llosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Llosa is looking to reverse the position.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Llosa is working away.
You can see the frustration on Llosa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jones Jr landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Llosa is working from the bottom.
Llosa struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Llosa is looking to regain half guard here but Jones Jr keeps moving and retains side control.
Jones Jr is looking to take a break and control but Llosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jones Jr working the body and head with strikes.
Jones Jr connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Llosa some visible discomfort. #T3#
Jones Jr scoring with punches from side control.
Llosa is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr cracks Llosa with a big elbow.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Llosa is working away.
You can see the frustration on Llosa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Llosa tries to buck Jones Jr off but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Llosa keeps working.
Llosa is trying to improve his position.
Llosa manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Llosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Llosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Jones Jr passes to full mount!
Jones Jr scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Llosa?
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Llosa is bucking up trying to escape but Jones Jr cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Jones Jr raining down shots from the mount!
Llosa wants to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Llosa is trying desperately to improve position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr dominating with strikes here.
Llosa tries to hold on but Jones Jr postures up.
Llosa is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at JAG Battle Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Jones Jr landing shots from mount.
Jones Jr looking to control but Llosa is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Llosa tries to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Llosa is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Llosa shoots and misses
and Jones Jr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Llosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Llosa shoots for a double leg takedown but Jones Jr sprawls well. He's pushed Llosa's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Llosa shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jones Jr counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Llosa thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Llosa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Llosa moves out of range of the strikes.
Llosa with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones Jr stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jones Jr wants it to stay on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones Jr shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Llosa eats them both and turns towards Jones Jr to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Llosa shoots in but Jones Jr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Llosa shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jones Jr sprawls well. Jones Jr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Llosa gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Llosa moves away.
Llosa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses the body punch
and Llosa makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Llosa will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Llosa takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Llosa closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Horrible takedown attempt by Llosa or perhaps it was just good defense by Jones Jr, which made it look bad.
Llosa has a takedown stuffed.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. #T2##TD#
Jones Jr gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Jones Jr is trying to keep Llosa in close.
Jones Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jones Jr might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Llosa haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jones Jr is on top in guard. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr trying to control but Llosa is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Llosa looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jones Jr passes into side control.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of short elbows.#T3#
Jones Jr controls the position.
Jones Jr is looking to take a break and control but Llosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Llosa tries to buck Jones Jr off but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Jones Jr cracks Llosa with a big right hand but Llosa just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Jones Jr trying to control the position but Llosa is working away.
The referee asks Jones Jr politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jones Jr prefers to stall for the moment though.
Jones Jr is chipping away with strikes.
Llosa tries to buck Jones Jr off but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Llosa gets back to half guard.
Jones Jr trying to control from half guard but Llosa is working away.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jones Jr lands a nice short elbow.#T4#
Llosa is looking to control Jones Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Llosa avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Llosa with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Llosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jones Jr is trying to control. Llosa wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jones Jr is controlling the pace. #SUB#
Llosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
No luck for Llosa with that takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Llosa. #TD#
Llosa closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Llosa is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jones Jr knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Llosa's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr tries to get to full guard but Llosa has control of the leg.
Jones Jr keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Llosa seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Jones Jr works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jones Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Llosa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Llosa from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Llosa postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Jones Jr is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Llosa, into his guard. #REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jones Jr controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Llosa throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Llosa has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jones Jr can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2##SUB#
Llosa working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jones Jr has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Llosa actively working from the bottom here.
Llosa has hold of Jones Jr's hands but Jones Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jones Jr perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
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. Jones Jr connects with a nice short shot to Llosa's temple.
Llosa taking some punishment here, with Jones Jr in his half guard. #SUB#
Llosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jones Jr controlling the action here. #T3#
Llosa is doing well to control the position and prevent Jones Jr from advancing to side control.
Llosa wants to improve his position but Jones Jr is controlling well.
Jones Jr controlling the action here.
Llosa trying to hold on to Jones Jr's head to control him but Jones Jr postures up.
Llosa tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Llosa is looking to control Jones Jr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Llosa avoid being mounted?
Llosa is refusing to be controlled, as Jones Jr sits in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Llosa actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Jones Jr there. #SUB#
Llosa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jones Jr pulls his head out easily.
Jones Jr seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Llosa is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Llosa actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jones Jr in particular looking to stall.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Jones Jr is continuing to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr really dominated that round.
That's time! Llosa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Jones Jr misses with a hook
enabling Llosa to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones Jr stuffs the takedown attempt from Llosa. Llosa gets slowly back to his feet.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking body shot.
Llosa shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jones Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Llosa shoots for a double leg takedown but Jones Jr sprawls well. He's pushed Llosa'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 Ernesto Llosa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Llosa closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jones Jr circles away.
Nice shot by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr connects with a jab.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Jones Jr throws a right and a left that Llosa avoids nicely. #T1#
Llosa tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jones Jr defends well and Llosa ends up having to push Jones Jr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Llosa.
Llosa fails to land the takedown.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Llosa slips the punch.
A little feinted left hand from Llosa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Llosa shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jones Jr as he avoids it easily.
Llosa misses with a takedown
and Jones Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jones Jr connects with a single shot there.#T2#
Jab, jab by Jones Jr - just one landing.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Llosa moves out of range.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Llosa was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Llosa's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Llosa fails with the takedown
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jones Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Llosa with a poor takedown
and Jones Jr counters with a two punch combo. #ROC2#
Llosa is rocked!
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Llosa moves out of range of the strikes.#T3##KD2#
Jones Jr lands a left and a right that send Llosa crashing to the mat, dazed. Jones Jr thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Oh Llosa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jones Jr tests Llosa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab from Jones Jr.
Llosa closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jones Jr circles away.
It seemed like Jones Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jones Jr drops Llosa with a big left hand! Llosa is injured, injured bad! Jones Jr jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
Jim Jones Jr is the new welterweight champion!
Jim Jones Jr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: JAG The Gauntlet
Date: Feb 08, 2020

#R1#
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Boxaaja misses with a looping right.
Jones Jr lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Boxaaja swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones Jr.
Boxaaja does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Boxaaja throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boxaaja scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jones Jr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Boxaaja throws a right and a left that Jones Jr avoids nicely.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Boxaaja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD2#
Jones Jr drives through with a takedown into guard.
Boxaaja seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boxaaja working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boxaaja has control of Jones Jr's left arm, preventing Jones Jr from doing any damage. #T1#
Jones Jr trying to control but Boxaaja is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Jones Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boxaaja is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Boxaaja's head.
Boxaaja has momentary wrist control but Jones Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
Boxaaja keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jones Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Boxaaja is retaining full guard.
Boxaaja not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jones Jr postures up in Boxaaja's guard and throws a big left but Boxaaja blocks it. #SUB#
Boxaaja looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Jones Jr trying to control but Boxaaja is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ROC2#
Boxaaja is rocked!
Jones Jr is working Boxaaja over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Oh Boxaaja is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jones Jr gets to his feet and stands over Boxaaja, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Boxaaja felt that one! Jones Jr unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Boxaaja from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
After winning the bout, Jim Jones Jr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Eternity 3: Storm vs Fiso
Date: Dec 07, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr blocks a low kick nicely.
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Dong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dong turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Dong misses.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dong moves away.
Jones Jr with a hook.
Dong misses with a low kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jones Jr defending well as Dong loads up on a big left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Dong misses the target.
Jones Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dong throws a low kick but Jones Jr moves out of range easily.
Dong takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dong connects with a body shot that sends Jones Jr's belly button to the back.
Long Hung Dong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dong throws out the jab.
Dong throws out a leg kick but Jones Jr moves out of range and Dong only half commits.
Dong attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr 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.
Dong misses with a body kick.
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
Dong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dong pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range and Dong settles back down. #T1#
Dong throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jones Jr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
A punch lands to the side of Dong 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Dong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
Jones Jr blocks a low kick nicely.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dong moves forwards but Jones Jr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dong takes one to the side of the head.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Dong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dong lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Jones Jr shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Jones Jr showed some decent athleticism there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dong is trying to control but Jones Jr manages to pass to mount!
Dong working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the head.
Dong has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Jones Jr lands a heavy elbow.
Jones Jr looking to control but Dong is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
A nice elbow there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr raining down hammerfists from mount.
Jones Jr is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Jones Jr lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Jones Jr working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Dong is desperately trying to improve his position but Jones Jr has a good base and remains in mount.
Jones Jr fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T3##SUB#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine from mount but Dong is having none of it.
Jones Jr working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Dong bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Dong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones Jr has control of Dong's left arm, preventing Dong from doing any damage.
Jones Jr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Dong 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.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Dong keeps moving.
Jones Jr working some strikes from top position.
Jones Jr stands up over Dong, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Dong had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones Jr defends it easily.
Jones Jr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Dong is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dong has momentary wrist control but Jones Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Dong moves away and avoids it.
Dong misses with a leg kick.
Dong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dong.
Jones Jr swings for the body but Dong moves out of range.
Dong throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
Dong throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jones Jr.
Dong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dong goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dong bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones Jr's head backwards.
Good leg kick by Dong there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Dong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dong.
A jab from Dong misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
That kick from Dong tenderised Jones Jr's leg. Jones Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jones Jr 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. #T1#
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dong paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Long Hung Dong seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dong moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL#
Jones Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Jones Jr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dong has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Jones Jr gets control of Dong's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jones Jr will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dong is aware though and is defending well.
Dong trying to control but Jones Jr is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Jones Jr is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Dong rolls with it to try and escape but Jones Jr cranks on the arm and Dong is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jim Jones Jr!
Jim Jones Jr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Skrap Fights 95
Date: Oct 26, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr scores with a body shot.
Lombardo lands a head shot.
Lombardo takes one to the chin there.
Lombardo staying out of range there.
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lombardo throws a leg kick which misses Jones Jr's front leg but catches the back leg as Jones Jr tries to avoid it.
We've been hearing reports that Jones Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lombardo throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jones Jr scores with a decent looking hook.
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo thinks about the counter body kick.
Lombardo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lombardo connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lombardo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lombardo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jones Jr lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Lombardo gets caught napping as Jones Jr dives in and scores a takedown. Lombardo manages to retain guard.
Jones Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Lombardo keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lombardo holds on and takes a little breather.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lombardo is trying to control the position but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lombardo controlling the position.
Lombardo keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Lombardo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Lombardo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lombardo 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.
Jones Jr trying to control but Lombardo is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lombardo wants to stand up but Jones Jr is controlling him.
Jones Jr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Jones Jr lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Jones Jr stands up over Lombardo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Lombardo blocks nicely.
Lombardo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lombardo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lombardo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jones Jr.
Lombardo wants to sweep but no luck.
Jones Jr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jones Jr is working Lombardo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
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.
Jones Jr working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Jones Jr is working Lombardo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Lombardo 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.
Lombardo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lombardo controlling Jones Jr's posture.
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Lombardo keeps moving.
Lombardo looking for a sweep. Not yet Lombardo, not yet.
Lombardo is looking to sweep but instead, Jones Jr has passed into half guard.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Lombardo dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones Jr misses the target.
Jones Jr wants to clinch.
Lombardo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Santino Lombardo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Lombardo flicks out a counter leg kick but Jones Jr steps away.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lombardo was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Lombardo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lombardo loads up on a big right hand but Jones Jr slips the punch.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Lombardo finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Jones Jr is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Lombardo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lombardo dips to his left and cracks Jones Jr with an uppercut!#T1#
Lombardo misses with a body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jones Jr misses with a hook. Lombardo ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr checks a low kick from Lombardo.
Jones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lombardo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Lombardo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Santino Lombardo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lombardo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lombardo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Lombardo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Lombardo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lombardo misses with a low kick.
Lombardo throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Lombardo ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with a nice strike.
Lombardo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jones Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lombardo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones Jr.#T2#
Lombardo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lombardo throws a body kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr scores with a three punch combo!
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lombardo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Decent striking displayed by Jones Jr there.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Lombardo scores with a decent looking hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lombardo can pounce on him.
Lombardo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones Jr's head backwards.
Jones Jr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3#
Jones Jr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lombardo. Lombardo obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Lombardo moves into range and clinches up with Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lombardo is keeping busy.
Lombardo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jones Jrs head.
Jones Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Lombardo.
Jones Jr misses with a body punch.
Lombardo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Lombardo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jones Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Lombardo controls his hands.
Lombardo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr tries to work over Lombardo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lombardo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Lombardo scores with a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lombardo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Lombardo.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lombardo cracks Jones Jr with a nice body shot.
Lombardo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Lombardo controls the action.
A short right from Lombardo on the inside.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr jumps guard but Lombardo turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Lombardo lands a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Lombardo.
Lombardo lands with a short shot to the head.
Lombardo lands a body shot. #BC2#
Lombardo manages to break the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Jones Jr. That snapped Lombardo's head back.
Lombardo throws a head kick but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Lombardo thows a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a single leg into guard. Lombardo didn't expect that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lombardo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Jones Jr puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Lombardo keeping control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Santino Lombardo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lombardo tried to score with a low kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Lombardo cracks the inside of Jones Jr's front leg.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lombardo.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Lombardo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Lombardo dodges the punch combination from Jones Jr.
A countering left hand to the body from Lombardo misses.
Jones Jr lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Lombardo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lombardo connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
Jones Jr cracks a nice hook into Lombardo's ribs.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones Jr.
Lombardo lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Jab, jab by Jones Jr - just one landing.
Jones Jr takes one to the chin there.
Jones Jr lands a jab to Lombardo's midsection.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Lombardo moves out of range.
Lombardo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lombardo blocks a jab.
Lombardo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jones Jr is out of range.
Lombardo scores with a leg kick.
Lombardo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Lombardo slips under a jab from Jones Jr.
Lombardo scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Lombardo catches Jones Jr right on the button with a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lombardo. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Lombardo circles away.
Lombardo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jones Jr's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lombardo misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Jones Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Lombardo moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Lombardo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lombardo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones Jr.
A swing and a miss from Lombardo.
Lombardo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jones Jr's sensitive parts.
Lombardo misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lombardo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Lombardo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jones Jr misses with a looping left.
Lombardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr wants to clinch up but Lombardo keeps it at a distance.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Lombardo moved out of range nicely.
Jones Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lombardo lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jones Jr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jones Jr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T3#
Lombardo misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lombardo. Lombardo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Lombardo.
Lombardo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lombardo.
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo connects with an inside leg kick.
Lombardo tries a head kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Jones Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Lombardo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lombardo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nice straight punches there by Jones Jr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr throws a lazy right hand but Lombardo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lombardo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lombardo throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Lombardo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lombardo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lombardo with a hook.
Lombardo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Jones Jr will feel that in the morning.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Lombardo is just out of range.
Lombardo feints and then cracks Jones Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones Jr down.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Lombardo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lombardo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lombardo catches Jones Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jones Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lombardo lands a slapping body shot.
Lombardo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jones Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Lombardo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones Jr throws a hook but Lombardo blocks it.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Lombardo counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut
and Lombardo counters with a left to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Santino Lombardo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lombardo 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Santino Lombardo!

Santino Lombardo wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Santino Lombardo thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Skrap Fights 90
Date: Oct 11, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Regueiro forces Jones Jr back against the ropes and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Regueiro manages to break the clinch.
Regueiro misses with a low kick.
Jones Jr takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Regueiro as he connects with a hook.
Regueiro with a nice cross.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot that snaps Regueiro's head back.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Regueiro looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Regueiro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones Jr at a distance.
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!
Regueiro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Regueiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Jones Jr takes a swing at Regueiro's ribcage but misses.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Regueiro was well out of range.
Regueiro throws a hook but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
Jones Jr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Regueiro takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Regueiro staying out of range there.
Regueiro closes the distance and clinches up with Jones Jr, looking for a takedown. Regueiro pushes Jones Jr against the ropes but Jones Jr circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Regueiro is just out of range.
Regueiro fails in his attempt to clinch.
Regueiro lands a jab.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Regueiro was well out of range.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Regueiro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Regueiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Regueiro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've been told by Regueiro's head coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Regueiro ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Regueiro tries to clinch up but Jones Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
Regueiro tries to clinch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Regueiro swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Regueiro throws a big shot that misses.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Regueiro.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Regueiro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Regueiro.
Jones Jr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Regueiro's hands.
Jones Jr circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Jones Jr misses with a looping right.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Regueiro.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Regueiro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jones Jr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Regueiro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jones Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jones Jr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jones Jr lands a jab.
Jones Jr missing with a left hand there. Regueiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones Jr throws a looping overhand right but Regueiro ducks down to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Regueiro darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jones Jr thuds his right hand into Regueiro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jones Jr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Regueiro's hands.
Regueiro darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Regueiro lands with a cross.
A right-left combo lands from Regueiro.
Regueiro slips under a jab.
Regueiro is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Regueiro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Jones Jr tries to clinch up.
Jones Jr misses with a straight right.
Jones Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Regueiro.
Regueiro cracks Jones Jr with a good jab.
The fighters circling - Regueiro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Regueiro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Jones Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Regueiro lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Regueiro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jones Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jones Jr catches Regueiro with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Regueiro moves away.
Jones Jr connects with a single shot there.
Regueiro takes one on the button.
Jones Jr tests Regueiro's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr throws a jab when Regueiro was well out of range.
Regueiro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Regueiro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones Jr.#T4#
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Regueiro moves away and avoids it.
Regueiro walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Regueiro defends it nicely.
Regueiro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr slips a straight right by Regueiro.
Jones Jr lands with a nice body punch.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Regueiro was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Regueiro throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Jones Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Regueiro.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Regueiro checks a leg kick.#CL#
Regueiro takes the fight into the clinch.
Regueiro pushes Jones Jr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the head.
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 Julio Regueiro will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Jones Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Regueiro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Regueiro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Regueiro throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Regueiro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.#CL#
Regueiro gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones Jr.
Regueiro blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Regueiro backwards.
Regueiro fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Regueiro connects with a body shot that sends Jones Jr's belly button to the back.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Regueiro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jones Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Regueiro.
Regueiro misses with a body shot.
Regueiro scores with a nice right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Regueiro misses with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Regueiro pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Regueiro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Regueiro throws a body kick.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Regueiro moves into the clinch.
Regueiro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jones Jrs head.
Regueiro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones Jr's elbow.
Regueiro misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Jones Jr has Regueiro up against the ropes in a clinch.
Regueiro working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jones Jr lands a body punch.
Regueiro is leaning against Jones Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jones Jr jumps guard but Regueiro turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Regueiro fails to pull guard.
Regueiro tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jones Jr just stands there and leans against the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julio Regueiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Regueiro makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Regueiro is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Jones Jr to keep the fight standing.
Jones Jr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Regueiro takes a shot to the head. #T2#
Jones Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to work over Regueiro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Regueiro as Jones Jr tries to tie him up.
Jones Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Good body shot from Regueiro.
Regueiro gets through Jones Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Regueiro scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Regueiro controls his hands.
Regueiro gets through Jones Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Regueiro.
Regueiro lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Regueiro pulls Jones Jr into guard.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr looking to pass the guard.
Regueiro preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jones Jr trying to control but Regueiro is working from the bottom. #T3#
Regueiro trying to control the position. #SUB#
Jones Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Regueiro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jones Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Regueiro's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jones Jr distracts Regueiro with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jones Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Regueiro's head.
Regueiro utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jones Jr won't allow Regueiro to sweep him here.
Jones Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Regueiro keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Jones Jr content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Regueiro has locked up a guillotine! Regueiro's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Jones Jr is holding on here and Regueiro must be using up a lot of energy. Jones Jr has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Regueiro gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

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

Event: Skrap Fights 84
Date: Sep 20, 2019

#R1#
Kostrov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Kostrov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Kostrov moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Kostrov misses
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Sergey Kostrov has been cut.
Jones Jr cracks Kostrov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jones Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jones Jr tests Kostrov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostrov cracks the inside of Jones Jr's front leg.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kostrov moves away.
Kostrov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Jones Jr blocks a low kick nicely.
Kostrov looks to land a right hand but Jones Jr moved out of range.
Kostrov throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
Jones Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kostrov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kostrovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kostrov slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Kostrov feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jones Jr's calf.
Jones Jr looks to land a left hand but Kostrov moved out of range nicely.
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
No luck for Jones Jr with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut
and Kostrov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Kostrov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kostrov misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
A slow jab from Jones Jr misses its intended target.
Kostrov tries to move into range but Jones Jr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kostrov moves away.
Kostrov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones Jr throws out the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kostrov.
Jones Jr misses the jab.#T3#
Kostrov throws a hook but Jones Jr blocks it.
Kostrov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kostrov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kostrov lands with an overhand left.
Kostrov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kostrov slips under a jab.
A big right from Kostrov misses.
Kostrov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr cracks Kostrov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the body
and Kostrov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Kostrov is out of range.
Kostrov unleashes a big counter combination but Jones Jr bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kostrov.
Jones Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jones Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Kostrov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the body kick from Kostrov.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
Kostrov's corner calls for a 1-2. Kostrov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kostrov throws a leg kick
and Jones Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Kostrov misses.
Jones Jr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kostrov counters with a three punch combo that has Jones Jr backing up. Jones Jr nods at Kostrov to acknowledge the strikes.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sergey Kostrov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Kostrov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kostrov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kostrov throws a leg kick but Jones Jr moved away.
Jones Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kostrov sprawls and moves away.
Jones Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd cheers as Jones Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kostrov doesn't seem phased though.
Kostrov thows a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a shoot takedown. Kostrov fights it but they end up in guard.
Jones Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Kostrov.
Jones Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Kostrov's brow.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr postures up in Kostrov's guard and throws a big left but Kostrov blocks it.
Kostrov wants to stand up but Jones Jr is controlling him.
Jones Jr trying to control but Kostrov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Jones Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jones Jr landing some decent shots from guard.
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.
Jones Jr scoring with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kostrov's head.
Kostrov wants to stand up but Jones Jr is controlling him.
Jones Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Kostrov's brow.
Jones Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Kostrov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jones Jr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jones Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Jones Jr makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kostrov is looking to stand up but Jones Jr isn't so interested in that idea.
Kostrov keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Kostrov has wrist control.#ES2#
Kostrov manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Kostrov throws a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones Jr misses the target.
Sergey Kostrov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kostrov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Kostrov sneaks out the side door and pushes Jones Jr away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T3#
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kostrov on the side of the head.#CUT#
That has opened up Sergey Kostrov's cut even more.#TD#
Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kostrov keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr controlling from the top position.
Kostrov keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully. #T4#
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Kostrov has wrist control.
Kostrov has control of Jones Jr's left arm, preventing Jones Jr from doing any damage.
Jones Jr is stalling in the full guard.
Kostrov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jones Jr's guard. #REVB#
My spies in St Petersburg MMA Gym inform me that Kostrov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kostrov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr 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#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Kostrov's cut.
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#
Jones Jr staying out of range there.
Jones Jr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jones Jr misses with a hook
and Kostrov counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones Jr shoots for a takedown but Kostrov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kostrov unleashes a big counter combination but Jones Jr bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Kostrov avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kostrov thows a leg kick but Jones Jr checks it #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jones Jr.
Kostrov keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Kostrov keeping moving, preventing Jones Jr from controlling successfully.
Jones Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Jones Jr cracks Kostrov with a solid left hand.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jones Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kostrov's head.
Jones Jr loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jones Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kostrov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kostrov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Jones Jr is tightening it up a little... Kostrov has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Kostrov reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Kostrov taps out! Nice BJJ there by Jones Jr!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jim Jones Jr!
A very excited looking Jim Jones Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Skrap Fights 77
Date: Aug 30, 2019

#R1#
A jab lands there for Williams.
A punch combination from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr moves out of range as Williams strikes.
Williams catches Jones Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Williams misses with a straight right.
Williams fails in his attempt to clinch.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
Williams misses with a body shot.
Williams throws the left hand but Jones Jr avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr scores with a hook.
Jones Jr scores with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Williams.
Jones Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've been hearing reports that Jones Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jones Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Williams seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Williams tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Jones Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Williams throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Williams!
Williams takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Williams is not content to let Jones Jr control the position.
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.
Williams wants to control but Jones Jr postures up.
Jones Jr cracks Williams with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Jones Jr works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T1#
Williams tries to buck Jones Jr off but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Who's going to make the next move?
Williams is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Williams struggling a bit here.
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Williams regains half guard.
Jones Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Williams's head.
Williams wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Williams is looking for a sweep. Jones Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Williams wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping busy.
Jones Jr has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Jones Jr landing shots from mount. #SUB#
Jones Jr looking to secure an arm triangle but Williams defends it well.
Williams tries to hold on but Jones Jr postures up.
Williams is trying to escape the mount.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jones Jr avoids the attempt from Williams to control.
Williams working to try and regain half guard.
Williams is still trying to improve position.
Williams takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Williams wants to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr raining down hammerfists from mount.#T3#
Jones Jr working Williams over with strikes here.
Williams wants to hold on but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Williams working to try and regain half guard.
Jones Jr with shots to the head and body - Williams looks very uncomfortable down there.
Williams is trying desperately to improve position.
Jones Jr scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Williams?
A nice elbow there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Williams taking shots to the head. #ROC#
Williams is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Williams takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Jones Jr's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
Jim Jones Jr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Skrap Fights 72
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the body.
Askren looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jones Jr is fending him off so far but Askren persists. Nope, Jones Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
Askren cracks Jones Jr with a good jab.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Askren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Askren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren misses with a takedown
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Askren misses with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Askren.
Jones Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Askren swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones Jr.
Askren drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jones Jr defends it well.#T1#
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Askren shoots in for a takedown but Jones Jr shows good takedown defense.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Askren.
Askren will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Askren has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Askren manages to break the clinch.
Nice shot lands for Askren.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Askren tries to clinch up.
Jones Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.#T2#
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jones Jr!
Jones Jr regains half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Askren lands with a punch from half guard.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.
Jones Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Jones Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Askren gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jones Jr has momentary wrist control but Askren slips an elbow through the middle.
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.#T3##SUB#
Askren avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Askren working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Jones Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Jones Jr has his foot on Askren's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Askren works his way back into a safe position though.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Askren stopping the sweep attempt from Jones Jr.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Jones Jr is keeping the position.
Askren passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Jones Jr sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4#
Jones Jr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard but Askren manages to pass into side control anyway.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Askren connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Jones Jr some visible discomfort.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Jones Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Askren grinds an elbow into Jones Jr's temple.
Askren working away.
Askren wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping him busy.
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Askren jabs at Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Askren with the counter takedown but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
Askren swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones Jr.
Askren fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Askren does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Askren steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Askren.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Askren sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Askren is predictable there #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones Jr with the ground and pound but Askren uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Askren looking for a sweep. Not yet Askren, not yet.
Askren doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Jones Jr works over Askren with some ground and pound from guard.
Jones Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Askren is retaining full guard.
Jones Jr trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Askren looking to control. #SUB2#
Jones Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr distracts Askren with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr postures up in Askren's guard and throws a big left but Askren blocks it. #T3#
Askren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jones Jr chips away with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses. Askren uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jones Jr's guard. Nice move by Askren!#REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones Jr controls Askren momentarily but Askren frees himself.
Askren working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Jones Jr trying to control the position. #SUB#
Jones Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Askren escapes and throws Jones Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Askren landing strikes.
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Askren trying to control the position but Jones Jr is working away.
Askren working the head with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr gets back to half guard.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jones Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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 Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
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#
Askren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Askren shoots in and gets a takedown into Jones Jr's guard.
Askren working some strikes from top position.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Jones Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Askren defends it easily.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine here but Askren defends easily. #T1#
Askren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Askren is in close to Jones Jr's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Askren from controlling successfully.
Askren postures up.
Askren postures up and lands a big shot to Jones Jr's brow.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard here.
Askren is working Jones Jr over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Jones Jr is looking for a triangle but Askren pushes his legs off easily.
Jones Jr wants to sweep here but Askren controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jones Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Askren cracks Jones Jr with a solid left hand.
Jones Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body.
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jones Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Askren wants to control from the top but Jones Jr keeps moving.
Askren is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Askren preventing the sweep.
Jones Jr being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Askren moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Askren.
Jones Jr wants to clinch but Askren slips to the side#TD2#
and Askren counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Jones Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Askren can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Askren is aware though and is defending well.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##SUB#
Jones Jr isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Askren stacks Jones Jr 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 Askren!
Jones Jr is looking to reverse the position.
Askren creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Jones Jr takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Jones Jr taking punishment in the form of punches.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr strikes from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping him busy.
Jones Jr tries to buck Askren off but Askren is having none of it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Our winner, Matt Askren, 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: Skrap Fights 65
Date: Jul 19, 2019

#R1#
Kallio connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.#CL2#
Jones Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
Kallio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kallio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jones Jr is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Kallio gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kallio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jones Jr tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Kallio controls the action.
Jones Jr blocks a body shot from Kallio.
Jones Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr gets through Kallio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr jumps guard but Kallio turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Kimmo Kallio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim Jones Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Kallio.
Jones Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kallio works on Jones Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
Kallio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kallio is leaning against Jones Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kallio digs a right hand underneath Jones Jr's ribcage. Jones Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kallio blocking some punches. #T1#
Jones Jr trying to control the position but instead, Kallio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jones Jr into the ropes.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the head.
Kallio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones Jr backwards.
Jones Jr prevents a body shot from Kallio.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Kallio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kallio just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Kallio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Kallio blocks it.
Jones Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Jones Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Kallio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Kallio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kallio misses with a straight left.
Kimmo Kallio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kallio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jones Jr! But no joy.#T2#
Kallio throws a poor cross that misses
and Jones Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Jones Jr clinches with his opponent.
Kallio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kallio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kallio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stalling in the clinch from Kallio.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Jones Jr keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kallio's efforts to push away.
Kallio lands a nice shot to the body.
Kallio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the head.
Jones Jr working aggressively here. #TD2#
Jones Jr successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Jones Jr working for submissions but it's allowed Kallio to get to half guard. #T3#
Jones Jr is looking to control Kallio's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jones Jr avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Jones Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Kallio has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kallio prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.
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.
Kallio tries to stand and escape but Jones Jr is controlling the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep. Kallio is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones Jr trying to control but Kallio postures up.
Kallio prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.
Jones Jr is looking to get back to full guard here but Kallio has managed to pass to side control instead.
Kallio has control of an arm but Jones Jr manages to advance to Kallio's back!
Kallio trying to control the hands but Jones Jr won't let him.
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 Kimmo Kallio will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kallio's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kallio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kallio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kimmo Kallio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kallio scores with a shot to the body.
Jones Jr lands a head shot.
Kallio swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Kimmo Kallio has been cut.
Kallio lands the left hand.
Kallio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Kallio.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Kallio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kallio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut. Kallio saw that one coming.
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Kallio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr throws a looping overhand right but Kallio ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Kallio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
That kick from Kallio tenderised Jones Jr's leg. Jones Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kallio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Jones Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kallio throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kallio throws a combination. Jones Jr tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jones Jr takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kallio looks for the body kick but Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Kallio drops his hands momentarily and Jones Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kallio scores with a body shot.
Kallio lands with a right hand.
Kallio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Kallio. #T2#
Kallio lands with a good body shot.
Kallio misses with a few strikes there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kallio.
Kallio throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jones Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jones Jr misses the shot to the body.
Kallio fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jones Jr just manages to avoid it.
Kallio tries to bum rush Jones Jr with a series of wild strikes but Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kallio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones Jr can do to turn this around?
Jones Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kallio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Kallio.#CL2#
Jones Jr has closed the distance and engaged Kallio in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones Jr.
Kimmo Kallio has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kallio misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from Kallio.
Kallio lands a body shot.
Kallio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones Jr's elbow. #T3#
Jones Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Kallio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kallio tries to bum rush Jones Jr with a series of wild strikes but Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kallio moves out of range as Jones Jr strikes.
Kallio jabs Jones Jr right on the nose. Jones Jr blinks but takes it well.
Jones Jr wants to clinch.
Kallio lands a body shot.
Jones Jr walks into a left hand.
Kallio on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T4#
A lazy left from Kallio finds it's target.
Jones Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kallio manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kallio moves away.
Kallio misses with a wild body shot.
Kallio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kallio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kallio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kallio.
Jones Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kallio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kallio looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kimmo Kallio dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kimmo Kallio's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kallio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kallio pushes Jones Jr away with a front kick.
Jones Jr closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kallio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kimmo Kallio is winning the standup battle so far.
Kallio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kallio lands a lovely overhand right.
A telegraphed right hand from Kallio misses the target.
Kallio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Kallio.
Jones Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kallio.
The fighters circling - Jones Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Jones Jr fails to land the takedown.
Kallio throws a body punch but Jones Jr moves out of range.
Kallio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kallio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Jones Jr counter with a right hand.
Kallio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jones Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kallio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kallio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Kallio avoids the punch easily.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kallio was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Kallio is looking to wear down Jones Jr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kallio tries a head kick but it misses.
Kallio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jones Jr shoots in for a double leg but Kallio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kimmo Kallio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kallio digs a good hook to Jones Jr's body.
A big right from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr misses the jab.
Kallio scores with a kick to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kallio blocks a jab.
Kallio wants to clinch up but Jones Jr keeps it at a distance.
Kallio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kallio throws a one two combo.
Kallio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Jones Jr goes for a double leg but Kallio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Kallio continues to drive forward.
Kimmo Kallio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim Jones Jr.#T3#
Crunch! Kallio slams his shin into Jones Jr's torso.
Kallio scores with a hook.
Jones Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kallio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jones Jr scrambles back to his feet.
Kallio cracks a nice hook into Jones Jr's ribs.
Kallio explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kallio throws a one two combo.
Kallio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Kallio tries to bum rush Jones Jr with a series of wild strikes but Jones Jr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kallio misses with a straight right.
Kallio throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kallio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kallio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kallio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kallio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jones Jr circles away quickly and effectively.
Kallio thuds a left hand into Jones Jr's body.
Kallio scores with the left hand. Jones Jr knows he should have avoided that one.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Kallio.
Kallio just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Kallio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A shot to the liver by Kallio. Beautiful body shot.
Jones Jr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kallio.
Kallio lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheers as Kallio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Kallio throws a push kick but Jones Jr slaps the foot to one side.
A head kick by Kallio misses
and Jones Jr counters with a left to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Kimmo Kallio!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Kimmo Kallio!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Kimmo Kallio!

Kimmo Kallio wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Kimmo Kallio made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Skrap Fights 57
Date: Jun 21, 2019

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Weight.
Weight lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jones Jr circles away quickly and effectively.
Weight misses with a straight left. #KD#
Weight lands a left and a right that send Jones Jr crashing to the mat, dazed. Weight thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Jones Jr is rocked!
Weight keeps the fight on the outside.
Jones Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can Weight finish him?
Weight throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones Jr seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Weight misses with a hook. Jones Jr ducked under it nicely.
Weight throws a jab when Jones Jr was well out of range.
Weight throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones Jr is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.
Weight thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jones Jr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jones Jr tries to clinch there but Weight circles away.
Weight is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Weight just misses with a punch to the body.
Weight tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Weight.
Jones Jr throws out a counter right but Weight avoids it with no problem.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Weight misses its intended target. #T1#
Weight scores with a hook.
Welter Weight is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jab by Jones Jr.
Weight throws an off balance right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a left to the body.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Weight takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jones Jr throws the left hand but Weight avoids the punch easily.
Weight throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jones Jr on the side of the head.
Jones Jr catches Weight with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jones Jr lands a glancing blow to the side of Weight's head.
Weight thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Weight's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jones Jr under the eye.#TD2#
Jones Jr shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Weight's guard.
Jones Jr slips nicely into half guard.
Jones Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
Jones Jr takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jones Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Weight's head.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Weight dodges it nicely.
Weight is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Weight avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones Jr.
Weight avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jones Jr.
Weight blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones Jr.
Weight is trying to maintain the position but Jones Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
Jones Jr drops an elbow to the side of Weight's head.
Jones Jr 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. #T3##SUB2#
Jones Jr 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.
Weight taking some punishment here, with Jones Jr in his half guard.
Jones Jr landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Weight on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Weight tries to get out of the position.
Jones Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Weight is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Well, if Jones Jr 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.
Jones Jr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Jones Jr drops an elbow to the side of Weight's head.
Weight tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Weight wants to get back to his feet.
Weight is trying to get back to full guard.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jones Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Weight's head.
Jones Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Weight blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jones Jr.
Weight tries to get to full guard but Jones Jr has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Weight throws a right hand that misses
and Jones Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Weight misses the target.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.
Weight is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jones Jr. #TD2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Weight did well to prevent Jones Jr getting side control.
Weight wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Weight keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Weight is refusing to be controlled, as Jones Jr sits in half guard.
Jones Jr with the ground and pound but Weight uses the opportunity to regain guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jones Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones Jr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jim Jones Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.
Weight avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Jones Jr is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jones Jr distracts Weight with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Weight has wrist control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jones Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jones Jr throwing strikes from guard but Weight blocks nicely.
Jones Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Jones Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Jones Jr trying to control but Weight is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jones Jr is looking to work some ground and pound but Weight has wrist control.
Weight avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jones Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Weight keeps moving.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr trying to control but Weight is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
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.
Jones Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Jones Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jones Jr sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Weight's guard.
Weight is staying active underneath Jones Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jones Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Weight trying to control from the bottom.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jones Jr throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Weight has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
Jones Jr wants to take a breather but Weight is having none of it.
Weight on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jones Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jones Jr thows a huge punch but Weight dodges it nicely.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jones Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Weight is refusing to be controlled, as Jones Jr sits in half guard.
Weight on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Weight wants to improve his position but Jones Jr is controlling well.
Jones Jr missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A jab lands there for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Weight throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Weight looks to throw the jab but Jones Jr is out of range. #CL2#
Jones Jr clinches up with Weight and pushes him back against the ropes.
Weight misses with the head strike. #BC#
Weight pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Welter Weight is winning the standup battle so far.
Weight pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Weight.
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown but Weight shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Weight is out of range.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Weight throws a body shot but no joy. #T1##CL2#
Jones Jr gets a clinch. #BC#
Weight breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Weight ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Jones Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Weight throws a lazy right hand but Jones Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Weight moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Weight on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Weight does a little dance to reset his feet.
Weight takes a swing at Jones Jr's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Jones Jr moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to work over Weight's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Weight pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Weight does it's job there.
Weight looks to land a combination but Jones Jr avoids it well.
Weight dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Weight slips a straight right by Jones Jr.#T2#
Jones Jr connects with a right hand. Weight shakes it off.
Jones Jr tests Weight's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr avoids a punch combination nicely.
Weight throws a series of punches but Jones Jr avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Jones Jr darts in and clinches Weight up against the ropes.
Weight blocking some punches.
Weight works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Jones Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jones Jr.
Weight takes a shot to the head.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Weight backwards.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Weight blocks it.
Weight misses with some punches.
Jones Jr gets through Weight's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Weight is rocked!
Jones Jr misses with some punches.
Jim Jones Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Oh Weight is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Weight just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Jim Jones Jr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Weight tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones Jr's elbow.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones Jr.
Weight seems to have got his legs back now.
Jones Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Weight doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Welter Weight has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Weight misses with a punch on the inside.
Weight lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr blocking some punches.
Jones Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Weight lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Weight scores with a hook to the body.
Weight working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Jones Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones Jr.
A short right from Weight on the inside. #TD2#
Jones Jr gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Weight preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jones Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Weight works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Weight utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jones Jr postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Weight being controlled here, momentarily.
Jones Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jones Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Weight is looking for a triangle but Jones Jr pushes his legs off easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Jones Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jones Jr 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight for Jim Jones Jr!
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Jim Jones Jr!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Jim Jones Jr!

Jim Jones Jr wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Jim Jones Jr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Skrap Fights 52
Date: Jun 01, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Marquez gets caught flat footed, as Jones Jr shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Marquez kicks Jones Jr off and gets to his feet.
Marquez lands a right hook to the body.
Jones Jr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones Jr 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.
Good standup being displayed there by Marquez as he connects with a hook.
Marquez motions for Jones Jr to come forward. Marquez throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jones Jr cracks Marquez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Marquez.
Marquez throws a leg kick but Jones Jr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marquez throws out a leg kick but Jones Jr moves out of range and Marquez only half commits.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Marquez feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Marquez swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jones Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marquez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Marquez.
Marquez swings widly with a right hand
and Jones Jr scores with a counter punch that sends Marquez to the canvas! Jones Jr smells blood - he's punishing Marquez with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Marquez has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
A victorious Jim Jones Jr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Edwin Marquez stepped up to the mic, saying 'I hate your face. But, like, really. I really hate your face.'.

Event: Skrap Fights 47
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
Donk. Regueiro catches Jones Jr right on the button with a cross.
Regueiro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Regueiro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jones Jr checks it well.
Regueiro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Regueiro.
Jones Jr blocks a leg kick.
Jones Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Regueiro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jones Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Regueiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Regueiro.
Regueiro misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jones Jr counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Julio Regueiro has been cut.
Regueiro connects with a single shot there.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Jones Jr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Regueiro scores with a three punch combo!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr throws a shot from downtown. Regueiro moves away and avoids it.
Jones Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Regueiro's shoulder, as Regueiro tries to avoid the shot.
Jones Jr slips a jab from Regueiro.
Jones Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Regueiro jabs Jones Jr right on the nose. Jones Jr blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Jones Jr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Regueiro misses with a hook.
Jones Jr scores with a shot to the body.
Jones Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Regueiro's corner calls for a 1-2. Regueiro obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Regueiro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Regueiro slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jones Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Regueiro.
Jones Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Regueiro.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Regueiro slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Regueiro is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Regueiro works the jab nicely.
Regueiro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Regueiro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jones Jr.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Regueiro. Regueiro obviously looking to wear him down.
Donk. Regueiro catches Jones Jr right on the button with a cross.
Regueiro throws a sloppy head kick and Jones Jr moves out of range easily.
Jones Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr. #T2#
Regueiro slips a straight right by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Regueiro slips under a jab.
Regueiro fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jones Jr blocks a low kick nicely.
Regueiro swinging wildly here.
Regueiro ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Regueiro misses with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Regueiro's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jones Jr under the eye.
The fighters circle momentarily. Regueiro darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Regueiro scores with a jab. Jones Jr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Regueiro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Regueiro throws an overhand right that lands on Jones Jr's shoulder, as Jones Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Regueiro fails to land with a series of punches.
Regueiro throws out a loose jab but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Regueiro swings widly with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Regueiro fails to land with a series of punches.
Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Regueiro.
Regueiro lands a jab to the head.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Regueiro.
Jones Jr clobbers Regueiro with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A big left from Regueiro misses.
Regueiro thumps Jones Jr with a low kick.
Jones Jr slips under a jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro scores with a hook.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Regueiro looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Regueiro.
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Regueiro. Regueiro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Regueiro is out of range.
Regueiro will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jones Jr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Jones Jr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Regueiro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Regueiro lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones Jr off the ropes and back into range.
Jones Jr takes a jab right on the kisser. #TD2#
Jones Jr shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Regueiro tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Regueiro has hold of Jones Jr's hands but Jones Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Regueiro looking for submissions off his back.
Jones Jr throwing shots but Regueiro is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Regueiro misses the jab.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A jab from Regueiro finds it's way through Jones Jr's defenses.
Jones Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Jones Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut.
Regueiro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones Jr can do to turn this around?
Regueiro scores with a jab.
Regueiro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jones Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Regueiro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Regueiro.
Regueiro misses with a kick to the body.
Jones Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Regueiro.
Jones Jr slips under a jab.
Jones Jr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones Jr checks a leg kick.
And Jones Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Regueiro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones Jr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Regueiro catches Jones Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Regueiro stuns Jones Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Regueiro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Regueiro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jones Jr.
Regueiro avoids the body shot from Jones Jr.
Regueiro throws a lazy right hand but Jones Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Regueiro scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Regueiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Regueiro fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jones Jr looks to throw the jab but Regueiro is out of range.
Regueiro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jones Jr misses with a two punch combination.
Regueiro takes one to the chin there.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Regueiro.
Regueiro lands a right hook to the body. #TD2#
Jones Jr manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Regueiro on his heels. He'll look to pass Regueiro's guard now, I'm sure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jones Jr wants to control from the top but Regueiro keeps moving.
Regueiro is trying to keep Jones Jr in close. #T2##SUB2#
Jones Jr drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Regueiro dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Regueiro works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Jones Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jones Jr wants to improve his position but Regueiro is controlling well.
Jones Jr is in trouble now - Regueiro has advanced to mount! #T3#
Regueiro with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Jones Jr is trying to escape the mount.
Regueiro wants to stand but Jones Jr is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Jones Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jones Jr is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Regueiro has taken his back.
Jones Jr is trying to break free.
Jones Jr keeps trying to improve his position.
Regueiro keeps control of the position easily here as Jones Jr tries to buck him off. #T4#
Jones Jr trying to control the hands but Regueiro won't let him.
Jones Jr tries to escape the position.
Regueiro doesn't have the hooks in and Jones Jr manages to turn into his guard.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
Jones Jr looking to pass the guard.
Jones Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Julio Regueiro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Regueiro lunges at Jones Jr with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jones Jr's hand.
Nice straight punches there by Regueiro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Regueiro.
Regueiro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut. Jones Jr saw that one coming.
Regueiro connects with a crisp jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Jones Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #TD#
Regueiro scores with a takedown into Jones Jr's guard.
Regueiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Regueiro is aware though and is defending well.
Regueiro preventing the sweep.
Regueiro tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones Jr is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Jones Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Regueiro escapes and throws Jones Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Regueiro wants to stand but Jones Jr has his arm trapped. #T1#
Jones Jr tries to buck Regueiro off but Regueiro is having none of it.
Regueiro trying to control the position but Jones Jr is working away.
Jones Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jones Jr is trying to control but Regueiro passes into side control!
Jones Jr tries to bench press Regueiro off him but Regueiro keeps the position.
Regueiro tries to advance to mount but can't.
Jones Jr tries to buck Regueiro off but Regueiro is having none of it.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Jones Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Regueiro trying to control the action but Jones Jr is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Jones Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jones Jr tries to bench press Regueiro off him but Regueiro keeps the position.
Jones Jr gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Regueiro prevents Jones Jr from getting the reversal.#T3#
Regueiro wants to stand but Jones Jr is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Jones Jr wants to hold on but Regueiro pushes him away.
Jones Jr is controlling an arm, preventing Regueiro from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Jones Jr working to try and regain half guard.
Jones Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Jones Jr tries to get to full guard but Regueiro has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Jones Jr manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Jones Jr working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Regueiro has passed into half guard!
Regueiro seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Julio Regueiro is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4##SUB2#
Jones Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Regueiro pulls his head out easily.
Regueiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jones Jr keeps working. #SUB2#
Jones Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Regueiro pulls his head out easily.
Regueiro passes the guard and advances to mount!
Regueiro blocks Jones Jr's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr can't escape the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Julio Regueiro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Regueiro 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Julio Regueiro!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Julio Regueiro!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Julio Regueiro!

Julio Regueiro wins by unanimous decision!
Our winner, Julio Regueiro, 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: Skrap Fights 41
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Mahoney rushes Jones Jr and presses him up against the ropes.
Jones Jr throws a head punch that misses.
Mahoney lands with a left to the head.
Jones Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jones Jr has had enough of the clinch but Mahoney keeps him there for the moment.
Jones Jr blocks the elbow strike. #BC#
Jones Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mahoney takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jones Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mahoney lands a jab to the head.
Mahoney wants to clinch up but Jones Jr keeps it at a distance.
Jones Jr lands with a cross.
Mahoney tries to clinch up
and Jones Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mahoney ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Mahoney drops his hands momentarily and Jones Jr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jones Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Mahoney misses with a body shot. #T1#
Jones Jr blocks a jab.#CL2#
Jones Jr tries to keep at a distance but Mahoney has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Jones Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A slow jab from Mahoney misses its intended target.
Jones Jr throwing a counter right hand but Mahoney manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Mahoney.
Carey Mahoney seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Mahoney moves out of range.
Jones Jr misses with a hook. Mahoney ducked under it nicely.
Mahoney connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mahoney works Jones Jr's body with a nice hook.
Jones Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Mahoney has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it. #BC2#
Mahoney breaks from the clinch.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahoney looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.#T2#
Mahoney wants to clinch up but Jones Jr keeps it at a distance.
Jones Jr clobbers Mahoney with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mahoney just misses with a punch to the body.
Jones Jr feinted with a counter takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jones Jr.#CL2#
Jones Jr tries to keep at a distance but Mahoney has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jones Jr misses with the head strike.
Mahoney lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Mahoney throws a punch but it's blocked by Jones Jr.
Mahoney swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mahoney's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jones Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahoney lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jones Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Mahoney blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr blocks an uppercut.
Jones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahoney's elbow.
Jones Jr tries to break the clinch but Mahoney is controlling the position. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks from the clinch.
Mahoney bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Jones Jr.
Mahoney throws a sloppy body shot
and Mahoney takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mahoney wants to clinch but Jones Jr slips to the side
and Jones Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Mahoney misses.
Jones Jr misses the jab.#CL2#
Mahoney clinches up with Jones Jr and pushes him back against the ropes.
Mahoney goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Jones Jr manages to break the clinch.
Jones Jr is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jones Jr misses with a body shot.
Jones Jr moves forwards but Mahoney connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jones Jr misses with a straight left. #T4#
Mahoney fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones Jr manages to avoid it.
Jones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahoney.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones Jr misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mahoney tries to clinch up.
Mahoney ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.#CL2#
Mahoney has managed to clinch.
Jones Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahoney working aggressively here.
Mahoney doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mahoney with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks from the clinch.
Jones Jr avoids the body shot from Mahoney.
Mahoney closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mahoney tries to clinch but Jones Jr moves away
and Jones Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Mahoney has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Carey Mahoney is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr throws a chopping leg kick but Mahoney manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jones Jr dodges the punch combination from Mahoney.
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 Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Mahoney connects with the punch.
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch but Jones Jr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jones Jr throwing a counter right hand but Mahoney manages to avoid it.
Mahoney wants to clinch up but Jones Jr keeps it at a distance.
Mahoney stuns Jones Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mahoney connects with a body shot.
Jones Jr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mahoney on the side of the head.
Jones Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Mahoney.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mahoney. Jones Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Mahoney wants to counter with a clinch but Jones Jr pushes him away.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Mahoney uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mahoney bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mahoney tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Jones Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.#KD2#
Mahoney lands a left and a right that send Jones Jr crashing to the mat, dazed. Mahoney thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Jones Jr is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mahoney wants to clinch up but Jones Jr keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Jones Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mahoney throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mahoney takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Mahoney forces Jones Jr back against the ropes and clinches.
Mahoney lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mahoney.
Mahoney working aggressively here. #BC#
Jones Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Mahoney moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mahoney.
Mahoney wants to clinch.
Jones Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mahoney wants to counter the offense by Jones Jr and move into the clinch position.#T2#
Mahoney takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahoney.
Jones Jr thuds his right hand into Mahoney's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jones Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahoney.
Mahoney is looking to clinch but Jones Jr is avoiding it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Mahoney throws a good cross that connects.
Mahoney scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jones Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Mahoney moves out of range.
Mahoney slips under a jab from Jones Jr.#CL2#
Mahoney gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Jones Jr takes a shot to the head.
Mahoney digs a right hand underneath Jones Jr's ribcage. Jones Jr let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3#
Mahoney lands with a right to the head.
Mahoney lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short left from Mahoney.
Mahoney has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jones Jr is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Jones Jr breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahoney was well out of range. Poor timing from Jones Jr.
Mahoney is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jones Jr rather than just go for the knockout.
Mahoney misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mahoney tries to clinch up but Jones Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
Mahoney swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Jones Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jim Jones Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Jones Jr works Mahoney's body with a nice hook.
Mahoney misses with a body punch
and Jones Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones Jr throws out a loose jab but Mahoney uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mahoney steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Jones Jr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mahoney displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones Jr. #T4#
Jones Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahoney.
Mahoney is looking to clinch.
Mahoney misses with a few strikes there.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones Jr misses the target.#CL2#
Mahoney has managed to clinch.
Jones Jr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jones Jr tries a body shot but Mahoney blocks it.
Mahoney lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mahoney lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mahoney struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones Jr controls his hands.
Jones Jr wants to break free but Mahoney has control.
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mahoney lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jones Jr can't break the clinch.
Mahoney connects with a nasty looking knee right to Jones Jr's face.
Jones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahoney uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mahoney misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carey Mahoney 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#
Mahoney looks to score with a jab to the body but Jones Jr is just out of range.
Mahoney ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones Jr moves away.
Mahoney ducks under a wild hook from Jones Jr.
Mahoney throws a hook to the side of Jones Jr's head but Jones Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mahoney lands a nice shot to the body.
Mahoney tries to clinch up but Jones Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
Good shot there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr tests Mahoney's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mahoney connects with a single shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mahoney moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Mahoney takes the fight into the clinch.
Mahoney working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Knees to the body from Mahoney. #BC#
Jones Jr breaks from the clinch.
Mahoney connects with a right hand. Jones Jr shakes it off.
Mahoney is looking to clinch.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahoney moves away.
Mahoney misses with a body shot.
Mahoney swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jones Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jones Jr loads up on a big right hand but Mahoney slips the punch.
A big left from Jones Jr misses.
Mahoney throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Mahoney seems unphased. #TD#
Jones Jr closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahoney is looking for a sweep. Jones Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
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.
Mahoney trying to control here. #T2#
Jones Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jones Jr trying to pass the guard but Mahoney defending well.
Jones Jr winds up and cracks Mahoney with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Mahoney has his hands clasped together around Jones Jr's back. He's all about the action.
Jones Jr passes the guard and advances to mount!
Mahoney is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Jones Jr throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Jones Jr raining down hammerfists from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Jones Jr cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Mahoney really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Jones Jr wants to control the pace but Mahoney is squirming around nicely.
Mahoney takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Jones Jr cracks Mahoney with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Jones Jr looking to finish Mahoney with some ground and pound. This is bad for Mahoney!
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the head.
Jones Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
Mahoney is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jones Jr is landing with some decent strikes but Mahoney is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr landing shots from mount.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the head. #ROC#
Mahoney is rocked!
Jones Jr lands a big shot to the head and Mahoney winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
An out of breath Jim Jones Jr thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Skrap Fights 34
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Laranja takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Laranja defending well as Jones Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Laranja doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Jones Jr has Laranja up against the ropes in a clinch.
Jones Jr 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.
Laranja is looking for a takedown.
Laranja goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jones Jr prevents it.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
Laranja is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Jones Jr lands a left hand.
Laranja changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jones Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice jab there from Jones Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Laranja takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jones Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Laranja fails with the takedown
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Laranja throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Jones Jr moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jones Jr prevents the takedown attempt.
Laranja tries to score a body lock takedown but Jones Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Laranja looks winded!
Laranja has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jones Jr is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Jones Jr tries to work over Laranja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
Jones Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr pushes Laranja back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T2#
Jones Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jones Jr dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Jones Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Laranjas head.
Laranja tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Laranja blocks a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
A short left from Jones Jr.
A shot in the inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Laranja has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jones Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Laranja can turn it around.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr tries to work over Laranja's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jones Jr blocking some punches.
Jones Jr is working Laranja over against the ropes.#T3#
Laranja wants a takedown but no success here.
Jones Jr lands with a right to the head.
Laranja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jones Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr lands with a left to the head.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Jones Jr scores with a shot to the side of Laranja's head.
Jones Jr is working Laranja over against the ropes.
A short uppercut from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr stops a takedown attempt from Laranja.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Jones Jr.
A short right from Jones Jr.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr trying to stall but Laranja improves his position.
Jones Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Jones Jr. #T4#
Jones Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr has Laranja pushed against the ropes.
Jones Jr lands a left hand.
Jones Jr gets underhooks to prevent Laranja's takedown attempt.
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jones Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jones Jr lands with a light punch inside.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jones Jr pushes Laranja back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Laranja controls his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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#
Jones Jr punishes Laranja's body with a nice straight punch.
Jones Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jones Jr lands with a right hand.
Laranja has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Laranja's head. #CL#
Jones Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Laranja is working for takedown but Jones Jr is calmly controlling the position for now.
Laranja wants a takedown.
Jones Jr lands with a left to the head.
Laranja prevents a body shot from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Jones Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jones Jr is pressed up against the ropes. Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jones Jr down to the mat. Jones Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laranja misses with a combination
and Jones Jr counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Jones Jr clinches with his opponent.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Laranja is breathing heavily.#T1#
Laranja is trying to pull guard but Jones Jr turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Jones Jr is working Laranja over against the ropes.
Laranja tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Jones Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Jones Jr digs a right hand into Laranja's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Laranja's gas tank.
Jim Jones Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
Jones Jr pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Jones Jr gets through Laranja's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Jones Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Laranja takes a shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Jones Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones Jr lands a right hand.
A short right from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr digs a right hand underneath Laranja's ribcage. Laranja let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jones Jr digs a right hand into Laranja's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Laranja's gas tank. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a body shot.
Jones Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laranja can do to turn this around?
Jones Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Jones Jr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Jones Jr controlling the action here for a moment.
Jones Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Laranja or not.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
Laranja is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jones Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jones Jr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr - that landed with a thud.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Jones Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Jones Jr. #TD#
Jones Jr pulls guard successfully.
Laranja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jones Jr is keeping the position for now.
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.
Laranja is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Jones Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Laranja won't allow Jones Jr to sweep him here.
Jones Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Laranja wants to control from the top but Jones Jr keeps moving.
Jones Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Laranja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
You can see the frustration on Jones Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Laranja tries to advance to mount but Jones Jr denies him.
Who's going to make the next move?
The strikes coming from Laranja are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB2#
Laranja tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Laranja has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jones Jr sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr is trying to maintain the position but Laranja is very close to passing his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Jones Jr 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Jones Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Laranja has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jones Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Laranja's head.
Laranja shoots and misses
and Jones Jr counters with a three punch combo that has Laranja backing up. Laranja nods at Jones Jr to acknowledge the strikes.
Laranja takes one to the chin there.
A head kick misses from Laranja.
A cross from Jones Jr lands.
Laranja tries for a takedown but Jones Jr circles away easily
and Jones Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jones Jr connects with a body shot.
Laranja takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
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 head kick by Laranja misses #CL#
and Jones Jr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Laranja takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jones Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC#
Laranja is rocked!
Laranja's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Laranja is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones Jr finish him?
Jones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Jones Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Laranja backwards.
Laranja is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Jones Jr gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Renato Laranja.
A hook to the body from Jones Jr.
A shot in the inside from Jones Jr.
A short left from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Laranja is keeping busy.
Jones Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Laranja wants to take the fight to the mat but Jones Jr manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Laranja.
Jones Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Jones Jr on the inside.
Jones Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Jones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Laranja controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Jones Jr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laranja has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jones Jr avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jones Jr lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Laranja to his knees! Jones Jr keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jim Jones Jr!
A victorious Jim Jones Jr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Skrap Fights 26
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Espensen. Espensen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch but Espensen is avoiding it.
We've been hearing reports that Jones Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Espensen cracks Jones Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Espensen wants to clinch up but Jones Jr keeps it at a distance.
Jones Jr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL#
Jones Jr moves into the clinch successfully.
Jones Jr has a couple of punches blocked by Espensen.
Espensen is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Espensen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jones Jr has Espensen pressed against the ropes, preventing Espensen from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A head punch on the inside from Espensen fails to land.
Espensen lands with a light punch inside.
Nice body punch from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Espensen.
Jones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Espensen controls the action. #TD#
Jones Jr successfully pulls guard.
Jones Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Espensen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Espensen wants to stand but Jones Jr has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Espensen is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T1#
Espensen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Jones Jr is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Espensen rolls with it to try and escape but Jones Jr cranks on the arm and Espensen is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jim Jones Jr!
After winning the bout, Jim Jones Jr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: TWGC 23 (185lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - R2
Date: Dec 09, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ronald Dela Rosa (ranked 4642 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jim Jones Jr (ranked 23782 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

191 cm
26 yrs
194 lbs

180 cm
21 yrs
174 lbs

Dela Rosa

Jones Jr

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Ronald Dela Rosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jim Jones Jr!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Edson Gomes.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Jones Jr looking to score a takedown here. Dela Rosa is defending well but Jones Jr drives through and ends up in Dela Rosa's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (2) Jones Jr
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Dela Rosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Dela Rosa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jones Jr is aware though and is defending well.
Dela Rosa tries to land a sweep but no joy.

Jones Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dela Rosa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jones Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Dela Rosa's legs - danger averted.
Jones Jr works a leg free and moves into half guard.

Dela Rosa actively working from the bottom here.
Dela Rosa is trying to get back to full guard.
Dela Rosa is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr trying to control from half guard but Dela Rosa is working away.
Jones Jr moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (5) Jones Jr

That's one minute gone in the round.
Dela Rosa manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jones Jr's best efforts.
Dela Rosa tries to get to full guard but Jones Jr has control of the leg.
Jones Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dela Rosa does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Dela Rosa looking for submissions off his back.
Jones Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dela Rosa does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dela Rosa tries to roll over but Jones Jr keeps him under control.
Jones Jr trying to control the action but Dela Rosa is working from the bottom.
Dela Rosa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Dela Rosa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Dela Rosa actively working from the bottom here.
Dela Rosa wants to get back to full guard but Jones Jr has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (8) Jones Jr
Dela Rosa is trying to get back to half guard.
Jones Jr advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Dela Rosa (0) vs (10) Jones Jr

Dela Rosa defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Jones Jr.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Jones Jr wants to finish this one by submission but Dela Rosa is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is looking to work his way around to Dela Rosa's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (10) Jones Jr

Dela Rosa drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dela Rosa jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dela Rosa sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jones Jr's guard.
Jones Jr has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.

Dela Rosa is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Dela Rosa is looking for submissions but instead, Jones Jr has regained full guard.

Dela Rosa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Dela Rosa is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jones Jr is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jones Jr has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (12) Jones Jr

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (15) Jones Jr
Jones Jr works to advance to full mount. Dela Rosa defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Dela Rosa (2) vs (17) Jones Jr
Dela Rosa can't escape the position.
Jones Jr fails to advance to Dela Rosa's back.
Dela Rosa is in all sorts of trouble here.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa wants to control but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Dela Rosa working to try and regain half guard.
Jones Jr with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Jones Jr wants to control the pace but Dela Rosa is squirming around nicely.
Dela Rosa can't escape the position.
Jones Jr avoids the attempt from Dela Rosa to control.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr wants to take Dela Rosa's back but he can't do it this time.
Dela Rosa is desperately trying to improve his position but Jones Jr has a good base and remains in mount.
Jones Jr trying to control but Dela Rosa is having none of it.
Dela Rosa working to try and regain half guard.
Jones Jr pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Jones Jr trying to control but Dela Rosa is having none of it.
Dela Rosa is wriggling around trying to escape.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Jones Jr looking for a guillotine from mount but Dela Rosa is having none of it.
Dela Rosa is looking to get to half guard.
Jones Jr looking to control but Dela Rosa is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Jones Jr is looking to work his way around to Dela Rosa's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Jones Jr prevents Dela Rosa from getting the reversal.

Jones Jr goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Dela Rosa is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (4) vs (17) Jones Jr

Dela Rosa drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dela Rosa jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Dela Rosa drops back looking for a leg! Jones Jr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jones Jr manages to kick Dela Rosa off! Dela Rosa jumps back into Jones Jr's guard.
Jones Jr wants to control the position but Dela Rosa says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Jones Jr trying to hold on to Dela Rosa's head to control him but Dela Rosa postures up.

Dela Rosa is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jones Jr doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dela Rosa.

Dela Rosa is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to full guard.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jones Jr keeping full guard, as Dela Rosa tries to pass.

Dela Rosa drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Dela Rosa as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Jones Jr screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Dela Rosa! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Ronald Dela Rosa!

Event: TWGC 23 (185lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jim Jones Jr (ranked 23771 p4p, 0 weight class) and Leon Opstad (ranked 3993 p4p, 461 weight class). Opstad comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Moby - Natural Blues kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Leon Opstad is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

180 cm
20 yrs
174 lbs

188 cm
31 yrs
184 lbs

Jones Jr

Opstad

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jim Jones Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Leon Opstad!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Mauricio Rocha and Paulo Santos.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Jones Jr shoots in and gets a takedown into Opstad's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jones Jr (2) vs (0) Opstad
Jones Jr content to stall in guard here.
Jones Jr passes into half guard.

Jones Jr is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

Opstad actively working from the bottom here.
Opstad trying to hold on to Jones Jr's head to control him but Jones Jr postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Opstad actively working from the bottom here.
Jones Jr prevents Opstad from improving his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Jones Jr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Opstad sees it coming and defends easily.

Opstad looking for submissions off his back.
Jones Jr uses his free foot to push down on Opstad's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Opstad.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jones Jr (5) vs (0) Opstad

Jones Jr moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Opstad has worked his arm free - good work by Opstad!
Jones Jr has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Opstad!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Jones Jr (7) vs (0) Opstad
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Opstad is squirming around, avoiding Jones Jr's attempts to control the action.
Opstad is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr controlling his opponent.

Jones Jr is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Opstad to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Opstad shrugs it off.
Jones Jr prevents Opstad from getting the reversal.
Jones Jr tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Opstad is desperately trying to improve his position but Jones Jr has a good base and remains in mount.
Jones Jr wants to control the pace but Opstad is squirming around nicely.
Opstad is trying to escape the mount.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Jones Jr looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Opstad is wriggling around trying to escape.
Opstad has given up his back here. Will Jones Jr look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Jones Jr (10) vs (0) Opstad

Jones Jr looking to break Opstad's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Opstad remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Jones Jr will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!

Jones Jr is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.

Jones Jr is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Opstad defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Jones Jr controlling well, preventing Opstad from escaping the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Opstad trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Jones Jr struggling to keep hold of the position.
Opstad tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Jones Jr moves to his opponent's back but Opstad bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Jones Jr.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones Jr (10) vs (2) Opstad
Jones Jr is pulling down on Opstad's head. It's preventing any offense from Opstad, at least for the moment.
Opstad trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Opstad drops back looking for a leg! Jones Jr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jones Jr manages to kick Opstad off! Opstad jumps back into Jones Jr's guard.

Jones Jr isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Opstad stacks Jones Jr 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 Opstad!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jones Jr (10) vs (5) Opstad

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Opstad is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jones Jr is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

Opstad goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jones Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Opstad but great work by Jones Jr.
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jones Jr (14) vs (5) Opstad
Opstad is trying to improve his position.

Jones Jr wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Opstad, who protects the arm well.
Opstad manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jones Jr wants to take a breather but Opstad is having none of it.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jones Jr passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jones Jr (17) vs (5) Opstad

Jones Jr tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Opstad tries to buck Jones Jr off but Jones Jr is having none of it.
Opstad manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Opstad has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jones Jr is working away from the top position though.

Jones Jr is working for a submission of some sort.
Opstad is staying active underneath Jones Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Opstad actively working from the bottom here.
Opstad wants to get back to full guard but Jones Jr has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jones Jr (20) vs (5) Opstad

Opstad is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jones Jr's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Jones Jr! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Opstad has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jim Jones Jr!
An out of breath Jim Jones Jr thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 29, 2018

#R1#
One throws a jab but it's blocked by Martin.
Martin thumps One with a low kick.
Martin connects with a high kick.
Martin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Martin throws a quick head kick that skims the top of One's head.
Martin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
One half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
One ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Martin moves away.
Martin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from One.
Martin shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
One drops down looking for a counter takedown but Martin sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Martin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Martin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but One has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Martin missing with knees to the body.
Martin has One pressed against the cage.
Martin blocking some punches.
Martin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through 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!
Martin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
One has a couple of punches blocked by Martin.
A body shot lands from One.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Martin takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T1#
Martin looking to throw knees to the head but One is blocking nicely.
One swings away with an uppercut that misses.
One digs a right hand underneath Martin's ribcage. Martin let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Martin leaning against his opponent.
One misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Martin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Frank Martin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Martin throws a wild body kick that One sees coming a mile off.
One is looking to counter the offense by Martin and move into the clinch.
Martin ducks under a wild hook from One.
Frank Martin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Martin moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Martin.
One fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Martin.
One throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Martins head.
One wants to take the fight to the mat but Martin manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Martin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
One misses with some punches.
One trying to stall but Martin improves his position.
A left hand lands to the body for Martin. #T2#
Martin landing some nice looking knees to the body.
One is breathing heavily.
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!
Martin gets through One's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Martin obliges.
Martin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Martin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Martin lands a knee to the head.
Martin landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Martin scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Martin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Martin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on One. That did some damage!
Martin throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by One.#CL2#
Martin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with One, pushing him back against the cage.
Martin lands a knee to the body. #BC2#
Martin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
One misses the jab.
Martin thows a body kick. One tries to catch it but that hurt him.
One misses with an uppercut. Martin saw that one coming.
Martin is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
One has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Martin.#T3#
One stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Martin.
One avoids the head kick by Martin.
Martin connects with a leg kick. One looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Martin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Martin thumps One with a low kick.
Martin connects with a leg kick. One looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Martin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Martin throws a sloppy head kick and One moves out of range easily. #CL2#
One gets tackled into the cage by Martin. Martin maintains the clinch.
Martin tries to land a knee to the head but One blocks with his arms.
Martin has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. One seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Martin can turn it around.
One misses with some punches.
One misses with a hook from the clinch.
One misses with a punch on the inside.
One's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
One swings away with an uppercut that misses.
One tries to work over Martin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Martin lands a left hand. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Martin blocking some punches.
One can't find room to land a body shot as Martin controls the action. #BC2#
Martin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Martin lands a nice looking kick to the body. One takes a step back to recover.
Martin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Martin, right into the meat.
Nice shot by Martin.
One tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Martin defends well and One ends up having to push Martin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Martin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
One moves out of range as Martin throws a body kick.
Martin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
One steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Martin. That one must have hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
One tries to close the distance and clinch up but Martin swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A looping hook to the body misses from One. Martin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Martin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Martin lands with a slapping head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Martin 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#
One pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Martin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Martin scores with a leg kick.
One missing with a left hand there. Martin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
One takes a swing at Martin's ribcage but misses.
A jab lands there for One.
Martin connects with an inside leg kick.
Martin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Martin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. One doesn't seem bothered though.
Martin scores with a body shot.
Martin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Martin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
One swings for the body but Martin moves out of range.
Martin throws a series of punches but One avoids them all with ease.
As Martin tries to get set, One tries to push him back and clinch up but Martin manages to avoid the attempt.
One takes a head kick and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Martin rushes One and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
One tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Martin prevents a body shot from One.
One misses with a hook to the ribs.
Martin blocks an uppercut.
One is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Martin blocking some punches.
Martin lands a knee to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
One has a couple of punches blocked by Martin.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Martin obliges.
Martin lands a knee to the head.
One tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good body shot from Martin.
Martin landing knees to the head.
Martin lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Martin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Martin lands a nice knee to the body.
Martin unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Martin pushes One back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frank Martin seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Martin pushes One back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
One is rocked!
Martin lands a left hand that snaps the head of One backwards.
Oh One is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Martin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Martin leaning his opponent against the cage.
Martin lands a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Martin.
One throws a head punch that misses.
One seems to have got his legs back now.
Martin connects with a nasty looking knee right to One's face.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for One.
Martin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Martin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#KD2#
Martin lands a big left hand right to the temple and One goes down!
Martin controlling the action here.
One has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Martin is continuing to stall.#T3#
Martin passes the guard and advances to mount!
Martin controlling from mount.
One tries to lock up and control but Martin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Martin content just to control the position here. #T4#
One regains half guard.
One tries to get to full guard but Martin has control of the leg.
One is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
One actively working from the bottom here.
Martin controlling the action here.
Martin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Martin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
One throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Martin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice body kick from Martin.
One looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Martin is fending him off so far but One persists. Nope, Martin circles away and we're back to standing.
Martin throws a head kick that half lands.
A nice leg kick lands there from Martin.
Frank Martin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
One misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Martin has managed to clinch.
One misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Martin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Good leg kick by Martin there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Martin throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One tries to close the distance and clinch but Martin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
One bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Martin's head.
Martin cracks One with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Martin throws a push kick but One slaps the foot to one side.
One is looking to counter the offense by Martin and move into the clinch.
Martin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Martin. That's going to slow One down.
Martin throws a sloppy head kick and One moves out of range easily.
One with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Martin to score with a decent uppercut.
Martin fakes the leg kick and cracks One in the body. #CL2#
Martin moves into the clinch.
One misses with a body punch.
One fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
One struggles to land a body shot inside as Martin controls his hands.
Martin unloads a knee to the mid-section. One lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short right from Martin.
Martin unloads a knee to the mid-section. One lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Martin scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Martin on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot in the inside from Martin.
Martin lands a body shot.
Martin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Martin scores with a knee to the head.
Frank Martin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
One fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Martin lands a knee to the head.
One tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
One swings away with an uppercut that misses.
One tries to throw a body punch but Martin avoids it by throwing One back against the cage.
One misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from One.
Martin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Martin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt One or not.
A right hook to the body lands for Martin.
One misses with a short punch on the inside.
Martin gets underhooks to prevent One's takedown attempt. #T3#
Martin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
One has a couple of punches blocked by Martin.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Martin.
One lands a body shot in the clinch.
One is trying to drag Martin to the mat but Martin just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Test One. That's going to take a lot out of him.
One misses with a punch on the inside.
One working aggressively here.
One doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
One misses with some punches.
Martin prevents a body shot from One.
Test One has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
One looking to stall.
A head punch on the inside from One fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Martin.
One lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from One fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for One.
Martin blocks an uppercut.
One misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Martin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
One tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Martin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A nice inside leg kick there by Martin. That's going to slow One down.

And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Martin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Martin 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Martin!
Frank Martin made sure to mention his sponsor, Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) in his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 15, 2018

#R1#
One looks to land a combination. Punk sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
One keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
One lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Punk circles away quickly and effectively.
A punch lands to the side of Punk 's head but he takes it in his stride.
One connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Punk momentarily. #TD#
Punk closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Punk lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
One is looking for a triangle here but Punk uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Punk tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
One is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Punk trying to control the action but One is working from the bottom.
One really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Punk. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Punk lands a nice forearm strike.
You can see the frustration on One's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Punk has hold of One's arm. He's looking for a kimura. One seems comfortable defending it but Punk has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! One is real pain and he's forced to tap out! One is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Punk couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). CM Punk!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2018

#R1#
One lands a jab.
Sloppy strikes from Palmer. Those never looked like landing.
A low kick from Palmer is predictable there
and One counters with a nice uppercut.
Palmer throws a right and a left that both miss.
A cross from One lands.
Palmer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but One circles away quickly and effectively.
One thuds his right hand into Palmer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Palmer misses with an uppercut. One saw that one coming.
One looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Palmer doesn't manage to clinch there - One circles away.
Palmer throws the kick towards the body but One avoids it.#CL2#
One clinches up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from One.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
One tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Palmer is trying to break the clinch but One is controlling him.
One stalling.
Palmer fails to pull guard. #T1##TD2#
One has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Palmer clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Palmer is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
One throws strikes from the back but Palmer rolls nicely and manages to end up in full guard. Nice work by Palmer.
One looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Palmer keeping moving, preventing One from controlling successfully.
One must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
One 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.
One is continuing to stall.
One stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Palmer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
One trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
One trying to control but Palmer is working from the bottom. #T3#
Palmer working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from One.
One wants to control from the top but Palmer keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Palmer takes one to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. One darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
One fails with an attempt to clinch.
Palmer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Palmer scores with a body shot.
Palmer misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Palmer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Palmer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Palmer loads up on a big right hand but One slips the punch.
Sloppy strikes from One. Those never looked like landing.
One takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
One is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Palmer had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Palmer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
One changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Palmer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Test One dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
One connects with a looping right hand.
Kabyn Palmer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
One scores with a nice strike.
One throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
One scores with a nice strike.
Palmer tries to clinch up.
Palmer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
One tries to score with a low kick but Palmer moves his leg out of the way.
Palmer throws a body kick that misses.
Palmer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Palmer connects with a looping right hand.
Palmer fails to land with a series of punches.
Kabyn Palmer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Palmer needs to keep his hands up - One had a free shot at his head there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
One with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Palmer misses with a kick to the body.
One swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Palmer swats away the attempt to clinch by One.
Palmer looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? One is fending him off so far but Palmer persists. Nope, One circles away and we're back to standing.
One looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice combination there by Palmer.
Palmer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Palmer tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. One manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
One lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Palmer with a jab.
One slaps away a takedown attempt from Palmer, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Palmer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Test One seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Palmer tries to clinch there but One circles away.
One jabs at Palmer's body.
One throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Palmer on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Palmer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Good standup being displayed there by One as he connects with a hook.
Palmer shoots in for a takedown but One shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kabyn Palmer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice straight punches there by One. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of One.
One keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Palmer throws a poor cross that misses
and One counters with a straight right hand.
Palmer tries to bum rush One with a series of wild strikes but One uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
One fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Palmer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
One changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
One scores with the left hand. Palmer knows he should have avoided that one.
One scores with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. One darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
One scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Palmer doesn't seem bothered though.
Decent striking displayed by One there.
Palmer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Palmer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Test One is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Palmer walks into a left hand.
Palmer wants to clinch up but One keeps it at a distance.
One lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Palmer takes one to the chin there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
One punishes Palmer's body with a nice straight punch.
One lands with a right hand. #T4#
Palmer moves forwards but One connects with a nice, crisp jab.
One misses with a wild body shot.
Palmer fails to land with a series of punches.
It seemed like One was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
One throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
One throws a right hand that Palmer ducks under and follows up with a left that Palmer also avoids with ease.
Palmer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
One clobbers Palmer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Palmer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Palmer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Palmer throws a half hearted mid kick.
One lands an overhand right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
One leaves Palmer with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Test One showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A punch combination from One misses.
Good standup being displayed there by One as he connects with a hook.
Palmer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Palmer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting One counter with a right hand.
Palmer wants to clinch.
Palmer tries to score a power double leg takedown but One sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Palmer somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
The crowd cheers as One lands an impressive looking overhand right. Palmer doesn't seem phased though.
Palmer takes one to the chin there.
Palmer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
One digs a good hook to Palmer's body.
One scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Palmer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Palmer throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and One counters with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Palmer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
One is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Palmer with a body shot.
Palmer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. One eats them both and turns towards Palmer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
One darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
One lands with an overhand left.
Nice takedown defense from One. No joy for Palmer on that attempt. #T2#
A jab lands there for One.
Palmer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by One!
One works Palmer's body with a nice hook.
Kabyn Palmer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
One gets a clinch.
A short right from One on the inside.
Nice body punch from One.
One misses with a punch to the body.
One scores with an uppercut up the middle.
One misses with a short punch on the inside.
One misses with a shot to the kidneys.
One lands a shoulder strike.
Palmer blocks a body shot from One. #T3#
One lands an uppercut.
One throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Palmers head.
One lands a left hand.
One lands a left hand.
One holding his opponent close, against the cage.
One lands a left hand.
Palmer blocking some punches.
One lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
One breaks from the clinch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Palmer.
One is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
One throws out a powerful jab.
One has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Palmer shoots in for a double leg but One sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kabyn Palmer. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Palmer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from One.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
One fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
One cracks Palmer with an open hand slap.
Palmer circles away from the clinch attempt.
One scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Palmer shoots in for a takedown but One shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
One looks like he wants to counter punch here.
One lands with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from One.
One scores with a jab to the body.
One lands a jab-cross combination.
Test One is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Palmer moves in looking to clinch but One pushes him off.

And that's the end of the fight!
Test One comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got One 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Test One!
Kabyn Palmer was interviewed post fight and said 'im sorry cows'.

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