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Event: SMASH: Storm vs Tosen 2     
Date:   Sep 23, 2023
#R1#
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Tosen throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Storm has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Tosen tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Crunch! Tosen slams his shin into Storm's torso.
Storm throws a low kick but Tosen avoids it.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Tosen scores with a nice body kick.
Storm blocks the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm avoids the body shot from Tosen.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tosen with a nice cross.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tosen.#T1#
Tosen throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Tosen only half commits.
A quick step to the side and Storm tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tosen throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick from Tosen.
Tosen misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Tosen lands a nice looking kick to the body. Storm takes a step back to recover.
Storm takes a swing at Tosen's ribcage but misses.
Tosen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tosen scores with a nice right hand.
Tosen connects with a leg kick.
Storm walks into a jab.
A leg kick checked by Tosen.
It seemed like Tosen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tosen is able to avoid easily.
Tosen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tosen misses with a low kick.
Tosen lands a really nice looking cross but Storm seems unphased.
Storm takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Storm slips a jab from Tosen.
Storm swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tosen throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tosen 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.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tosen.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tosen.
Tosen misses with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Tosen, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen moves into range and connects with a jab.
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Tosen throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tosen tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tosen with a hook.
Tosen misses with a left hand
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Tosen 's knee.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Tosen lands a jab.
Storm lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tosen throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Tosen is out of range.
Tosen misses with a kick to the body.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tosen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
Tosen checks the leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Tosen keeps Storm at a distance using the push kick.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tosen can pounce on him.
Tosen is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Storm had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tosen avoids the body shot from Storm. #T4#
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tosen.
Storm stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tosen.
Storm throws a low kick but Tosen moves out of range easily.
Tosen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mama Tosen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Tosen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm takes a swing at Tosen's ribcage but misses.
Tosen flicks out a counter leg kick but Storm steps away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tosen misses with a body kick.
Tosen throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tosen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tosen connects with a nice looking jab.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A counter left hand to the body from Storm misses its target.
Tosen misses with an uppercut.
A big left from Tosen misses.
A lazy body kick from Tosen
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Tosen scores with a hook.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Tosen is just out of range.
Storm slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen dominated that round.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tosen throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tosen scores with a kick to the body.
Tosen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Tosen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A slow jab from Tosen misses its intended target.
Tosen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A left lands for Tosen.
Tosen misses with a kick to the body
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Storm will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A good leg kick by Tosen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tosen thinking.
Storm throws a body punch but Tosen moves out of range.
Storm moves away from the strike by Tosen.
As Tosen backs away, Storm returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Tosen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks. #T1#
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Tosen slips the punch.
Tosen swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tosen cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tosen - that will leave a mark!
Tosen lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Tosen tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
Tosen walks into a left hand.
Tosen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Tosen connects with a looping right hand.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tosen throws out the jab.
Storm swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tosen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Storm blocks the body kick.
Tosen jabbing away but nothing is landing. #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!
Storm on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tosen misses with a kick to the body.
Storm was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Storm might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A good leg kick by Tosen.
Storm throws a low kick but Tosen avoids it.
Tosen checks a leg kick.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Storm tries a low kick but Tosen avoids it.
A slow jab from Tosen misses its intended target.
Tosen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Storm blocks a jab.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tosen.
A big right from Storm misses.
Storm is looking to wear down Tosen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tosen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tosen connects with a nice looking jab. #T3#
Tosen tries a low kick but Storm avoids it.
Tosen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A clash of legs there as Storm blocks the low kick.
Tosen cracks Storm with an open hand slap.
Tosen lands with an uppercut that bounces Storm off the cage and back into range.
Tosen lands a head shot.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tosen looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tosen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Tosen slips the punch.
Tosen throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
Tosen scores with a nice body kick.
Storm throws a leg kick but Tosen checks it.
Tosen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A low kick lands for Storm. #T4#
Storm punishes Tosen's body with a nice straight punch.
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!
Tosen fakes the leg kick and cracks Storm in the body.
Storm is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tosen tries to land a front kick but Storm steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tosen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tosen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tosen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tosen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Crunch! Tosen slams his shin into Storm's torso.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm moves out of range as Tosen throws a body kick.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tosen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Tosen blocks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen 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#
Tosen misses with a kick to the body.
Donk. Storm catches Tosen right on the button with a cross.
Tosen throws a big shot that misses.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Tosen scoring well with a low kick there.
Tosen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Storm backing away here, and Tosen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Storm walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tosen.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tosen.
Tosen throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
As Tosen backs away, Storm returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen lands a lovely overhand right.
Tosen misses with a looping left.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Tosen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Storm looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Tosen swings widly with a right hand
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Tosen looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Tosen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen 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.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Tosen is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tosen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Tosen is just out of range.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Tosen lands a jab to the head.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Tosen scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Tosen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tosen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tosen misses with a low kick.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tosen counters with an inside leg kick.
Storm defending well as Tosen loads up on a big left hand.
Tosen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Storm swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Storm 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.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tosen.
Decent striking displayed by Tosen there.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice straight punches there by Tosen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tosen.
Storm lands with a right hand.
Tosen throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Tosen is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Tosen throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Tosen lets loose with a powerful body kick. Storm will feel that in the morning.
Tosen misses the jab.
Tosen thuds his shin into the meat of Storm's side.
Storm checks a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tosen.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tosen.
A jab from Tosen does it's job there.
Tosen looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Tosen saw that one coming.
Tosen throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Tosen connects with an inside leg kick.
Tosen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mama Tosen seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Storm throws a hook to the side of Tosen's head but Tosen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Tosen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tosen misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as Tosen blocks the leg kick.
Tosen throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm throws a body punch but Tosen moves out of range.
Tosen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Storm's sensitive parts.
Tosen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tosen scores with a decent looking hook.
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tosen counters with a straight right hand.
Tosen throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Tosen lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tosen throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow Tosen down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen really dominated that round.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tosen.
A telegraphed right hand from Tosen misses the target.
Storm moves out of range as Tosen strikes.
Storm thuds a left hand into Tosen's body.
Storm scores with a decent looking hook.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tosen.
Tosen misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Tosen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tosen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Tosen throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen scores with a decent looking hook.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tosen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A jab from Tosen does it's job there.
Tosen throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Tosen throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Tosen checks a low kick from Storm.
Tosen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A jab from Storm misses.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tosen lands with an overhand left.
Tosen connects with an inside leg kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tosen.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Tosen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tosen misses with an uppercut.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tosen throws a lazy body kick
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tosen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.#T2#
Tosen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tosen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Storm swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tosen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Storm is able to avoid easily.
Storm throws a leg kick but Tosen moved away.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Tosen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tosen misses with a leg kick
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.
Tosen throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Tosen misses with a leg kick
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Tosen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tosen is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tosen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.#T3#
Tosen staying out of range there.
Good standup being displayed there by Tosen as he connects with a hook.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tosen looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Tosen throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Tosen only half commits.
Tosen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tosen scores with a nice body kick.
Tosen tries to land a body kick
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Tosen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
The fighters circling - Tosen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tosen throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
A low kick from Storm is predictable there
letting Tosen counter with a right hand.
Storm throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tosen misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tosen explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Tosen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tosen scores with a jab to the head.
Tosen throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Tosen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Tosen's shoulder, as Tosen tries to avoid the shot.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tosen.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tosen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Storm. That one must have hurt.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Storm half committed to a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Jab by Tosen.
Tosen misses with a looping left.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A big left from Tosen misses.
Tosen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tosen at a distance.
Tosen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Storm's hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Tosen.
That kick from Tosen tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tosen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tosen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Tosen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Tosen throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tosen lands the left hand.
Tosen looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Tosen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A big right from Storm misses.
Tosen throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm throwing a counter right hand but Tosen manages to avoid it.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tosen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tosen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Storm tries a low kick but Tosen avoids it.
Tosen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nice jab there from Tosen.
Tosen throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tosen.
Tosen throws a good cross that connects.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tosen.
Storm moves away from the strike by Tosen.
Tosen scores with a body shot.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tosen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Storm 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.
Tosen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tosen throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Tosen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tosen throws a low kick but Storm avoids it.#T3#
Tosen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Tosen throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Tosen finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm throws a big counter combination but Tosen scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tosen looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Tosen misses with a low kick.
Tosen staying out of range there.
Tosen moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Tosen misses with a looping left.
Tosen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tosen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tosen loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Jab, jab by Tosen - just one landing. #T4#
Storm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tosen lands with an uppercut that bounces Storm off the cage and back into range.
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tosen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tosen lands a jab to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tosen throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Tosen scores with a decent looking hook.
Tosen tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tosen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Storm. That did some damage!
That kick from Tosen tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Tosen ducks down to avoid it.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tosen misses with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mama Tosen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tosen 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 45:50
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 45:50
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mama Tosen!

Mama Tosen is the new featherweight champion!
Mama Tosen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SMASH: Storm vs Furioto     
Date:   Sep 02, 2023
#R1#
Storm throws a hook but Furioto avoids it easily.
It seemed like Furioto was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Furioto.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Furioto throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Furioto fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Furioto walks into a straight right hand from Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Furioto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Furioto moves forwards but Storm connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm digs a good body shot into Furioto's ribs.
Furioto avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from Furioto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Furioto's shoulder, as Furioto tries to avoid the shot.
Furioto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm thuds a left hand into Furioto's body.
Furioto fails with the takedown.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Furioto.
Storm with a nice calf kick.#T2#
Storm lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Furioto counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm takes a swing at Furioto's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Furioto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm is looking to slow Furioto down with leg kicks.
Storm defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Furioto.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Furioto.
Furioto walks into a jab.#T3#
Storm scores with a jab.
Furioto fails with the takedown
and Storm makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Furioto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Furioto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Furioto unleashes a big counter combination but Storm bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A left lands for Storm.#T4#
Sloppy strikes from Storm. Those never looked like landing.
Furioto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm connects with a right hand. Furioto shakes it off.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Furioto is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Furioto takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Furioto is just out of range.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Furioto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Furioto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Furioto takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Furioto with a lazy takedown attempt
and Storm counters with a good low kick that Furioto was not able to check.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Furioto off balance momentarily.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Furioto was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.#TD2#
Furioto shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm wants to control but Furioto is keeping busy. #T1#
Storm is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Furioto is trying to work for a kimura but Storm is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Furioto thows a huge punch but Storm dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Furioto wants to work for an arm triangle but Storm is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Storm works his way to full guard. Good work.
Storm tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Storm is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Storm lands a jab to Furioto's midsection.#T3#
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Furioto's head but Furioto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Furioto! But no joy.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Furioto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Furioto has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Furioto shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Furioto misses with a takedown
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Furioto.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Furioto saw that one coming.
Storm backing away here, and Furioto unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Furioto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Furioto.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Furioto.
Furioto darts in looking for a takedown but Storm gets double underhooks and turns Furioto into the cage.
Storm half committed to a counter leg kick.
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm is looking to slow Furioto down with leg kicks.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Storm throws a body punch but Furioto moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Furioto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Furioto closes this distance looking for a takedown but Storm circles away.
Jab from Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Furioto.
Furioto needs to keep his hands up - Storm had a free shot at his head there.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Furioto can do to turn this around?
Storm looks to land a left hand but Furioto moved out of range nicely.
Furioto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a body punch but Furioto moves out of range.
Storm throws a body punch but Furioto moves out of range.
Furioto looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Storm throws a leg kick
letting Furioto counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Storm gets caught flat footed, as Furioto shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Storm wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Furioto manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Furioto misses with a head shot. Storm uses the momentum to regain guard.
Furioto stopping the sweep attempt from Storm.#T2##SUB2#
Furioto postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Storm is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Furioto, into his guard. #REVR#
Storm throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3##SU#
Furioto is working an open guard so Storm takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Furioto moves out of range of the strikes.
Furioto only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm lands a nice hook to Furioto's body. Furioto takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Furioto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Furioto connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Furioto takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Storm wants to slow Furioto down by chopping away at his legs.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Furioto takes one on the button.
Furioto slips a jab from Storm.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Furioto counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A good leg kick by Storm.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm scores with a decent looking hook.
Furioto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Furioto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Furioto moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Furioto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Furioto unleashes a big counter combination but Storm bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Furioto looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Furioto was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
It seemed like Furioto was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Furioto moves away.
It seemed like Furioto was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Furioto. #T1#
Furioto has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Furioto ducks down to avoid it.
Furioto with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Furioto off the cage and back into range.
Furioto will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Furioto.
Furioto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Storm counter with a right hand. #T2#
Furioto takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Furioto avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Furioto slips the punch.
Furioto feints a counter leg kick.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#TD2#
Furioto shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Furioto showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Furioto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Storm doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Furioto. #T3#
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.
Storm is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Furioto throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Storm to regain full guard. #SUB2#
Furioto has gone for a leg lock! Storm slips out almost immediately though and dives into Furioto's guard.#REVR#
Storm trying to control the position from guard on top but Furioto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm had his way with Maximus Furioto in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Furioto shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Furioto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Furioto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Nice body kick there by Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Furioto walks into a left hand.
Furioto checks a leg kick.
Furioto throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Storm scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Furioto was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice shot by Storm.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Furioto gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Furioto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Furioto moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
A low kick lands for Storm. #T2#
Storm throws a body punch but Furioto moves out of range.
Furioto steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Storm.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Furioto is just out of range.
Furioto takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Furioto's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm takes a swing at Furioto's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Furioto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Storm connects with a body shot.
A low kick from Storm is predictable there #CL2#
and Furioto counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Furioto.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Furioto.
Furioto takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Maximus Furioto has been cut.
Furioto can't get the takedown.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Furioto wants to take the fight to the mat but Storm manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Furioto.
Storm misses with a knee strike. #TD2#
Furioto is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Storm can't fight it off and eventually Furioto manages to take the fight to the floor. Storm looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Storm lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Furioto looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Furioto throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Storm is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Storm, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 50:44
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 50:44
Judge William Peck scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm retains his featherweight title!
Lincoln Storm thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Maximus Furioto spoke after the fight, saying 'oohhh!nooooo!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Tosen vs Storm     
Date:   Aug 12, 2023
#R1#
A shot to the body from Tosen misses
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Tosen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Tosen checks a leg kick.
Tosen jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm scores with a jab.
Tosen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tosen misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Nice jab there from Tosen.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tosen is out of range.
Storm walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Tosen tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Tosen closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Tosen jumps guard.
Storm stays in close to Tosen's body and controls the position.
Tosen is trying to keep Storm in close. #T2##SUB#
Tosen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Storm can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Storm controls from within his opponent's guard.
Storm pushing down on Tosen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tosen is trying to maintain the position but Storm is very close to passing his half guard.
Storm looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
Let's hope that Storm has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB#
Tosen looking for submissions off his back.
Tosen is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Tosen looking for submissions off his back.
Tosen wants to sweep but Storm has passed to side control!#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tosen is trying to control Storm's posture but Storm avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tosen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Storm working away.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tosen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm misses with a series of wild punches.
Tosen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Tosen as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen swings widly with a right hand
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tosen.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.#T1#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tosen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tosen scrambles back to his feet.
A low kick from Storm misses
and Tosen counters with a straight right hand.
Storm takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tosen tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC#Storm is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Lincoln Storm's cut even more.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tosen moves away.
Tosen throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tosen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD#
and Storm is countered with a crisp right hand from Tosen that sends him to the canvas! Tosen follows him to the mat into side control.
Storm is still in real trouble! Can Tosen finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm gets back to half guard.
Tosen trying to mount his opponent but Storm defends it.
Storm seems to have recovered his senses.
Storm is concentrating on defense, preventing Tosen from advancing position. #SUB#
Tosen is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tosen trying to control the action but Storm is working from the bottom. #T3#
Storm manages to get to full guard.
Tosen trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tosen looking to pass the guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tosen is working hard here to advance position.
Tosen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Storm keeping moving, preventing Tosen from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tosen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Tosen is just out of range.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tosen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mama Tosen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Tosen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Donk. Storm catches Tosen right on the button with a cross.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tosen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tosen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Tosen.
Storm takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Tosen checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
And Tosen counters with a quick kick to the body but Storm blocks it.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tosen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Storm's sensitive parts.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Tosen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tosen is looking to counter punch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tosen.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm jabs Tosen to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
A left lands for Tosen.
Storm looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tosen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tosen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It looks like Tosen has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Storm moves out of range as Tosen throws a body kick.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab from Storm misses.
And Tosen counters with a quick kick to the body but Storm blocks it.
Storm tries to work over Tosen's front leg with a kick but Tosen checks it.
Tosen darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm slips under a jab from Tosen.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tosen thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Storm throws a leg kick
and Tosen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#The cut above Lincoln Storm's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
Storm defending well as Tosen loads up on a big left hand.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Tosen steps away.
Tosen moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Tosen throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A shot to the body from Tosen misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Tosen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Tosen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
A counter left hand to the body from Tosen misses its target.
Tosen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him. #KD#
Tosen throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Storm tumbling to the canvas!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tosen is stalling in the full guard.
Storm looking for a sweep. Not yet Storm, not yet.
Tosen wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Lincoln Storm just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Tosen looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Tosen throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Tosen's leg but Tosen calmly moves out of range.
And Tosen counters with a quick kick to the body but Storm blocks it.
Storm lands a jab to the head.
A leg kick checked by Tosen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tosen.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Tosen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm misses with a low kick.#T1#
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tosen moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Tosen's knee but Tosen avoids it well.
Storm scores with a nice head shot.
Storm avoids the body shot from Tosen.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Tosen off balance momentarily.
Tosen scores with a hook.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm missing with a left hand there. Tosen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tosen quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Tosen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tosen!
Tosen looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.#T3#
Tosen tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm thumps Tosen with a low kick.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Storm misses with a low kick as Tosen jumps back.
Tosen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm throws a series of punches but Tosen avoids them all with ease.
Tosen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Storm. Storm circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#Lincoln Storm's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Tosen looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
Mama Tosen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Tosen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
It appears Tosen was looking to counter with a kick there.
Tosen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tosen throws a big shot that misses.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm takes one on the button.
Storm throws a body punch but Tosen moves out of range.
Tosen tried to counter with a leg kick but Storm avoided it.
Tosen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tosen throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tosen counters with a stiff right hand.
A swing and a miss from Tosen.
Storm scores with a kick to the midsection.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Tosen misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tosen throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Storm cracks Tosen with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Storm throws a jab when Tosen was well out of range.
Tosen tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
Tosen misses with a hook.
Tosen misses with a left hand
and Storm counters with a leg kick.
A left lands for Storm.
Tosen misses with a body kick.
Tosen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Storm works the jab nicely.#T2#
Tosen throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
The fighters circle momentarily. Storm darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Tosen misses.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Tosen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T3#
Tosen throws a sloppy body shot
and Storm counters with a nice body shot.
Tosen moves out of range of the strikes.
Tosen tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tosen.
Tosen throws a body kick that misses
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tosen lands with a nice body kick. #T4#
The fighters circling - Tosen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Tosen checks it.
Tosen misses with a low kick.
Donk. Tosen catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Storm takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tosen avoids the body shot from Storm.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 47:48
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 47:48
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 47:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm is the new featherweight champion!
A victorious Lincoln Storm thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: SMASH: Obama vs Boomer     
Date:   Jul 22, 2023
#R1##TD#
Merel closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
An elbow from Merel crashes against the mat. #SUB#
Merel working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've been hearing that Merel has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Merel tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Storm wants to control but Merel postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Merel tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Merel has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Merel throwing strikes but Storm manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #T1#
Storm slows the pace down. #SU2#
Storm stands up.
The crowd cheers as Merel lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Merel staying out of range there.
Merel appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Merel looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Merel persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Merel.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Merel.
Merel thuds a left hand into Storm's body.#T2#
Merel ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm 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.
A looping hook to the body misses from Merel. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Merel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm jabs Merel to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Merel throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a nice body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
That kick from Storm tenderised Merel's leg. Merel is trying to keep his angry face on.
Merel throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Merel takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm takes a swing at Merel's ribcage but misses.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Merel's head but Merel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice takedown defense from Storm. No joy for Merel on that attempt.
Merel swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Merel misses the target.
Merel misses with a hook to the body
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Merel saw that one coming.
Merel attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
Storm rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Merel moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A jab from Merel finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Merel scores with a nice head shot.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Merel.
Merel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Merel misses the shot to the body.
Merel checks a leg kick.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Merel thuds a left hand into Storm's body.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Merel counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Merel. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Merel tries to free his leg and advance position but Storm is retaining full guard.
Merel wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving. #SUB#
Merel drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Storm manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Merel has Storm in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Merel escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Storm gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Merel throws his legs up looking for a submission but Storm uses it to pass to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Anthony Merel will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Merel checks a leg kick.
Merel drops down looking for a counter takedown but Storm sprawls and moves away.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Merel.
Merel scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A combination from Merel does no damage.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Merel was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Merel throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Merel changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Merel is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Storm's half guard.
Merel looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Merel sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Storm defending well though.
Merel is keen to just control but Storm is a slippery customer.#T1##SUB#
Merel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Storm has managed to free his arm - good work.
Merel prevents Storm from improving his position.
Merel not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Merel looking for a submission but Storm manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Merel looking to pass the guard.
Storm is adopting a defensive guard.#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.
Merel throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Merel drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Storm manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Merel has Storm in his guard.#REVB#
Storm preventing the sweep. #T3#
Storm is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Merel working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Storm doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Storm manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Storm avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Merel not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Merel working a defensive guard but Storm passes into half guard.
Storm trying to mount his opponent but Merel defends it.
Merel wants to sweep but Storm has passed to side control!
Storm controlling the position.
Merel tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Storm remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Merel is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Storm drops his hands momentarily and Merel takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Merel takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Merel checks a low kick from Storm.
Anthony Merel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Merel was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Merel rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Merel.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Merel is wise to it.
Merel takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Merel throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Merel changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Storm tries to avoid it but Merel manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Storm to the ground. Storm escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Storm throws a low kick but Merel avoids it.
Merel appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Storm misses the jab.
Merel checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but Merel avoids it.
Storm slips under a jab from Merel.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Merel doesn't seem bothered though.
Merel swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Merel throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Merel.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Merel takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Merel has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Merel and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Merel checks a low kick from Storm.
Merel scores with a nice head shot.#T2#
Merel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Merel ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Merel swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Merel shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Storm as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anthony Merel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Merel throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Merel stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Merel lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Merel misses with a hook.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Merel misses with a hook.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Merel moves away.
Merel defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Merel ducks under a wild hook from Storm.#T3#
Storm throws out a leg kick but Merel moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Storm lunges at Merel with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Merel's hand.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Merel ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Merel scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheers as Merel lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Merel misses with a looping right.
Storm swings for the body but Merel moves out of range.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm throws the left hand but Merel avoids the punch easily.
Merel shoots in for a takedown but Storm shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Merel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Merel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Merel stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.#T4#
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Merel off balance momentarily.
Merel avoids the body shot from Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Merel shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Storm takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A leg kick checked by Merel.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Merel misses the body punch
and Storm makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Merel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Storm defends well and Merel ends up having to push Storm into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.#BC#
Merel breaks from the clinch.
Merel lands with a nice body punch.
Storm connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Merel misses with a body shot.
Merel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Storm 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 28:30
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: SMASH: Demonok vs Tosen 2     
Date:   Jun 25, 2023
#R1#
Storm tests Ohchooto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ohchooto is able to avoid easily.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ohchooto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ohchooto defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm throws a body punch but Ohchooto moves out of range.
Ohchooto with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Storm works the jab nicely.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Ohchooto ducks down to avoid it.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ohchooto.
And Ohchooto tries to counter it with a takedown but Storm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Storm swings for the body but Ohchooto moves out of range.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm is looking to wear down Ohchooto with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ohchooto checks it well.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big right from Storm misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm cracks Ohchooto with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Ohchooto takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ohchooto.
Ohchooto has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Storm tests Ohchooto's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Ohchooto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ohchooto avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ohchooto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Storm takes a swing at Ohchooto's ribcage but misses.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ohchooto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm throws a low kick but Ohchooto avoids it.#T3#
Ohchooto tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A jab from Storm misses.
Storm takes a swing at Ohchooto's ribcage but misses.
And Ohchooto tries to counter it with a takedown but Storm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Good work by Ohchooto as he checks the leg kick.
Ohchooto defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Ohchooto with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Ohchooto's knee but Ohchooto avoids it well.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Ohchooto moves his leg out of the way.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Ohchooto feints the counter takedown.
Storm fails to land with a series of punches.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Ohchooto with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ohchooto drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Storm defends it well.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ohchooto crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Storm - the referee stops the clock and Ohchooto gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Storm. Ohchooto manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm dips to his left and cracks Ohchooto with an uppercut!
Some bone on bone action there as Ohchooto checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ohchooto with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ohchooto manages to avoid it.
Ohchooto checks the leg kick.
Ohchooto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ohchooto blocks a leg kick.
Moses Ohchooto is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm thuds a left hand into Ohchooto's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Ohchooto is just out of range.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ohchooto. #T1#
Ohchooto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
Ohchooto walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Ohchooto takes one on the button.
Ohchooto avoids the body shot from Storm.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Storm throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And Ohchooto tries to counter it with a takedown but Storm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Ohchooto avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ohchooto.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Ohchooto is just out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Ohchooto drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Storm defends it well.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Ohchooto moves away and avoids it.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Ohchooto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ohchooto takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T3#
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Ohchooto manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm throws a leg kick but Ohchooto checks it.
Ohchooto feints the counter takedown.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ohchooto with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ohchooto can do to turn this around?
Ohchooto checks a leg kick.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Storm misses with a hook.#T4#
Storm misses with a hook.
Ohchooto keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ohchooto takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ohchooto checks a leg kick nicely.
Ohchooto gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm tries to work over Ohchooto's front leg with a kick but Ohchooto checks it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Ohchooto might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Storm has got the better of the exchanges.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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#
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm misses with a hook.
Ohchooto takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ohchooto is trying desperately to land a takedown but Storm is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Ohchooto.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ohchooto.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ohchooto takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T1#
Storm lands with a straight right. Ohchooto didn't see that one coming.
Ohchooto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ohchooto circles away from the clinch attempt.
And Ohchooto tries to counter it with a takedown but Storm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ohchooto on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ohchooto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Ohchooto moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Storm throws a low kick but Ohchooto avoids it.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ohchooto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Ohchooto feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Ohchooto is out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ohchooto.
Ohchooto feints the counter takedown.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Ohchooto checks it.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ohchooto moves away.
Ohchooto drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Storm defends it well.
Ohchooto moves away from the strike by Storm.
And Ohchooto tries to counter it with a takedown but Storm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A punch lands to the side of Ohchooto 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Ohchooto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Ohchooto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Storm connects with a crisp jab.
Storm swings for the body but Ohchooto moves out of range.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Storm throws a hook but Ohchooto avoids it easily.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ohchooto moves away.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Ohchooto takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but Ohchooto avoids it.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh. #T4#
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Ohchooto is out of range.
And Ohchooto tries to counter it with a takedown but Storm pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Storm throws a shot to the body.
Ohchooto moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm jabs Ohchooto to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Storm throws a leg kick but Ohchooto sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ohchooto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Ohchooto's ribs.
Storm throws a sloppy head kick and Ohchooto moves out of range easily.
Ohchooto drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Storm defends it well.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Ohchooto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ohchooto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:24
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:24
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: OFK 299 - Chambers Vs Cooper     
Date:   May 20, 2023
#R1#
Storm lands a nice hook to Toal's body. Toal takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Toal shoots in.
Toal uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Toal throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
That kick from Toal tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Toal gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from Toal.
Storm fires out a quick counter leg kick but Toal just manages to avoid it.
Toal throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm 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.
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Toal under the eye.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Toal's belly button to the back.
Storm punishes Toal's body with a nice straight punch.
Toal takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Toal has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Toal throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Storm scores with a shot 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!
Toal walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Toal tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Toal looks winded!
Jab by Storm.#ROC#Toal is rocked!
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Toal is still on wobbly legs! Can Storm finish him?
Toal throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a crisp right that sends Toal to the canvas! Storm follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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.
Keir Toal spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be better!'.

 

Event: OFK 296 - Marek Vs Do Urden     
Date:   May 07, 2023

Keir Toal really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 148.1, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Lincoln Storm was cancelled.

 

Event: OFK 287 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm     
Date:   Apr 08, 2023
#R1#
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook to the body
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Storm scores with a spinning back kick!
Vaiduoklis lands with a good body shot.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Vaiduoklis counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Vaiduoklis with the inside leg kick.
Storm explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Vaiduoklis misses the target.
Vaiduoklis misses with a left hand
and Vaiduoklis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vaiduoklis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Vaiduoklis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium in the buildup to the fight.
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Storm tries to move into range but Vaiduoklis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vaiduoklis cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Storm throws a hook but Vaiduoklis blocks it.
It looked like Vaiduoklis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Storm.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Vaiduoklis misses with a right hand
and Storm makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vaiduoklis tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
Vaiduoklis avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm slips a jab from Vaiduoklis.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vaiduoklis.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Vaiduoklis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Vaiduoklis looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Vaiduoklis's head but Vaiduoklis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice shot by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm 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.
Vaiduoklis misses the shot to the body.
Vaiduoklis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.#T2#
Vaiduoklis connects with a solid leg kick.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Vaiduoklis slips the punch.
Vaiduoklis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Storm stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vaiduoklis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis blocks a head kick by Storm.
Storm throws a jab when Vaiduoklis was well out of range.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot.
Storm walks into a jab.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm is looking to chop away at Vaiduoklis's legs.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Vaiduoklis misses with a straight left.
Vaiduoklis throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well. #T3#
Vaiduoklis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Vaiduoklis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
Vaiduoklis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm 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.
Storm cracks Vaiduoklis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vaiduoklis checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vaiduoklis moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Vaiduoklis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vaiduoklis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Vaiduoklis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vaiduoklis was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Vaiduoklis is looking to counter the offense by Storm and move into the clinch.#T4#
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Vaiduoklis fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the cage.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Vaiduoklis.
Storm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vaiduoklis or not.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Stalling in the clinch from Vaiduoklis.
Storm blocks a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm tries to work over Vaiduoklis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vaiduoklis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Vaiduoklis lands a body shot.
Storm tries to work over Vaiduoklis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short uppercut from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
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 Juodasis Vaiduoklis will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vaiduoklis's sensitive parts.
Vaiduoklis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm defending well as Vaiduoklis loads up on a big left hand.
Storm only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Storm slips a straight right by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Storm in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Storm is looking to chop away at Vaiduoklis's legs.
Storm 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.
Storm swings for the body but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vaiduoklis.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Vaiduoklis counters with a nice body kick.
Sloppy strikes from Vaiduoklis. Those never looked like landing.
Vaiduoklis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Storm swings for the body but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Vaiduoklis misses its target.
Vaiduoklis scores with a sloppy right hand. Storm should have avoided that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm lands a nice hook to Vaiduoklis's body. Vaiduoklis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Nice shot by Vaiduoklis.#T1#
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vaiduoklis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Vaiduoklis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vaiduoklis cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Storm jabs at Vaiduoklis's body.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Vaiduoklis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Vaiduoklis's ribs.
Vaiduoklis throws a nice inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Vaiduoklis misses its intended target.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis staying out of range there.
A left lands for Storm.
Vaiduoklis wants to clinch.#T2#
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis misses the jab.
Storm throws out a counter right but Vaiduoklis avoids it with no problem.
A solid leg kick lands there for Vaiduoklis.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vaiduoklis misses with a straight left.
Storm wants to slow Vaiduoklis down by chopping away at his legs.
A counter left hand to the body from Vaiduoklis misses its target.
Vaiduoklis is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Vaiduoklis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook.
Vaiduoklis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vaiduoklis. #CL#
Vaiduoklis closes the distance and pushes Storm back into the cage.#T3#
Storm is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vaiduoklis is defending well for now.
Vaiduoklis scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vaiduoklis backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Vaiduoklis presses Storm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vaiduoklis blocks an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm scores with a shoulder strike.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vaiduoklis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Vaiduoklis blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Vaiduoklis on the inside.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vaiduoklis.
A short right from Vaiduoklis. #BC#
Vaiduoklis manages to break the clinch.
Vaiduoklis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm throws a right and a left that Vaiduoklis avoids nicely.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big left from Vaiduoklis misses.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vaiduoklis throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Vaiduoklis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Vaiduoklis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Vaiduoklis connects with a body shot that sends Storm's belly button to the back.
Storm takes a swing at Vaiduoklis's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vaiduoklis throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and Vaiduoklis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Vaiduoklis moves his leg out of the way.
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 Juodasis Vaiduoklis will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Vaiduoklis throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Vaiduoklis saw that one coming.
It looked like Vaiduoklis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Storm.
Storm slips a jab from Vaiduoklis.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Vaiduoklis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vaiduoklis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Vaiduoklis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Vaiduoklis checks it.
Storm slips a straight right by Vaiduoklis.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vaiduoklis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Vaiduoklis throws a good cross that connects.
Storm moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vaiduoklis manages to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis throws out a powerful jab.
Vaiduoklis throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Nice shot lands for Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm with a nice cross.
Vaiduoklis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Vaiduoklis throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Vaiduoklis misses the target.
A punch combination from Storm misses.
Vaiduoklis just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vaiduoklis is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Storm misses the body punch
and Vaiduoklis counters with a low kick, right behind Storm 's knee.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vaiduoklis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Vaiduoklis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Vaiduoklis gets a clinch.
Vaiduoklis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Vaiduoklis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vaiduoklis.
Storm lands a right hand.
Vaiduoklis can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm throws an elbow but it misses.
Vaiduoklis scores with a hook to the body.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Vaiduoklis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis misses with some punches.
Vaiduoklis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vaiduoklis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vaiduoklis backwards. #T3#
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Vaiduoklis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis lands with a right to the head.
Vaiduoklis is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vaiduoklis backwards.
Storm misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Storm breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd cheers as Vaiduoklis lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Vaiduoklis slips under a jab.
A clash of legs there as Storm blocks the low kick.
Storm throws a leg kick but Vaiduoklis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vaiduoklis.
Storm scores with a hook.
Vaiduoklis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vaiduoklis misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Vaiduoklis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm avoids the body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vaiduoklis throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vaiduoklis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Vaiduoklis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vaiduoklis, as that shot connected.
A head kick misses from Vaiduoklis.
A low kick from Storm misses
and Vaiduoklis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm throws a leg kick but Vaiduoklis moved away.
Vaiduoklis scores with a nice strike.
Storm checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Lincoln Storm just about did enough to take it.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Storm on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Vaiduoklis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Storm avoids it.
Storm slips under a jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Vaiduoklis blocks the leg kick. #CL#
Vaiduoklis clinches up with Storm and pushes him back against the cage.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Storm.
Storm lands a hook that snaps the head of Vaiduoklis backwards.
Vaiduoklis misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Vaiduoklis swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm blocks a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
A shot in the inside from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis is trying to maintain a safe position but Storm gets an underhook and turns Vaiduoklis into the cage.#T1#
Storm is working Vaiduoklis over against the cage.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch to the body.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vaiduoklis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Vaiduoklis tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Vaiduoklis back against the cage.
Vaiduoklis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
Vaiduoklis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vaiduoklis throws a head punch that misses.
Vaiduoklis stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Storm tries a body shot but Vaiduoklis blocks it.
Storm gets through Vaiduoklis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Vaiduoklis is blocking nicely.
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
A hook to the body from Vaiduoklis. #T2#
Vaiduoklis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Vaiduoklis scores with a hook to the body.
Storm is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
Vaiduoklis lands a right hand.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Vaiduoklis controls his hands.
A body shot lands from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands with a short shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis taking a breather.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vaiduoklis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice uppercut.
Vaiduoklis lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Vaiduoklis. #T3#
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
A right handed body shot lands from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Vaiduoklis blocks an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
Vaiduoklis works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
A short right from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis prevents a body shot from Storm.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body punch.
Vaiduoklis scores with a shoulder strike.
Vaiduoklis is stalling here.
Storm lands a good knee to the midsection. Vaiduoklis won't want to take too many of those.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body punch. #T4#
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vaiduoklis backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vaiduoklis has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
A nice left hand lands by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Storm takes a shot to the head.
Vaiduoklis tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Vaiduoklis back against the cage.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm missing with knees to the body.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch to the body.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Vaiduoklis scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Vaiduoklis lands a right hand.
Vaiduoklis lands with a left to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juodasis Vaiduoklis had his way with Lincoln Storm in that round.
That's time! Vaiduoklis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5##CL#
Vaiduoklis drives through and clinches with Storm against the cage.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Vaiduoklis can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm blocks a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Vaiduoklis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vaiduoklis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vaiduoklis.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Vaiduoklis lands with a short shot to the head.
Storm misses with some punches.
Vaiduoklis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short uppercut from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis scores with a hook to the body.
A short body shot lands from Vaiduoklis as the two fighters clinch.
Vaiduoklis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vaiduoklis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vaiduoklis lands an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Vaiduoklis is working Storm over against the cage.
Vaiduoklis works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short body shot lands from Vaiduoklis as the two fighters clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vaiduoklis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vaiduoklis scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vaiduoklis scores with a hook to the body.
Still in the clinch, Vaiduoklis scores with a nice short uppercut.
A body shot lands from Vaiduoklis.
A short uppercut from Vaiduoklis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not. #T2#
Vaiduoklis lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
Vaiduoklis lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vaiduoklis working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice uppercut.
Vaiduoklis lands a body shot.
A shot in the inside from Vaiduoklis.
A right hand to the body from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Vaiduoklis.
A short right from Vaiduoklis.
Good body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis scores with a hook to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vaiduoklis.
A right hand to the body from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands a shoulder strike.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vaiduoklis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Storm takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Storm is rocked!
Vaiduoklis lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm is still on wobbly legs! Can Vaiduoklis finish him?
Vaiduoklis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vaiduoklis's elbow.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Vaiduoklis controls his hands.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Storm seems to have recovered his senses.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm working aggressively here.
A short right from Vaiduoklis on the inside.
Vaiduoklis lands with a right to the head.
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Vaiduoklis is blocking nicely.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vaiduoklis tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Vaiduoklis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vaiduoklis scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Vaiduoklis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vaiduoklis has Storm pressed against the cage, preventing Storm from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vaiduoklis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
Vaiduoklis works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Still in the clinch, Vaiduoklis scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Vaiduoklis blocks it with crossed arms.
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Vaiduoklis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vaiduoklis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vaiduoklis avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Vaiduoklis misses with some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juodasis Vaiduoklis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vaiduoklis 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 49:46
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 49:48
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 49:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juodasis Vaiduoklis!

Juodasis Vaiduoklis retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Juodasis Vaiduoklis 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: OFK 281 -Byczkiewicz Vs Gunner     
Date:   Mar 18, 2023
#R1#
Gay G throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
J Gay G seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gay G.
Gay G bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A slow jab from Gay G misses its intended target.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gay G looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gay G looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gay G throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gay G. Gay G obviously looking to wear him down.
Gay G misses with a straight left.
Gay G misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Gay G throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm stuns Gay G with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gay G fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T1#
Gay G tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Gay G.
A punch lands to the side of Gay G 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gay G tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Gay G.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Gay G throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Storm half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gay G throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm slips a jab from Gay G.
Gay G throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gay G throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Gay G shoots in and drives through. Storm sprawls well.
Gay G misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Gay G moved out of range.
Gay G keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Gay G has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Storm connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gay G throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gay G. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Storm throws a low kick but Gay G moves out of range easily.
Gay G scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Gay G tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Gay G uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gay G takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gay G throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm tests Gay G's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm fails to land with a series of punches.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Gay G wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm takes a swing at Gay G's ribcage but misses.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A punch lands to the side of Gay G 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gay G throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Gay G looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Gay G is out of range.
Gay G tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gay G misses with an uppercut.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Gay G's belly button to the back.
Storm moves out of range as Gay G strikes.
Gay G on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gay G throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Gay G only half commits.
Storm moves away from the strike by Gay G.
Gay G misses with a straight right.
Gay G throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gay G fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gay G swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gay G connects with a looping right hand.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Gay G is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Storm throws a body punch but Gay G moves out of range. #T4#
Gay G misses with a hook.
Storm blocks a jab.
Gay G misses with a straight right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gay G moves away.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gay G moves away.
Storm moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jab from Gay G.
Gay G thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gay G connects with a nice looking jab.
Gay G blocks the body kick.
Gay G scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gay G throws a good cross that connects.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Gay G.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gay G.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gay G lands with a shot to the body.
Gay G on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gay G scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Gay G is trying hard to land a takedown here. Storm sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of J Gay G.
Gay G takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show 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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Gay G shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Gay G fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Gay G misses the shot to the body.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Gay G scores with a sloppy right hand. Storm should have avoided that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm is looking to wear down Gay G with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gay G 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.
Storm blocks a jab.
Gay G throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gay G's sensitive parts.
Gay G lands a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Donk. Gay G catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gay G.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses Gay G's front leg but catches the back leg as Gay G tries to avoid it.
Storm misses with a straight right. #T1#
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Storm scores with a nice right hand.
Gay G uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Gay G should have avoided that one.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gay G tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gay G on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Gay G connects with a body shot.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Gay G throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gay G's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gay G moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gay G uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Gay G tries to close the distance and clinch but Storm swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
Gay G misses with a hook.
Storm slips under a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh. #T2#
Gay G misses with a wild body shot.
Storm fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gay G just manages to avoid it.
Gay G misses the shot to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
Gay G tries to clinch up.
Gay G throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gay G throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm throws a leg kick but Gay G sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A big right from Gay G misses.
Gay G fails with the takedown
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Gay G misses the shot to the body.
Gay G misses with a jab to the body
and Storm counters with a good low kick that Gay G was not able to check.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Gay G's knee but Gay G avoids it well.
Gay G throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Gay G throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Gay G misses with a hook.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gay G manages to avoid it.#T3#
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gay G.
Gay G has a takedown stuffed.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of J Gay G.
Gay G fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gay G works Storm's body with a nice hook.
Gay G doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gay G.
Gay G throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gay G scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gay G throws a right hand that misses
and Gay G takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm digs a good body shot into Gay G's ribs.
A telegraphed right hand from Gay G misses the target.
A counter left hand to the body from Storm misses its target.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gay G manages to avoid it.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gay G throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gay G misses with a hook.#T4#
Storm throws a leg kick but Gay G sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gay G was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gay G moves away.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Gay G throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Gay G misses with a straight right.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Jab by Gay G.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gay G moves away.
Storm swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gay G.
Gay G takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm tries a low kick but Gay G avoids it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gay G checks a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gay G avoids the body shot from Storm.
Donk. Storm catches Gay G right on the button with a cross.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm takes a swing at Gay G's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm scores with a head kick.
Gay G throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gay G swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Gay G takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gay G throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Storm misses its target.
Gay G looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Gay G is out of range.
Gay G connects with a leg kick.
Storm avoids the body shot from Gay G.
Storm connects with a crisp jab.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gay G misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Gay G throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Gay G throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gay G misses with a looping right.#T1#
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gay G.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Storm lands a nice hook to Gay G's body. Gay G takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gay G checks the leg kick nicely there.
Gay G uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Storm there as he acknowledges the shot.
A right-left combo lands from Storm.
Gay G takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A slow jab from Gay G misses its intended target.
Storm jabs at Gay G's body.
Storm slips under a jab.
Gay G takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm keeps the fight on the outside.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gay G misses with a jab to the body
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Gay G tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gay G throws out the jab.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.
Gay G misses with a looping right.#T2#
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gay G.
Gay G misses with a body shot.
Gay G on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Gay G misses.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Gay G should have avoided that one.
Gay G stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Gay G throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Gay G has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Storm thumps Gay G with a low kick.
Gay G throws a body shot but no joy.
Gay G takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gay G throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Gay G's knee momentarily.
Storm avoids the body shot from Gay G.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Gay G might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Storm has got the better of the exchanges.#T3#
Gay G throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
A big left from Gay G misses.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gay G can do to turn this around?
Gay G misses the shot to the body.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
Gay G throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Gay G takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gay G throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm throws a low kick but Gay G avoids it.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gay G.
Storm tried to counter with a leg kick but Gay G avoided it.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Gay G moves his leg out of the way.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gay G checks it well.
Gay G looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Gay G on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm scores with the left hand. Gay G knows he should have avoided that one.
Gay G misses with a wild body shot.
Gay G cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Gay G looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Gay G loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Gay G.
Gay G takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm moves away from the strike by Gay G.
Gay G takes one to the chin there.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm lands with a nice combination. Gay G backs away looking to recover.
Storm lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC#Gay G is rocked!
Gay G takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gay G is still on wobbly legs! Can Storm finish him?
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gay G.
A quick step to the side and Storm tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Gay G 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gay G takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gay G takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
J Gay G has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Gay G gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Storm gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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: OFK 275 - Probert Vs Storm     
Date:   Feb 25, 2023
#R1#
Probert lands a lovely overhand right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Probert does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Probert throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Probert blocks the low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Probert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bob Probert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Probert manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Probert blocks the leg kick.
Probert thows a left - swing and a miss!
Probert avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm lands with a shot to the body.
Probert scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Probert.
Storm misses with a series of wild punches.
Probert on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Probert does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Probert rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Probert shoots in but Storm avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Storm on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Storm scores with a jab.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Probert saw that one coming.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Probert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Probert lands a body shot.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Probert paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Probert looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Probert throws a sloppy body shot
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Probert throws a right hand that misses
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Probert throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Probert moved out of range nicely.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Probert or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad. #T2#
Storm avoids the head kick by Probert.
Probert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick but Probert sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Probert throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm drops his hands momentarily and Probert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Probert works the jab nicely.
Donk. Probert catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Probert scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
Probert on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
It looks like Probert has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#CL#
Probert closes the distance and clinches.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Probert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Probert lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Probert.
Probert lands a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Probert lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm connects with a nasty looking knee right to Probert's face. #CUT2#It looks like Bob Probert has been cut.#T3#
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Probert content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Probert - that landed with a thud.
Storm creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Storm lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Probert breaks the clinch.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Probert was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Storm slips a straight right by Probert.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Probert lands with an uppercut that bounces Storm off the cage and back into range.
Probert thuds a left hand into Storm's body.
Probert throws a leg kick
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Probert moves out of range of the strikes.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No luck for Probert with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Probert. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Probert throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Probert takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Probert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Probert takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T4#
Storm tries to work over Probert's front leg with a kick but Probert checks it.
Probert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Probert tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Storm defends well and Probert ends up having to push Storm into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Probert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Probert is blocking nicely.
Probert tries to stall but Storm uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Probert misses with the head strike.
Storm pushes Probert back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
Storm breaks the clinch.
Storm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#CL#
Probert has Storm up against the cage in a clinch.
Probert misses with the head strike.
Probert is looking to control Storm's arms but Storm gets an underhook and turns him. Now Probert has his back to the cage.
Storm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Probert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with the head strike.
A shot in the inside from Probert.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bob Probert's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Probert shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Probert takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Probert connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Storm's hands.
Storm moves out of range as Probert strikes.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Probert was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm blocks a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm throws a series of punches but Probert avoids them all with ease.
Probert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm digs a good hook to Probert's body. #CL#
Probert clinches with his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Probert misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Probert is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A nice left hand lands by Probert.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land. #T1#
Probert pressing his opponent against the cage.
Probert misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Lincoln Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A right handed body shot lands from Probert. #BC#
Probert breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Storm misses with a hook. Probert ducked under it nicely.
Probert scores with a leg kick.
Probert loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Storm 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.
Probert throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Probert throws out the jab.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Probert checks it well.
Probert tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Probert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Probert.
A cross from Probert lands.
Decent striking displayed by Probert there.
Storm is looking to chop away at Probert's legs. #T2#
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Probert thows a leg kick but Storm checks it
and Storm counters with a good low kick that Probert was not able to check.
Probert looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
A big left from Probert misses.
Probert lands a really nice looking cross but Storm seems unphased.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Probert half committed to a counter leg kick.
A jab from Probert finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Probert is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Probert throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A cross from Probert lands.
Probert takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Probert throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Probert has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Probert.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Probert.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Probert has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Storm lands a jab to Probert's midsection.
Storm digs a good body shot into Probert's ribs.
Storm swings for the body but Probert moves out of range.
Storm stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Probert.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Probert looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Probert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Probert avoids the body shot from Storm.
A punch lands to the side of Probert 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A big left from Storm misses.
Probert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Probert tries to clinch up.
Probert scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jab from Probert.
A looping hook to the body misses from Probert. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Probert steps away.
Storm throws a low kick but Probert avoids it.
Probert fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Probert. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Probert pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm scores with a leg kick. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Probert avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A shot to the body from Probert misses
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Probert throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A solid body kick from Storm.
Probert tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm scores with a hook.
Storm throws a body punch but Probert moves out of range.
Probert misses with a right hand
and Storm makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Probert stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Probert is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#CL#
Probert clinches.
Probert blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Probert tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Probert looking to stall.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Storm obliges.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bob Probert's cut.
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#
Probert is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Probert. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm slips under a jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Probert or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad.
Probert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Probert just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Probert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Probert doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Probert. That's going to slow Storm down.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Probert tries a head kick but it misses.
Probert lands a body shot.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T1#
Probert scores with a nice body kick.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Probert throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Probert moves away and avoids it.
Probert checks a leg kick nicely.
Probert doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Probert doesn't manage to clinch there - Storm circles away.
Probert moves out of range as Storm strikes.#CL#
Probert moves into the clinch.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Probert.
Probert works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Probert misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Probert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Probert lands a nice uppercut.
Probert misses with the head strike. #T2#
Probert managing to block the knees to the body from Storm.
Probert stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Probert lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from Storm.
Probert misses with a punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Probert.
Storm landing knees to the head.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Storm presses Probert against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Probert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Probert lands a shoulder strike.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Probert controls his hands.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Probert can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage. #T3#
Probert misses with a hook to the ribs.
Probert misses with a hook from the clinch.
Probert lands a right hand.
A short right from Probert.
Probert tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Probert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm trying to land knees to the body.
Probert scores with a shoulder strike.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
Probert lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short body shot lands from Probert as the two fighters clinch.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
Probert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Probert misses with a body punch.
Probert pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm blocks a body shot from Probert.
Probert throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Probert stalling in the clinch but Storm improves position. #T4#
Probert misses with a short punch on the inside.
Probert struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Probert's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Probert content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm tries to land knees in the clinch but Probert avoids the damage to the body.
Probert prevents a body shot from Storm.
Probert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Probert lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Probert pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Probert.
Probert lands a body shot.
Bob Probert has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Probert lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Probert swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Probert can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.

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 Bob Probert.
I think Storm 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: OFK 269 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm     
Date:   Feb 04, 2023
#R1#
Vaiduoklis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vaiduoklis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Storm 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.
Vaiduoklis scores with the left hand. Storm knows he should have avoided that one.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
A head kick misses from Vaiduoklis.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Vaiduoklis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Storm.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vaiduoklis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
We've been told by Vaiduoklis's head coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Storm scores with a nice right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Vaiduoklis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Vaiduoklis misses the target.
Vaiduoklis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a good cross that connects.
A combination from Vaiduoklis does no damage.
Storm scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Storm scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Vaiduoklis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
Storm throws a leg kick but Vaiduoklis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like Vaiduoklis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Vaiduoklis misses the target.
Vaiduoklis just misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis wants to clinch.
Vaiduoklis takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Vaiduoklis takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Vaiduoklis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm lands with a cross. #CL#
Vaiduoklis moves into the clinch.
Storm pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Vaiduoklis tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Vaiduoklis back against the cage.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Vaiduoklis avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Storm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vaiduoklis or not.
Storm misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Vaiduoklis scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vaiduoklis can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Vaiduoklis controls the action.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
A short uppercut from Vaiduoklis.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm landing knees to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Juodasis Vaiduoklis has been cut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vaiduoklis.
A left hand lands to the body for Storm.
Vaiduoklis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis blocking some punches.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vaiduoklis has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vaiduoklis. #T3#
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vaiduoklis tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Vaiduoklis has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vaiduoklis.
Storm scores with a shoulder strike.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis lands a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Vaiduoklis. #BC2#
Storm's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vaiduoklis ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm punishes Vaiduoklis's body with a nice straight punch.
Vaiduoklis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
A low kick lands for Storm.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Vaiduoklis moves in looking to clinch but Storm pushes him off.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Vaiduoklis doesn't manage to clinch there - Storm circles away.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Storm clinches up with Vaiduoklis and pushes him back against the cage.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vaiduoklis blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Vaiduoklis avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vaiduoklis.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Vaiduoklis manages to break the clinch.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Vaiduoklis lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Storm checks the leg kick.
Vaiduoklis swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Vaiduoklis is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Storm.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Juodasis Vaiduoklis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vaiduoklis scores with a punch to the head.
Vaiduoklis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Vaiduoklis connects with a nice looking jab.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vaiduoklis's sensitive parts.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Vaiduoklis misses the jab.
Storm takes a swing at Vaiduoklis's ribcage but misses.
Storm takes one to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm swings for the body but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vaiduoklis doesn't seem bothered though.
Vaiduoklis cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Vaiduoklis just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Vaiduoklis missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vaiduoklis misses with a straight right.
Vaiduoklis misses with a head kick.
Vaiduoklis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Vaiduoklis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vaiduoklis is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
A head kick misses from Vaiduoklis.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Vaiduoklis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Vaiduoklis fails in his attempt to clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Storm in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Vaiduoklis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Storm misses with a leg kick
and Vaiduoklis counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Vaiduoklis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Storm tries to work over Vaiduoklis's front leg with a kick but Vaiduoklis checks it.
Vaiduoklis walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Vaiduoklis ducks right into an uppercut from Storm. #T2#
Vaiduoklis moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Vaiduoklis takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Vaiduoklis.
Storm avoids the body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Vaiduoklis checks it well.
Storm looks for the body kick but Vaiduoklis saw that one coming.
Vaiduoklis throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Nice jab there from Vaiduoklis.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Vaiduoklis punishes Storm's body with a nice straight punch.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Vaiduoklis tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Vaiduoklis moves away from the strike by Storm. #T3#
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vaiduoklis moves away.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Vaiduoklis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vaiduoklis stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vaiduoklis throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Vaiduoklis misses with a wild body shot.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Storm drops his hands momentarily and Vaiduoklis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Vaiduoklis takes the fight into the clinch.
Storm pushes Vaiduoklis back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Storm digs a right hand into Vaiduoklis's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vaiduoklis's gas tank.
Vaiduoklis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Vaiduoklis controls his hands.
Vaiduoklis can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knees in the clinch landing for Storm. #T4#
Vaiduoklis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vaiduoklis tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm trying to stall but Vaiduoklis improves his position.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Storm missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Vaiduoklis tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm takes a shot to the head.
Vaiduoklis tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Vaiduoklis lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vaiduoklis wants to break the clinch but can't.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vaiduoklis misses with a body punch.
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 Juodasis Vaiduoklis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Juodasis Vaiduoklis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3##CL2#
Storm clinches up against the cage.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vaiduoklis.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vaiduoklis backwards.
A short left from Storm.
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Vaiduoklis lands a body punch.
Storm blocking some punches.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vaiduoklis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vaiduoklis.
A short right from Vaiduoklis on the inside.
Vaiduoklis tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Vaiduoklis back against the cage.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Vaiduoklis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Vaiduoklis - that landed with a thud.
Storm blocks an uppercut. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vaiduoklis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vaiduoklis lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vaiduoklis.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Vaiduoklis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
Vaiduoklis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands a body shot.
Vaiduoklis works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Vaiduoklis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm tries to work over Vaiduoklis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vaiduoklis gets through Storm's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vaiduoklis can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Still in the clinch, Vaiduoklis scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vaiduoklis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vaiduoklis lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm tries to work over Vaiduoklis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vaiduoklis just leaning against Storm, taking a breather.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vaiduoklis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Vaiduoklis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vaiduoklis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
Storm misses with some punches.
Vaiduoklis lands with a left to the head.
Vaiduoklis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Good body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Juodasis Vaiduoklis has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Storm looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Vaiduoklis on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Storm takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vaiduoklis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vaiduoklis.
Still in the clinch, Vaiduoklis scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Storm blocks a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis is working Storm over against the cage.
A hook to the body from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm prevents a body shot from Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vaiduoklis working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vaiduoklis scores with a hook to the body.
A shot in the inside from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vaiduoklis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Vaiduoklis lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vaiduoklis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vaiduoklis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Vaiduoklis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vaiduoklis lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC#Storm is rocked!
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm is still on wobbly legs! Can Vaiduoklis finish him?
Vaiduoklis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Storm blocking some punches.
Vaiduoklis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A short right from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Storm seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vaiduoklis lands a body punch.
Vaiduoklis pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vaiduoklis struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Vaiduoklis digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Vaiduoklis breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juodasis Vaiduoklis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Juodasis Vaiduoklis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vaiduoklis. Vaiduoklis obviously looking to wear him down.
Vaiduoklis dodges the punch combination from Storm.
Vaiduoklis tries to clinch up.
Vaiduoklis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vaiduoklis walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Vaiduoklis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Storm slips a jab from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm motions for Vaiduoklis to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A clash of legs there as Storm blocks the low kick.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Vaiduoklis moves away and avoids it.
That kick from Storm tenderised Vaiduoklis's leg. Vaiduoklis is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm swings for the body but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Vaiduoklis does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Vaiduoklis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Storm scores with the left hand. Vaiduoklis knows he should have avoided that one.
Vaiduoklis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Storm manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vaiduoklis walks into a left hand.
Storm lands a nice hook to Vaiduoklis's body. Vaiduoklis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vaiduoklis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Vaiduoklis throws a big shot that misses.
Vaiduoklis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Vaiduoklis misses with a wild body shot.
Vaiduoklis changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vaiduoklis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A jab from Vaiduoklis misses. #T2#
Vaiduoklis misses with a wild body shot.
Storm jabs Vaiduoklis to the body, keeping him 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!
A chopping leg kick lands by Vaiduoklis.
Storm is looking to slow Vaiduoklis down with leg kicks.
Storm throws a body punch but Vaiduoklis moves out of range.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Vaiduoklis misses its intended target.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
A low kick lands for Vaiduoklis.
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vaiduoklis.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Vaiduoklis throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw.#T3#
Vaiduoklis misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with a leg kick
and Vaiduoklis counters with a stiff right hand.
Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vaiduoklis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vaiduoklis. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
That kick from Vaiduoklis tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Some wild striking there from Storm.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Storm digs a good hook to Vaiduoklis's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vaiduoklis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vaiduoklis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm defending well as Vaiduoklis loads up on a big left hand.
Storm feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vaiduokliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vaiduoklis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Vaiduoklis motions for Storm to come forward. Vaiduoklis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A clash of legs there as Vaiduoklis blocks the low kick.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vaiduoklis at a distance.
Vaiduoklis feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
Vaiduoklis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis slips a jab from Storm.
Vaiduoklis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vaiduoklis moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Storm lunges at Vaiduoklis with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vaiduoklis's hand.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Juodasis Vaiduoklis's cut.
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!#R5#
Vaiduoklis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
Storm avoids the head kick by Vaiduoklis.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Vaiduoklis scores with a jab to the body.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Vaiduoklis moved out of range nicely.
Storm stuns Vaiduoklis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vaiduoklis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vaiduoklis on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Vaiduoklis moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vaiduoklis.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vaiduoklis moves away.
Vaiduoklis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm is looking to slow Vaiduoklis down with leg kicks. #T1#
Storm throws a hook but Vaiduoklis avoids it easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vaiduoklis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm takes one to the side of the head.
Vaiduoklis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vaiduoklis thumps Storm with a low kick.#CL#
Vaiduoklis fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the cage.
Vaiduoklis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vaiduoklis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vaiduoklis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Vaiduoklis doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Vaiduoklis lands a body shot.
Vaiduoklis lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Vaiduoklis blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vaiduoklis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vaiduoklis misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Vaiduoklis.
Vaiduoklis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Storm breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vaiduoklis connects with a body shot.
Vaiduoklis punishes Storm's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Nice defenses there by Vaiduoklis.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm scores with a nice right hand.
A swing and a miss from Vaiduoklis.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vaiduoklis checks a leg kick. #T3#
Vaiduoklis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vaiduoklis gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Vaiduoklis moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Vaiduoklis does a little dance to reset his feet.
A good leg kick by Vaiduoklis.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vaiduoklis doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm throws a leg kick but Vaiduoklis moved away.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A low kick from Storm misses
and Vaiduoklis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Storm's knee momentarily.
Storm throws a leg kick but Vaiduoklis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm wants to slow Vaiduoklis down by chopping away at his legs.
Vaiduoklis throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Vaiduoklis swings away with a body shot that misses
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Vaiduoklis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm lands with a good body shot.#T4#
Storm tests Vaiduoklis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vaiduoklis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Storm's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vaiduoklis moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Good standup being displayed there by Storm as he connects with a hook.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Vaiduoklis throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Vaiduoklis tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Vaiduoklis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vaiduoklis counters with a stiff right hand.
A good leg kick by Vaiduoklis.
Storm throws a hook but Vaiduoklis avoids it easily.
Vaiduoklis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vaiduoklis throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well.
Vaiduoklis throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vaiduoklis.

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 Juodasis Vaiduoklis.
I think Vaiduoklis 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 49:46
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 47:49
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Juodasis Vaiduoklis!

Juodasis Vaiduoklis retains his featherweight title!
An intense looking Juodasis Vaiduoklis took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Thank you, thank you. Wait, why is he crying? Why is Lincoln still here? Get that piece of shit out of my cage. Odense belongs to Juodasis. Juodasis wants competition. I want the 155 title. I want to be champ-champ!'.

 

Event: OFK 264-Vaiduoklis Vs Bomstærk     
Date:   Jan 15, 2023
#R1#
Storm throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Happy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Storm's guard.
Storm being controlled here, momentarily.
Storm keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
Happy trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Storm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy slips nicely into half guard.
Happy trying to control from Storm's half guard. Storm has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T1#
Storm has control of Happy's left arm, preventing Happy from doing any damage.
Happy tries to free his leg and advance position but Storm is retaining full guard.
Happy trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Happy trying to move into half guard but instead Storm has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Happy looking for a sweep. Not yet Happy, not yet.
Storm stays in close to Happy's body and controls the position.
Storm has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#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.
Happy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Happy has his foot on Storm's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Storm works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Happy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Storm gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Storm content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Happy working a defensive guard but Storm manages to pass into side control anyway.
Storm working away.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Happy is not content to let Storm control the position.
Happy is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Storm wants to free his trapped foot but Happy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Storm's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Storm's back!#SUB2#
Happy looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Storm defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Happy's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Happy checks it well.
Storm motions for Happy to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Happy shoots in.
Happy fails to land the takedown.#TD2#
Happy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Storm did well to prevent Happy getting side control.
Storm controlling the position for now.
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Storm keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Happy is just content to waste time from the top position. Storm takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Happy wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm scores with a nice body kick.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy looks for a takedown but Storm sprawls well.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T2#
Storm tries to work over Happy's front leg with a kick but Happy checks it.
Happy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Happy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Storm tries to avoid it but Happy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Storm to the ground. Storm escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Happy moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Happy dives in and grabs Storm's left leg, looking for a takedown. Storm pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Storm throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Happy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.
A bone on bone clash there as Happy blocks the leg kick.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Storm defends it nicely.
Happy 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.#T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Happy checks a leg kick.
Storm is looking to chop away at Happy's legs.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Storm connects with a jab.
Happy dives in and grabs Storm's left leg, looking for a takedown. Storm pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Happy saw it coming and moves away.
Storm jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.
Happy checks a leg kick.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Happy saw it coming and moves away.
Happy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Happy tries for a takedown but Storm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Happy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy tries to move to mount but Storm blocks the move with his legs. #T4#
Happy trying to control the position but Storm is working away.
Storm is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Happy off and has taken his back!
Happy trying to control the action but Storm just sinks the hooks in.
Happy wants to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Storm shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Happy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Happy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Storm shows good takedown defense.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
A left lands for Storm.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD2#
Happy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Storm sprawls well initially but Happy persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Storm is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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!
Happy slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Happy wants to work for an arm triangle but Storm is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T1#
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Happy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Storm doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Happy. #SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Storm sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Storm sees it coming and defends easily.
Happy is trying to control. Storm wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Storm slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Happy shoots in.
Happy dives in and grabs Storm's left leg, looking for a takedown. Storm pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.#T3#
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Happy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Storm's guard.
Storm keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Storm tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Happy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Storm manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Happy has Storm in his guard.#REVR#
Storm's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Happy looking to control.
Storm looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Happy is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Storm advances to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm is thwarting Happy's attempts to control the position.
Happy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Storm 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

A very excited looking Lincoln Storm 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: GAMMA#978 Sitsongrit v Gozen     
Date:   Dec 24, 2022
#R1#
Whiplash lands with a nice body punch.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Whiplash checks it.
Storm throws a shot to the body.
Storm is looking to slow Whiplash down with leg kicks.
Whiplash throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Storm on the side of the head.
Whiplash misses with a body kick.
Whiplash throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm slips under a jab from Whiplash.
Whiplash takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Whiplash scores with a nice right hand.
Whiplash lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A big left from Storm misses.
Whiplash ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice leg kick from Whiplash, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Whiplash misses with a body kick.
Whiplash misses with a body kick.
Storm stuns Whiplash with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm connects with a crisp jab.
We've been informed that Whiplash has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Whiplash throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm. #T1#
Whiplash misses with a straight right.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Whiplash misses with a low kick.
Storm is looking to chop away at Whiplash's legs.
Storm cracks Whiplash with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Whiplash slips the punch.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Whiplash looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
A left lands for Storm.
Whiplash throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Whiplash keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a body punch but Whiplash moves out of range.
Storm motions for Whiplash to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Whiplash misses.
Whiplash misses with a body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Whiplash 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Whiplash throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice defenses there by Storm.#T2#
Whiplash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Whiplash misses with a leg kick.
Good work by Whiplash as he checks the leg kick.
Whiplash throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Whiplash sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Whiplash lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Whiplash manages to avoid it.
Storm checks a leg kick nicely.
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Whiplash misses with a hook.
Storm throws a leg kick but Whiplash sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Whiplash. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Whiplash throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Whiplash scores with a decent looking hook.
Whiplash swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm throwing a counter right hand but Whiplash manages to avoid it.
Storm walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A leg kick checked by Whiplash.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Whiplash throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm tries a low kick but Whiplash avoids it.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Whiplash shoots in.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Whiplash misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Storm wants it to stay on the feet.
Whiplash looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Whiplash as he connects with a hook.
Storm tests Whiplash's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whiplash throws a low kick but Storm avoids it.
Storm throws a right and a left that Whiplash avoids nicely.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Whiplash's leg but Whiplash calmly moves out of range.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Whiplash was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Whiplash feints the counter takedown.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Storm avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Storm fires out a quick counter leg kick but Whiplash just manages to avoid it.
Whiplash is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Whiplash throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Whiplash blocks a jab.
Whiplash avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Whiplash can pounce on him.
Whiplash throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Whiplash scores with a kick to the midsection.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Whiplash looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Storm slips a jab from Whiplash.
Storm was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Lincoln Storm 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#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Whiplash misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Whiplash.
Whiplash checks the leg kick.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Good shot there by Whiplash.
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Whiplash. Whiplash obviously looking to wear him down.
Whiplash connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Storm is predictable there #TD2#
and Whiplash counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Whiplash with a flurry of punches that miss.
Whiplash works over Storm with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Whiplash throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Whiplash throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Storm preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Whiplash scoring with some ground and pound.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Whiplash throws an elbow that misses. Storm uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Whiplash's guard. Nice move by Storm!#REVR#
Whiplash lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Whiplash must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Whiplash throwing strikes but missing.
Whiplash throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Storm has Whiplash pulled in close to control his posture.
Whiplash with a flurry of punches that miss.
Whiplash trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Snappy Whiplash has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Whiplash throws a big right hand that misses.
Whiplash working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Whiplash throws a strike but Storm rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Whiplash is pulling down on Storm's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Storm avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Whiplash is pulling down on Storm's head to control his posture.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB2#
Whiplash is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Storm trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Whiplash connects with an inside leg kick.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Whiplash moved out of range nicely.
Storm takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Whiplash misses the shot to the body.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Whiplash.
Whiplash takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A leg kick checked by Whiplash.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Whiplash looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Whiplash on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Snappy Whiplash will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Whiplash takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Whiplash misses with a low kick.#TD2#
Whiplash fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Storm to the ground. Whiplash is now in Storm's guard.
Whiplash slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Storm keeping moving, preventing Whiplash from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm being controlled here, momentarily.
Whiplash postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Whiplash slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Whiplash throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Whiplash trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Whiplash manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Whiplash checks a leg kick.
Storm jabs Whiplash to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Whiplash slips a straight right by Storm.
Whiplash moves forwards but Storm connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm slips a jab from Whiplash.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Whiplash throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range. #T2#
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Whiplash's shoulder, as Whiplash tries to avoid the shot.
Whiplash will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Whiplash's leg but Whiplash calmly moves out of range.
Whiplash misses with a body shot.
Whiplash throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Storm misses
letting Whiplash counter with a right hand.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm misses with a hook. Whiplash ducked under it nicely.
Whiplash feints a counter leg kick.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
Storm motions for Whiplash to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Whiplash.
Good exchange - Whiplash coming out on top.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whiplash uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Whiplash is trying to counter with his kicks.
Whiplash looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm throws a low kick but Whiplash avoids it.#T3#
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Whiplash scores with a nice head shot.
Whiplash throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm defending well as Whiplash loads up on a big left hand.
Storm misses with a wild combination.
Whiplash takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Whiplash looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
Whiplash fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A head kick misses from Whiplash.
Storm stuns Whiplash with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
Whiplash swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Whiplash looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Whiplash misses with an attempted mid kick.
Whiplash avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Whiplash checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Whiplash's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Whiplash is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Whiplash uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Whiplash throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Whiplash misses with a straight right.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Whiplash was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Whiplash. That one must have hurt.
Whiplash scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Whiplash.
Whiplash throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm checks a low kick from Whiplash.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Snappy Whiplash.
I think Whiplash 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Snappy Whiplash!

A relieved looking Snappy Whiplash 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: GAMMA#974 Rectal v Aurelius     
Date:   Nov 26, 2022
#R1#
Skystalker shoots for a takedown but Storm saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Storm 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
Skystalker closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Skystalker lands in his opponent's guard.
Skystalker wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
Skystalker won't allow Storm to sweep him here.
Storm keeping moving, preventing Skystalker from controlling successfully.
Storm preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm has Skystalker pulled in close to control his posture.
Skystalker trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Skystalker slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Skystalker wants to advance to full mount but Storm doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Storm working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Skystalker.
Skystalker wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
Skystalker throws an elbow that misses. Storm uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Skystalker's guard. Nice move by Storm!#REVB##SUB#
Skystalker is looking for a triangle here but Storm uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Skystalker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Storm's best efforts.#T2#
Skystalker is looking to improve his position.
Skystalker wants to sweep but Storm has passed to side control!
Skystalker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Storm controlling from side mount.
Skystalker is looking for a sweep.
Storm is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Skystalker will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Skystalker can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Skystalker sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Skystalker wants to improve his position but Storm is controlling well.
Storm is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Skystalker tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.
Skystalker is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Storm controlling the pace. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Skystalker wants to improve his position but Storm is controlling well.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Skystalker trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Skystalker.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Skystalker shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Skystalker showed some decent athleticism there.
Skystalker is looking to pass Storm's guard but actually Storm recovers to full guard.
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 Anni Skystalker will probably get the nod.
That's time! Skystalker's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD#
Skystalker scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Skystalker throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Skystalker throwing strikes but Storm manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Storm staying calm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Skystalker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Skystalker wants to control but Storm postures up.
Storm slows the pace down.
Let's hope that Storm has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Skystalker is trying to get back to half guard.
Storm controls the position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU2#
Storm has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Skystalker throws a sloppy body shot
letting Storm counter with a right hand. #TD#
Skystalker feints and as Storm raises his hands in defense, Skystalker changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Skystalker cracks Storm with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anni Skystalker overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Storm tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Skystalker accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Skystalker in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Skystalker wants to pass the guard but Storm is keeping the position.
Skystalker wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Storm is on top in guard. #REVB#
Storm passes into half guard.
Skystalker wants to control the action here but instead Storm manages to pass to full mount!
Storm controlling the pace for now.
Skystalker wants to control but Storm is having none of it.
Skystalker keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Storm controlling the pace for now.
Skystalker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Storm looking to control and managing it successfully.
Skystalker tries to hold on but Storm pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Skystalker is looking to get to half guard.
Storm tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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 each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Skystalker misses with the combination.
Skystalker on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Skystalker tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Skystalker checks the leg kick.
Skystalker fails with the takedown.
A big left from Storm misses.
Jab by Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Skystalker.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Anni Skystalker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Skystalker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm. #CL#
Skystalker has closed the distance and engaged Storm in a clinch.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Skystalker backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm presses Skystalker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T1#
Skystalker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Storm prevents Skystalker from breaking the clinch.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm with a knee to the head.
Skystalker looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Skystalker.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Skystalker lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Skystalker blocks it.
Skystalker tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Storm just stands there and leans against the cage.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
Skystalker can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Skystalker fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Skystalker.
Skystalker jumps guard but Storm stands there with Skystalker around his waist. Skystalker gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anni Skystalker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm lands a knee to the body.
Storm connects with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Anni Skystalker has been cut.
A short body shot lands from Storm as the two fighters clinch.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Skystalker.
Knees to the body from Storm.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Skystalker blocks it.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Skystalkers head.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Skystalker is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Storm gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Good body shot from Storm.
Storm lands a nice knee to the body.
Storm lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Skystalker has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Skystalker.
Skystalker jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Storm walks away with a smile on his face. Skystalker gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Skystalker has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Storm finds it's way round the side to connect with Skystalker's head.
Skystalker on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Storm lands with a straight right. Skystalker didn't see that one coming.
Skystalker has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Skystalker fails with the takedown.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Skystalker has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Skystalker closes the distance looking to clinch
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Skystalker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm scores with a punch to the head.
Skystalker tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Skystalker takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Skystalker throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm stuffs the takedown.#T4#
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Skystalker moves away and avoids it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm lands a jab.
Skystalker is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Skystalker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected. #CL#
Skystalker has managed to clinch.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Skystalker backwards.
Storm with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Storm digs a right hand into Skystalker's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Skystalker's gas tank.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#Skystalker is rocked!
Storm lands a hook that snaps the head of Skystalker backwards.
Oh Skystalker is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Storm lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Skystalker takes an elbow to the forehead.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
Storm cracks Skystalker with a nice body shot.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm lands a knee to the body.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Skystalker backwards.
Lincoln Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Storm throws a big uppercut that drops Skystalker! More strikes from Storm and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Skystalker lies dazed against the cage as Storm celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
A very excited looking Lincoln Storm 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: GAMMA#971 Joosep v McGuire     
Date:   Nov 05, 2022
#R1#
Storm blocks a head kick by Skystalker.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Skystalker scores with a leg kick.
Skystalker misses with a low kick.
Skystalker has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Skystalker has closed the distance and engaged Storm in a clinch.
A short right from Storm.
Skystalker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Skystalker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Skystalker tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Skystalker back against the cage.
Skystalker works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
We've been hearing reports that Skystalker has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Skystalker blocks it.
Skystalker avoids the elbow strike from Storm, against the cage.
Storm pushes Skystalker back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Skystalker lands a shot to the body.
Storm takes a shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Skystalker takes a shot to the head.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Skystalker fails to land.
Skystalker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Skystalker lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Skystalker is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Storm tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Skystalker avoids it.
Storm blocks a body shot from Skystalker.
Knees in the clinch landing for Storm.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Skystalker misses with a punch to the body.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Skystalker wants a takedown but no success here.
Skystalker tries to pull guard but Storm holds him up against the cage and eventually Skystalker drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anni Skystalker. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Skystalker has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Storm is trying to keep an underhook but Skystalker manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Skystalker trying to advance position but Storm counters by regaining guard.
Skystalker postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Skystalker wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
Storm working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Skystalker. #T2#
Skystalker is looking to work some ground and pound but Storm has wrist control.
Skystalker with a flurry of punches that miss.
Skystalker looking to pass the guard.
Skystalker is looking to advance position but Storm has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
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!
Skystalker is trying desperately to improve position.
Storm controlling his opponent.
Skystalker really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T3#
Skystalker sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Skystalker tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.#SUB#
Skystalker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Skystalker tries to roll over but Storm keeps him under control.
Storm perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Storm moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Skystalker.
You can see the frustration on Skystalker's face as Storm controls the position. #T4#
Skystalker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Skystalker is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skystalker is not content to let Storm control the position.
Skystalker is looking for a sweep.
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 Anni Skystalker will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Skystalker closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Storm is looking for a sweep. Skystalker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Skystalker is working for a kimura but Storm is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Skystalker is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Storm has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Skystalker is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skystalker throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Storm is looking to improve his position.
Skystalker is thwarting Storm's attempts to control the position.
Skystalker works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB#
Skystalker swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Storm is now in Skystalker's guard. A big mistake from Skystalker there, giving up the dominant position!
Storm 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.
Storm trying to control but Skystalker is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Skystalker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Storm defends well.#SUB#
Storm got a little sloppy there for a moment and Skystalker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Storm has managed to get both his arms back between Skystalker's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Skystalker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Storm gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Storm sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Skystalker 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.#SUB#
Skystalker had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Storm defends it easily.
Storm postures up.
Skystalker being controlled here, momentarily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Skystalker holds on and takes a little breather.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Storm tries to free his leg and advance position but Skystalker is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm stuffs the takedown.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Skystalker moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Skystalker has a takedown stuffed.
Skystalker tries to clinch up.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skystalker gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.
Skystalker just misses with a punch to the body.
Skystalker on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Skystalker tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Skystalker wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
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 Anni Skystalker will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Skystalker fails with a takedown attempt.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Skystalker takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick as Skystalker jumps back.
Storm sizes up Skystalker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Skystalker on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Skystalker tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Storm manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Skystalker tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Skystalker missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Skystalker on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skystalker on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm connects with a crisp jab.
Skystalker scores with a nice strike.
Skystalker slips a straight right by Storm.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Skystalker tries to close the distance and clinch but Storm swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Skystalker with a body shot.
Skystalker wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Storm blocks a head kick by Skystalker.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Skystalker's sensitive parts.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Skystalker throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Donk. Storm catches Skystalker right on the button with a cross.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Skystalker.
Skystalker swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Skystalker checks a leg kick nicely.
Skystalker looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Storm avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm keeps the fight on the outside.
Skystalker looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Skystalker misses with a kick to the body.
Skystalker turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Skystalker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Anni Skystalker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm walks into a left hand. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Skystalker throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm lands a nice hook to Skystalker's body. Skystalker takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Skystalker takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Skystalker darts in trying to clinch
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Skystalker takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A big left from Storm misses.
A clash of legs there as Skystalker blocks the low kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Skystalker.#CL#
Skystalker closes the distance and clinches.
Storm lands a left hand.
Skystalker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Skystalker blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Storm is fighting off a takedown attempt but Skystalker is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Storm to the mat. Storm regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T3#
Skystalker trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Storm controlling the position.
Storm can't keep his opponent in guard - Skystalker advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Storm is looking to improve his position.
Skystalker throwing shots but Storm is blocking nicely.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
The fighters are battling for position here. Storm manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Skystalker distracts Storm with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Storm wants to sweep here but Skystalker controlling him for the moment.
Anni Skystalker is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Skystalker throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Storm works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Skystalker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Storm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Skystalker content to stall in guard here.
Storm avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Skystalker has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:30

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: GAMMA#967 Spratt v Aurelius     
Date:   Oct 08, 2022
#R1#
Mantle takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mantle.
Mantle tries for a takedown but Storm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Storm avoids the body shot from Mantle.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Mantle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Storm circles away quickly and effectively.
Storm swings for the body but Mantle moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Mantle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mantle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Storm moves out of range as Mantle strikes.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Mantle moves his leg out of the way.
Mantle changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mantle checks the leg kick.
Mantle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Mantle's knee momentarily.
Storm works Mantle's body with a nice hook.
Storm tests Mantle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mantle avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T1#
Storm throws a body punch but Mantle moves out of range.
Mantle checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Mantle is able to avoid easily.
Mantle is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mantle moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Mantle fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Storm looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mantle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mantle throws out the jab.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm is looking to wear down Mantle with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Mantle scores with a nice head shot.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mantle takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Storm misses with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mantle.#T2#
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mantle.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mantle misses the jab.#TD2#
Mantle shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Mantle takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Mantle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Storm defending well though.
Mantle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Storm defending well though.
Storm has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mantle is working away from the top position though.
Storm moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Mantle loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Mantle working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Storm looking for a sweep. Not yet Storm, not yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mantle accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mantle stopping the sweep attempt from Storm.
Mantle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Storm works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mantle stopping the sweep attempt from Storm.
Mantle is in close to Storm's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Mantle's corner is telling him to maintain position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Mantle chips away with some ground and pound.
Mantle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Storm works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Storm slaps away a takedown attempt from Mantle, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Graham Mantle.#T4#
Storm slaps away a takedown attempt from Mantle, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Mantle.
Storm takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mantle checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mantle manages to avoid it.
Mantle is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That kick from Storm tenderised Mantle's leg. Mantle is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mantle misses with a takedown attempt - Storm sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A leg kick checked by Mantle.
Mantle looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Mantle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Mantle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Storm showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mantle.
A big left from Storm misses.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Some wild striking there from Mantle.
Mantle thuds his right hand into Storm's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Mantle moves his leg out of the way.
Mantle shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A jab from Mantle misses.
Good work by Mantle as he checks the leg kick.
Mantle throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm throws a leg kick but Mantle sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
A big left from Mantle misses.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Mantle blocks the leg kick.
Mantle feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Storm looks to throw the jab but Mantle is out of range.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mantle.
Storm with a hook.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mantle blocks the body kick.
Mantle shoots in for a takedown but Storm shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Some bone on bone action there as Mantle checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mantle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mantle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mantle has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mantle ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Mantle with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm misses the jab.
Mantle fails with the takedown.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Graham Mantle.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2##TD2#
Mantle drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mantle is one step ahead there.
Storm is controlling Mantle's posture.
Mantle trying to move into half guard but instead Storm has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Storm wants to pass the guard but Mantle is keeping the position.
Storm trying to control the position from guard on top but Mantle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mantle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Storm is one step ahead there. #T3#
Mantle keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Mantle is pulling down on Storm's head. It's preventing any offense from Storm, at least for the moment.
Mantle 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.
Storm being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mantle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Storm is one step ahead there.
Storm would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mantle.
Nice straight punches there by Mantle. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mantle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Mantle checks a leg kick.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Mantle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm tried to counter with a leg kick but Mantle avoided it.
Mantle checks a low kick from Storm.
Donk. Storm catches Mantle right on the button with a cross.
Mantle ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mantle ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mantle avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mantle moves out of range as Storm strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mantle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Mantle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Mantle moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Mantle walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Mantle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Mantle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mantle misses with a takedown
and Storm counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mantle thinking. #TD2#
Mantle shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Storm's guard.
Mantle not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mantle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Storm works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mantle passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Mantle connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Storm some visible discomfort.
Graham Mantle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mantle throws a strike aimed at the side of Storm's head but Storm avoids it well.
Graham Mantle has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sloppy strikes there by Mantle.
Mantle landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Mantle working away.
Mantle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Storm keeps working.
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!
Mantle lands a decent elbow from side control.
Storm is trying to improve his position.
Storm parries the strikes from Mantle easily there. Mantle is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Storm to escape.
Mantle creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T3#
Storm takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Mantle lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Storm down.
Storm can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee asks Mantle politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Mantle prefers to stall for the moment though.
Mantle landing strikes.
Mantle grinds an elbow into Storm's temple.
Mantle misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Mantle throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
You can see the frustration on Storm's face as Mantle controls the position.
Mantle cracks Storm with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T4#
Mantle is looking to take a break and control but Storm is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Storm is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Mantle trying to control the action but Storm is working from the bottom.
Storm regains half guard, as Mantle was trying to land strikes.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mantle is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Mantle not landing any meaningful shots this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Graham Mantle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Storm 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#964 Aurelius v Spratt     
Date:   Sep 17, 2022
#R1#
Valdez thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Valdez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Valdez appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Valdez.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Valdez steps away.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Valdez is out of range.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Valdez moved out of range.
Storm staying out of range there.
Valdez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Valdez digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Valdez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Valdez throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Valdez.
Storm lands a nice hook to Valdez's body. Valdez takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Valdez shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Valdez defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Valdez tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Valdez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Valdez throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Valdez at a distance.
Valdez 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Storm is looking to slow Valdez down with leg kicks.
Valdez loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Valdez throws a big shot that misses.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Valdez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Storm moves out of range as Valdez strikes.
Storm works Valdez's body with a nice hook.
Valdez is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Valdez looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Valdez's knee but Valdez avoids it well.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Valdez throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm thuds a left hand into Valdez's body.
Storm tries to move into range but Valdez moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Storm throws a low kick but Valdez moves out of range easily.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Valdez rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Valdez looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Valdez.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm takes a swing at Valdez's ribcage but misses.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Valdez at a distance. #T2#
Valdez throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Valdez throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Valdez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Valdez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm slips under a jab.
Valdez jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm 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.
Valdez uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Storm throws a hook but Valdez blocks it.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Valdez.
Valdez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Valdez backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Valdez throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Valdez throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Valdez misses with an uppercut.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Valdez.
Valdez blocks a jab.
A jab from Valdez misses.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Valdez throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Valdez is able to avoid easily.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Valdez to score with a decent uppercut.
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Valdez on the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Valdez.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Valdez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Valdez throws a head kick that misses.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Valdez checks a leg kick.
Valdez is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Valdez misses with a looping right.
Storm dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Valdez. That did some damage!
Valdez connects with a good right hand that stumbles Storm. Storm circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Storm connects with a good right hand that stumbles Valdez. Valdez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Valdez doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot 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!
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A cross from Storm lands.
Valdez lands a head shot.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Valdez throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Valdez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Valdez feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Valdez has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Valdez there as he acknowledges the shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Valdez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Valdez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
DeMario Valdez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Valdez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Valdez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Valdez moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Valdez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Valdez connects with a jab.
A clash of legs there as Valdez blocks the low kick.
Valdez tried to counter with a leg kick but Storm avoided it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Valdez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Valdez moves into range and connects with a jab.
A clash of legs there as Valdez blocks the low kick.
Valdez swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Valdez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Storm has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm sizes up Valdez with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Valdez throws out the jab.
A slow jab from Valdez misses its intended target.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Valdez takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm slips a jab from Valdez.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Valdez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Valdez missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Valdez doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm throws a leg kick but Valdez checks it.
Nice body kick there by Storm.
Valdez throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Valdez catches Storm with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Storm moves forwards but Valdez connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Valdez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Valdez cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Valdez moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Valdez 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.
Valdez throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Storm thumps Valdez with a low kick.
Valdez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
A low kick from Valdez misses
and Storm makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Valdez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Valdez.
A telegraphed right hand from Valdez misses the target.
Storm throws a series of strikes that have Valdez backpedaling.
Valdez throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Valdez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Valdez lands a body shot.
Valdez tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
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!
Valdez throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Valdez.
Valdez missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm thumps Valdez with a low kick.
Valdez fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.#T2#
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Valdez.
Valdez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Storm looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Valdez manages to avoid it.
Valdez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Valdez.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Valdez's sensitive parts.
Valdez ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Valdez checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Valdez.
Valdez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Valdez misses with a jab to the body
and Storm counters with an outside leg kick.
Valdez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Valdez misses with a hook
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Valdez scores with a jab. Storm acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Valdez looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Valdez throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Valdez misses with the body kick
and Storm counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Valdez ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm staying out of range there.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Valdez swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with an inside leg kick.
Jab, jab by Storm - just one landing.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Valdez throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm. #CL#
Valdez moves into range and clinches up with Storm.
Valdez makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Storm misses with an elbow strike.
Valdez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Valdez tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Valdez back against the cage.
Valdez blocks an uppercut.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Valdez working aggressively here.
Storm misses with a knee to the head. #T4#
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Valdez lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm tries to work over Valdez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Valdez is looking to break free of the clinch but Storm has double underhooks.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Valdez backwards.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Valdez lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Valdez.
Storm using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Valdez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Valdez prevents a body shot from Storm.
Valdez throws a head punch that misses.
Valdez is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm is leaning against Valdez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm keeps control of Valdez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Valdez is trying to force a seperation but Storm has the dominant position.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Valdez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Storm lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Storm.
A nice leg kick lands there from Valdez.
A slow jab from Valdez misses its intended target.
Valdez misses with a looping left.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm misses with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Valdez.
Storm moves out of range as Valdez strikes.
A nice side step and Storm releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Valdez swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm thumps Valdez with a low kick.
Valdez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Storm looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Valdez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Valdez was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Storm.
Storm slips under a jab from Valdez.
Valdez misses with a low kick.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from Valdez misses its intended target. #T1#
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Valdez.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Valdez's ribs.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Valdez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Valdez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Valdez's corner calls for a 1-2. Valdez obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Valdez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Valdez misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Valdez with a hook.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Valdez avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A jab from Valdez misses.
Valdez misses with a straight right.
DeMario Valdez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Valdez is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Storm throws a leg kick but Valdez moved away.
Valdez misses with a hook to the body
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Valdez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Valdez misses with a looping left.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm digs a good hook to Valdez's body.
Valdez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Valdez throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Valdez throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Valdez takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A jab from Valdez misses.
Valdez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Valdez misses with a body punch
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Valdez throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm throws a hook but Valdez avoids it easily.
Valdez checks the leg kick nicely there. #T3#
A swing and a miss from Valdez.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm lands a body shot.
Valdez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Valdez checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Valdez.
Valdez looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Valdez feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
Some bone on bone action there as Valdez checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Valdez saw it coming and moves away.
Storm throws a body punch but Valdez moves out of range.
Valdez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Valdez lands with a good body shot.
Nice body kick from Valdez.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Valdez is able to avoid easily.
Valdez just misses with a punch to the body.
Valdez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Valdez tries to clinch
and Storm counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Valdez thinking.
Valdez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Valdez misses the target.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Valdez.
A counter left hand to the body from Valdez misses its target.#T4#
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Valdez.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Valdez cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Valdez lands a jab.
Valdez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Valdez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm slips a straight right by Valdez.
Valdez throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Valdez lands with a nice body punch.
Storm fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Valdez on the side of the head.
Valdez throws a right hand that misses
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Valdez's knee momentarily.
Storm feints and then cracks Valdez's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Valdez down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Valdez saw it coming and moves away.
Valdez throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Valdez manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Valdez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A bone on bone clash there as Valdez blocks the leg kick.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Storm 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#960 Karim v Yago     
Date:   Aug 20, 2022
#R1#
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sitsongrit missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm slips a jab from Sitsongrit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
A clash of legs there as Storm blocks the low kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Storm checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Storm lands with a hook. Sitsongrit tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick lands for Storm. #T1#
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch up.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sitsongrit throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Storm 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.
Storm wants to slow Sitsongrit down by chopping away at his legs.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Sitsongrit sizes up Storm with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Storm jabs at Sitsongrit's body.
Storm thumps Sitsongrit with a low kick.
Storm misses with a body punch
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit lands a jab.#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.#T2#
Storm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Storm changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Sitsongrit off balance momentarily.
A shot to the liver by Sitsongrit. Beautiful body shot.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab from Sitsongrit finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.#T3#
A combination from Storm does no damage.
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit dodges the punch combination from Storm.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sitsongrit's sensitive parts.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Sitsongrit's defenses.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sitsongrit looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm checks the leg kick.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit misses with a left hand
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Sitsongrit shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sitsongrit is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Sitsongrit's knee but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes one to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit jabs Storm right on the nose. Storm blinks but takes it well.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Storm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Storm misses with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a good low kick that Sitsongrit was not able to check.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm lands a body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sitsongrit. That's going to slow Storm down.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Sitsongrit's head back.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Sitsongrit's belly button to the back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Sitsongrit is wise to it.
Storm moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm cracks Sitsongrit with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Storm.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sitsongrit can pounce on him.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Storm clobbers Sitsongrit with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
An inside leg kick from Sitsongrit misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a right and a left that both miss.
Storm swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Sitsongrit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sitsongrit works the jab nicely.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
A leg kick checked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sitsongrit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm lunges at Sitsongrit with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sitsongrit's hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right. #T2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a left hand
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm lands with a good body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm lands a really nice looking cross but Sitsongrit seems unphased.
Sitsongrit lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sitsongrit has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit saw it coming and moves away.
Sitsongrit scores with a body shot.
Sitsongrit is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Storm is looking for the big counter here.
Sitsongrit chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sitsongrit has time to react.
Storm getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Storm wants to slow Sitsongrit down by chopping away at his legs.
Sitsongrit tried to counter with a leg kick but Storm avoided it.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Storm looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A leg kick checked by Storm.
A lazy left from Sitsongrit finds it's target.
Storm avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Storm moves out of range. #T4#
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sitsongrit dips to his left and cracks Storm with an uppercut!
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm is looking for the big counter here.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head but Sitsongrit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Sitsongrit throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sitsongrit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Storm will feel that in the morning.
Sitsongrit cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sitsongrit is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Sitsongrit's knee but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sitsongrit.
Storm stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a head kick that misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Storm just manages to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sitsongrit fails with an attempt to clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow Sitsongrit down.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Sitsongrit shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Storm backs away, Sitsongrit returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm misses with a low kick as Sitsongrit jumps back.
Some bone on bone action there as Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit saw it coming and moves away.
Good shot there by Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sitsongrit is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit blocks a low kick nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sitsongrit's sensitive parts.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sitsongrit gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Sitsongrit wants to slow Storm down by chopping away at his legs.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sitsongrit cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sitsongrit walks into a straight right hand from Storm.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sitsongrit takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm 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.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Sitsongrit rushes Storm and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
Sitsongrit lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Sitsongrit.
A short left from Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Sitsongrit throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sitsongrit scoring well with a low kick there.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sitsongrit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm throws a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses. #T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sitsongrit thows a leg kick but Storm checks it
and Storm counters with a leg kick.
Storm throws a low kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Sitsongrit misses with a left hand
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Sitsongrit 's knee.
Sitsongrit lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sitsongrit with a body shot.
Storm slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sitsongrit on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws a head kick that misses.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Sitsongrit should have avoided that one. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Storm moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Storm throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Storm is looking to chop away at Sitsongrit's legs.
Storm throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sitsongrit looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick. #CL#
Sitsongrit rushes Storm and presses him up against the cage.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Storm's efforts to push away.
Storm lands a right hand.
Storm lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4#
Storm misses with the head strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit.
Storm blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
Storm is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sitsongrit works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R5#
Storm takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sitsongrit has time to react.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Storm's head.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Sitsongrit looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Storm misses with a straight left. #T1#
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Storm.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sitsongrit 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit wants to clinch but Storm slips to the side
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sitsongrit takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from Storm misses.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.
Sitsongrit fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit thumps Storm with a low kick.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice shot by Storm.
A low kick from Sitsongrit is predictable there
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Storm.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.
Sitsongrit darts in trying to clinch
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice low kick that buckles Storm's knee momentarily.
That kick from Storm tenderised Sitsongrit's leg. Sitsongrit is trying to keep his angry face on.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Sitsongrit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Storm punishes Sitsongrit's body with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Sitsongrit's head back.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit throws an off balance right hand
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm cracks Sitsongrit with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a jab to the body
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:48
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 49:47
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 49:48

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

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit 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: GAMMA#958 Karim v Bento     
Date:   Aug 06, 2022
#R1#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mantle manages to avoid it.
Mantle lands a nice looking body shot.
Mantle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mantle takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mantle lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mantle.
Storm misses with a hook to the body
and Mantle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Mantle checks it.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mantle.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
Mantle misses with a body shot
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Mantle 's knee.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A nice side step and Mantle releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Storm cracks Mantle with an open hand slap.
Mantle throws out a powerful jab.
Mantle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Mantle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
The fighters circle momentarily. Storm darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Storm takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm throws the left hand but Mantle avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Mantle clinches.
Mantle blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mantle blocks an uppercut.
Storm connects with a knee to the head. #T2#
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mantle stalling against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Mantle.
Mantle is working Storm over against the cage.
Mantle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mantle misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mantle.
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mantle lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm misses with some punches.
Mantle lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Mantle has Storm pressed against the cage.
Mantle scores with a shoulder strike.
Mantle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
A shot in the inside from Storm.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mantle.
Mantle can't get the takedown.
Mantle tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mantle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mantle blocking some punches.
Mantle scores with a shoulder strike.
Mantle trying to control the position but instead, Storm has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mantle into the cage.
Mantle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mantle tries to stall but Storm uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short uppercut from Mantle.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
Mantle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Mantle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Mantle is looking to take this one to the mat.
A head punch on the inside from Mantle fails to land.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Mantle.
Mantle will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Storm up against the cage.
Storm controlling the action here for a moment.
Good body shot from Storm.
Storm tries to work over Mantle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mantle scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
Mantle tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Mantle back against the cage.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
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#
Nice defenses there by Mantle.
A jab from Mantle finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Mantle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mantle appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mantle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mantle walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mantle missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mantle takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm lands a really nice looking cross but Mantle seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mantle moves away.
Mantle throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Mantle takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mantle misses with a body shot.
Storm jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Storm jabs at Mantle's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and Mantle counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Mantle tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mantle circles away from the clinch attempt
and Mantle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm stuffs the takedown attempt from Mantle. Mantle gets slowly back to his feet.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Mantle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Storm shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mantle eats them both and turns towards Storm to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Mantle moves away from the strike by Storm.
Mantle throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Mantle moved out of range nicely.
Storm scores with a nice body kick.
Storm throws a hook but Mantle blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Mantle on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Mantle slips a jab and a cross from Storm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Mantle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Mantle manages to break the clinch.
Storm misses with a wild combination.
Mantle throws a right and a left that both miss.
A swing and a miss from Mantle.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Mantle off the cage and back into range.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Storm! #TD2#
Storm gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mantle to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mantle won't allow Storm to sweep him here. #T3#
Mantle trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mantle in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mantle content to stall in guard here.
Storm looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mantle is one step ahead there.
Mantle throwing strikes from guard but Storm blocks nicely.
Mantle wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#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.
Mantle stopping the sweep attempt from Storm.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Storm takes a swing at Mantle's ribcage but misses.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mantle has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mantle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mantle tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Storm manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Mantle misses.
Mantle misses with a straight left.
Mantle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Mantle throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mantle swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mantle doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mantle can do to turn this around?
Storm throws a shot to the body.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Storm.
Storm is looking to chop away at Mantle's legs.
Mantle wants to counter the offense by Storm and move into the clinch position.
Storm tries a low kick but Mantle avoids it.
Mantle swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with a nice body shot.
Storm falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mantle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circling - Storm 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.#CL#
Storm clinches up with Mantle and pushes him back against the cage.
Mantle has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Storm is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Storm working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mantle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Mantle lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Mantle can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Mantle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm misses with an elbow over the top.
Mantle pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mantle backwards.
Still in the clinch, Mantle scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mantle tries to score a body lock takedown but Storm shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Storm lands a left hand. #TD2#
Mantle gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Storm blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mantle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm is trying to control but can't.
Mantle throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Storm taking some punishment here, with Mantle in his half guard.
Storm avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mantle.
Graham Mantle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Storm wants to get back to full guard.
Mantle looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Mantle scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nice strikes from Mantle there.
Storm tries to get to full guard but Mantle has control of the leg.
Mantle missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mantle tries to pass to full mount but Storm defends it.
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. Mantle connects with a nice short shot to Storm's temple. #T3#
Mantle performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Mantle working his ground and pound in the gym.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mantle counters with a nice uppercut.
Mantle doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mantle checks a leg kick. #CL2#
Mantle has Storm up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Mantle misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mantle goes for a takedown attempt but Storm pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Graham Mantle.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
A jab from Storm misses.
Mantle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Mantle takes one on the button.
Mantle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Mantle.
Mantle's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mantle moves in looking to clinch but Storm pushes him off.
Mantle throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Mantle checks it.
Mantle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mantle swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Storm scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot by Mantle.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Mantle.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Mantle's ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Graham Mantle.
I think Storm 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: SYN 912 Bash At The Beach     
Date:   Jul 03, 2022
#R1#
Bin Sari lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bin Sari checks the leg kick.
Storm 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.
Bin Sari misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Bin Sari.
Storm scores with a decent looking hook.
Bin Sari swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Storm clinches up with Bin Sari and pushes him back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bin Sari creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Bin Sari escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bin Sari looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aishah Bin Sari seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Bin Sari misses.
Bin Sari throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Storm on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bin Sari jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Bin Sari manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Bin Sari counters with a series of strikes. Storm will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bin Sari takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
Bin Sari avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bin Sari throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm misses the jab.#T1#
Bin Sari works Storm's body with a nice hook.
Storm thows a leg kick but Bin Sari checks it
and Bin Sari counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bin Sari connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bin Sari throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Storm's head.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
A swing and a miss from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Storm checks a low kick from Bin Sari.
Storm feints and then cracks Bin Sari's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bin Sari down.
Bin Sari scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bin Sari lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
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!
Storm on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Bin Sari off balance momentarily.
A jab lands there for Bin Sari.
Bin Sari misses with a straight right.
Bin Sari lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bin Sari.
Nice shot lands for Bin Sari.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A good leg kick by Storm. #T2#
Bin Sari blocks a jab.
Bin Sari lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Storm misses with a hook
and Bin Sari counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bin Sari lands with a nice body punch.
Bin Sari throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A slow jab from Bin Sari misses its intended target.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Bin Sari checks it.
Bin Sari lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bin Sari throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bin Sari doesn't seem bothered though.
Bin Sari defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm takes one to the chin there.
Bin Sari throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Bin Sari only half commits.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Bin Sari does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Bin Sari misses the target.
Bin Sari on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Bin Sari dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Storm. That did some damage!
The fighters circling - Bin Sari throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bin Sari looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bin Sari.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
Bin Sari slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Bin Sari is out of range.
Bin Sari throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bin Sari lands a glancing blow to the side of Storm's head.
Storm lands a lovely overhand right.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bin Sari is out of range.
Bin Sari is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bin Sari throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bin Sari waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bin Saris jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bin Sari misses with a straight right.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Bin Sari moved out of range.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Bin Sari does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bin Sari.
Bin Sari ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Bin Sari feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bin Sari moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bin Sari throws a solid leg kick but Storm takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bin Sari.
Bin Sari throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bin Sari throws out the jab.
Bin Sari misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Bin Sari lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Bin Sari checks it.
Storm staying out of range there.
A jab from Bin Sari misses.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bin Sari.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bin Sari.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bin Sari swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bin Sari swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari cracks Storm with a good jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aishah Bin Sari dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bin Sari lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bin Sari looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bin Sari circles away quickly and effectively.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bin Sari misses with a looping right.
Bin Sari misses with a looping left.
Bin Sari throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm lands a lovely overhand right.
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
That kick from Storm tenderised Bin Sari's leg. Bin Sari is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bin Sari misses with a low kick.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bin Sari slips a jab and a cross from Storm.
Bin Sari works the jab nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A cross from Bin Sari lands.
Bin Sari is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?
Bin Sari looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Bin Sari takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Bin Sari is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Bin Sari is just out of range.
Bin Sari uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Bin Sari throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Bin Sari moved out of range.
Bin Sari throws a big shot that misses.
Storm throws a leg kick but Bin Sari sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bin Sari comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bin Sari misses with a straight left.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bin Sari.
Bin Sari uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Bin Sari bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm throws a body kick that misses.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Bin Sari.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bin Sari moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.#T2#
Bin Sari throws a quick inside leg kick.
Storm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bin Sari blocks a jab.
Storm avoids the head kick by Bin Sari.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bin Sari misses with a hook
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm throws a leg kick but Bin Sari sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bin Sari.
Storm staying out of range there.
Storm throws a jab when Bin Sari was well out of range.
Bin Sari looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bin Sari with a body shot.
Bin Sari misses with a series of wild punches.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bin Sari.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Bin Sari steps away.
Storm slips under a jab.
Bin Sari turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bin Sari lands a head kick!
Storm throws a shot to the body. #T3#
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
No joy there for Bin Sari, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bin Sari fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Storm misses with a hook. Bin Sari ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Bin Sari tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bin Sari.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bin Sari.
A slow jab from Bin Sari misses its intended target.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bin Sari.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Storm will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Bin Sari uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
A swing and a miss from Bin Sari.
Storm throws a leg kick but Bin Sari sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Bin Sari moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Bin Sari off balance momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bin Sari throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Storm misses.
Bin Sari lands with a shot to the body.
Bin Sari lands an overhand right.
Bin Sari chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm scores with a punch to the head.
Bin Sari scores with a leg kick.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Bin Sari uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bin Sari throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bin Sari.
Bin Sari uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bin Sari slips under a jab from Storm.
Bin Sari swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Bin Sari 's knee.
Storm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bin Sari checks a low kick from Storm.
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 Aishah Bin Sari will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bin Sari swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Bin Sari blocks the body kick.
A big left from Storm misses.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bin Sari showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Storm.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Bin Sari throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm tests Bin Sari's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm wants to slow Bin Sari down by chopping away at his legs.
Nice uppercut lands for Storm. That snapped Bin Sari's head back.
A big right from Storm misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bin Sari looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm throws a leg kick but Bin Sari sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bin Sari swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Bin Sari throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm misses with a looping right.#T1#
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bin Sari lands with a hook. Storm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bin Sari moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm looks to land a body kick but Bin Sari moved away.
Aishah Bin Sari is winning the standup battle so far.
Bin Sari throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm moves away from the strike by Bin Sari.
A big left from Bin Sari misses.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Bin Sari had a free shot at his head there.
Bin Sari connects with an inside leg kick.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Bin Sari bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Storm's head backwards.
Bin Sari scores with a nice right hand.
Bin Sari scores with a nice head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bin Sari uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm moves out of range as Bin Sari strikes.#T2#
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm missing with a left hand there. Bin Sari was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Bin Sari slips the punch.
Bin Sari went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bin Sari avoids the body shot from Storm.
Bin Sari jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bin Sari pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bin Sari scores with a body shot.
Bin Sari swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Bin Sari scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm stalks Bin Sari and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bin Sari's face. Bin Sari staggers backwards, shaken.
Bin Sari connects with a good right hand that stumbles Storm. Storm circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bin Sari swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bin Sari missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Storm throws a body punch but Bin Sari moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Bin Sari blocks the leg kick.
Bin Sari throws a big counter combination but Storm scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T3#
Storm on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Bin Sari sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bin Sari is looking to counter punch.
Bin Sari pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm throws a nice looking combination but Bin Sari bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bin Sari lands a glancing blow to the side of Storm's head.
Storm defending well as Bin Sari loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Bin Sari misses.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Bin Sari's head but Bin Sari sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bin Sari misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bin Sari misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a nice body shot.
Bin Sari getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bin Sari throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Bin Sari misses with a leg kick.
Storm slips a straight right by Bin Sari.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm moves out of range as Bin Sari strikes.
Storm throws a series of punches but Bin Sari avoids them all with ease.
A lazy left from Bin Sari finds it's target.
Bin Sari avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bin Sari is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Bin Sari swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bin Sari throws out the jab.
Bin Sari takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Storm cracks Bin Sari with a good jab.
Bin Sari scores with a shot to the body.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Bin Sari wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm stuns Bin Sari with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bin Sari.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bin Sari uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Bin Sari feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bin Sari.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aishah Bin Sari!

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

 

Event: SYN 907 Barrengarry vs. Bangin     
Date:   Jun 18, 2022
#R1#
Dadasov throws a sloppy head kick
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Dadasov lands with a shot to the body.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Dadasov closes the distance but Storm moves to the side
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
No joy there for Dadasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dadasov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Renat Dadasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm 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.
Dadasov lands a high kick!
Storm misses with a hook.
Dadasov wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Dadasov moves out of range as Storm strikes.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Storm lands a left hand. #BC#
Storm pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Storm stalks Dadasov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dadasov's face. Dadasov staggers backwards, shaken.
Storm misses with a hook. Dadasov ducked under it nicely.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Dadasov ducks down to avoid it.
Storm slips a straight right by Dadasov.
A head kick misses from Dadasov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dadasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dadasov connects with a looping right hand.
Dadasov throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range. #T2#
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dadasov throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range. #CL2#
Dadasov closes the distance and clinches.
Dadasov misses with a body punch.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Dadasov throws a head punch that misses.
Dadasov misses with a punch to the body.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dadasov backwards.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dadasov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dadasov tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dadasov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Dadasov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Dadasov slips a jab from Storm.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Dadasov's knee but Dadasov avoids it well.
Dadasov tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
Storm is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Storm dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dadasov. That did some damage!
Dadasov moves out of range of the strikes.
Dadasov tries to clinch but Storm moves away
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
No joy there for Dadasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dadasov misses with a head kick.
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dadasov throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dadasov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm throws a low kick but Dadasov moves out of range easily. #T4#
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dadasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dadasov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Dadasov is out of range.
Dadasov lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dadasov.
Dadasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dadasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm takes one to the chin there.
Dadasov takes one to the side of the head.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm scores with a one two! Dadasov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dadasov misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses.
Storm avoids the body shot from Dadasov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dadasov.
Storm connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dadasov's hands.
Dadasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Storm manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dadasov scores with a three punch combo!
Storm scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Renat Dadasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dadasov misses with a head kick.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Dadasov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dadasov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Dadasov clinches up against the cage.
Storm tries a body shot but Dadasov blocks it.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice body punch from Storm. #T1#
Dadasov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Storm counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dadasov thinking.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Storm tries to keep at a distance but Dadasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dadasov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dadasov tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Storm lands a shoulder strike.
Dadasov is trying to break free.
Dadasov lands with a right to the head.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Dadasov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm prevents a body shot from Dadasov.
Dadasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Dadasov. #BC#
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Storm scores with a one two! Dadasov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Dadasov moves to clinch but Storm breaks away
and Storm counters with a three punch combo that has Dadasov backing up. Dadasov nods at Storm to acknowledge the strikes.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dadasov throws out the jab.
Dadasov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dadasov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dadasov checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dadasov can do to turn this around?
Some bone on bone action there as Dadasov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm jabs Dadasov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T3#
Storm has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Dadasov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Storm manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Storm throwing a counter right hand but Dadasov manages to avoid it.
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses.
Dadasov wants to clinch
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dadasov misses with a looping left.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dadasov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Dadasov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses.
Dadasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Storm swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm jabs Dadasov to the body, keeping him at a distance.#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!
Storm works the jab nicely.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Dadasov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Storm paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dadasov throws a sloppy head kick and Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Dadasov with the counter takedown but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dadasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm punishes Dadasov's body with a nice straight punch.
Storm throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Dadasov counters with a single leg into guard. Storm didn't expect that.
Dadasov is fighting to break Storm's control of his arms but Storm is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Dadasov is just out of range.
Dadasov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dadasov.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm takes a swing at Dadasov's ribcage but misses.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dadasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses.
That kick from Storm tenderised Dadasov's leg. Dadasov is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Dadasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
No joy there for Dadasov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dadasov throws a one two combo.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses Dadasov's front leg but catches the back leg as Dadasov tries to avoid it.
Storm connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Dadasov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dadasov moves in looking to clinch but Storm pushes him off.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Dadasov clinches with his opponent.
Dadasov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dadasov.
Dadasov works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dadasov backwards.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm lands a hook that snaps the head of Dadasov backwards.
Dadasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands. #BC#
Storm's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dadasov.
Storm avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dadasov darts in trying to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T2#
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dadasov under the eye.
Storm throws the left hand but Dadasov avoids the punch easily.
Dadasov motions for Storm to come forward. Dadasov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dadasov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dadasov ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Dadasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Storm defends it well.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Dadasov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dadasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dadasov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dadasov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dadasov takes a shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dadasov. #T3#
Dadasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dadasov tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Dadasov back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Dadasov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Renat Dadasov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Dadasov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Dadasov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dadasov tries a body shot but Storm blocks it. #BC#
Storm pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses.
Storm slips a jab and a cross from Dadasov.
Dadasov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Storm throws a leg kick but Dadasov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm slips under a jab from Dadasov.
It looked like Storm was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Dadasov connects with the punch.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there. #T4#
Dadasov moves out of range of the strikes.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dadasov throws a sloppy head kick and Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm thuds his right hand into Dadasov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Storm scores with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt.
Storm avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A combination from Dadasov does no damage.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dadasov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dadasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dadasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Renat Dadasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dadasov misses with a straight left.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Storm, 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

A relieved looking Lincoln Storm 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 90210     
Date:   May 29, 2022
#R1#
Tax Payer throws a big shot that misses.
Tax Payer throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tax Payer throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Tax Payer looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
Storm defending well as Tax Payer loads up on a big left hand.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
Storm throws a hook but Tax Payer blocks it.
Storm 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.
Storm walks into a jab.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm avoids the body shot from Tax Payer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tax Payer jabs at Storm's body.#T1#
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Tax Payer scores with a sloppy right hand. Storm should have avoided that one.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tax Payer lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tax Payer scoring well with a low kick there.
Tax Payer lands a high kick!
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm slips under a jab.
Finnish Tax Payer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Storm motions for Tax Payer to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Tax Payer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A shot to the liver by Tax Payer. Beautiful body shot.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tax Payer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Jab, jab by Tax Payer - just one landing.
Tax Payer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tax Payer moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tax Payer.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy body shot
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
Storm misses with a low kick as Tax Payer jumps back.
Storm takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tax Payer throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Tax Payer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tax Payer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Tax Payer settles back down.
Storm throws a body punch but Tax Payer moves out of range.
Storm misses with a hook.
Tax Payer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T4#
Storm avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a push kick but Tax Payer slaps the foot to one side.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Tax Payer slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Storm throws a low kick but Tax Payer avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Tax Payer lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tax Payer to score with a decent uppercut.
Tax Payer stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Storm might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tax Payer has got the better of the exchanges.
Tax Payer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Storm 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.
Tax Payer lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Tax Payer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
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 looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Tax Payer steps away.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Tax Payer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tax Payer throws out a powerful jab.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A solid body kick from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tax Payer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Storm counters with a series of strikes. Tax Payer will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tax Payer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tax Payer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tax Payer, as that shot connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Tax Payer's belly button to the back.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Tax Payer saw it coming and moves away.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Storm's head backwards.
Storm avoids a punch combination nicely.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Tax Payer works over Storm's head and body with a nice combination.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Tax Payer moved out of range.
Storm throws a nice looking combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Tax Payer's ribs.
Storm takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Tax Payer thumps Storm with a low kick.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tax Payer digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tax Payer.
Storm looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer tries to bum rush Storm with a series of wild strikes but Storm uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Storm takes one to the side of the head.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
A good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Finnish Tax Payer is winning the standup battle so far.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm takes one on the button.
Tax Payer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tax Payer slips under a jab from Storm.
A counter left hand to the body from Tax Payer misses its target.
Tax Payer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tax Payer takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Tax Payer misses with a double jab.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm avoids the head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Tax Payer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tax Payer jabs at Storm's body.
Storm checks the leg kick nicely there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tax Payer moves away.
Tax Payer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tax Payer throws out the jab.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Tax Payer looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Tax Payer is wise to it.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Tax Payer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tax Payer throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
Tax Payer scores with a nice right hand.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tax Payer.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Storm down.
Tax Payer blocks a jab.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut.
Storm has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tax Payer doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tax Payer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tax Payer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Tax Payer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Tax Payer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a right hand
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tax Payer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tax Payer lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Storm lands the left hand.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Tax Payer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tax Payer tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tax Payer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Tax Payer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.#T2#
Tax Payer slips under a jab.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a few strikes there.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Tax Payer lands a nice looking kick to the body. Storm takes a step back to recover.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer 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.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
That kick from Storm tenderised Tax Payer's leg. Tax Payer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tax Payer fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tax Payer misses with a body kick.
Tax Payer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Tax Payer throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it. #T3#
A jab from Storm misses.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tax Payer was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Tax Payer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A low kick lands for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Tax Payer throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A solid body kick from Tax Payer.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer lands a lovely overhand right.
Storm looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Storm misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Storm throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm slips under a jab.
Tax Payer tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm feints and then cracks Tax Payer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tax Payer down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm misses with a straight left.
Tax Payer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Tax Payer.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tax Payer with a nice calf kick.
Tax Payer misses the shot to the body.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tax Payer jabs at Storm's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
The crowd cheers as Tax Payer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Tax Payer digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tax Payer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Tax Payer moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Tax Payer misses with a low kick.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Storm gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer works Storm's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Tax Payer throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tax Payer tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
Tax Payer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tax Payer on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
Storm cracks Tax Payer with a good jab.
Tax Payer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tax Payer finds it's way round the side to connect with Storm's head.
A big left from Tax Payer misses.
Tax Payer misses with a hook.
Tax Payer backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tax Payer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Tax Payer.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tax Payer digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Tax Payer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tax Payer is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tax Payer is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tax Payer. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
Tax Payer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Storm throws the left hand but Tax Payer avoids the punch easily.
Tax Payer misses with a wild body shot.
Tax Payer thows a body kick. Storm tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Storm is looking to chop away at Tax Payer's legs.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Tax Payer 's knee.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Storm connects with a right hand. Tax Payer shakes it off.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tax Payer with a body shot.
Tax Payer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Tax Payer blocks the leg kick.
Tax Payer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tax Payer can pounce on him.
Tax Payer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tax Payer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tax Payer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Tax Payer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Storm momentarily.
Tax Payer cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Storm throws a leg kick but Tax Payer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
Tax Payer stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tax Payer tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tax Payer misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tax Payer blocks a low kick nicely.
Tax Payer scores with a decent looking hook.
Tax Payer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Storm checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tax Payer throws a low kick but Storm avoids it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
Storm has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tax Payer.
A low kick from Tax Payer misses
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
Tax Payer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tax Payer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Storm eats them both and turns towards Tax Payer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Tax Payer dips to his left and cracks Storm with an uppercut!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tax Payer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tax Payer throws a sloppy head kick
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Finnish Tax Payer had his way with Lincoln Storm in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tax Payer.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a good cross that connects.
Tax Payer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tax Payer.
A cross from Storm lands.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer scores with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Storm on the side of the head.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Tax Payer.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tax Payer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm unleashes a big counter combination but Tax Payer bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tax Payer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
A lazy left from Tax Payer finds it's target.
Tax Payer is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm slips a straight right by Tax Payer.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Storm.
Tax Payer scores with a jab.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Tax Payer had a free shot at his head there.
Tax Payer misses with a left hand
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Tax Payer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tax Payer misses with a head kick.
Tax Payer's jab looks to have found its range, popping Storm under the eye.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tax Payer.
Tax Payer misses with a leg kick.
Storm throws a counter combo.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Storm moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Storm is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tax Payer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tax Payer misses with a body shot.
Tax Payer checks the leg kick.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tax Payer slips a jab from Storm.
Tax Payer throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Tax Payer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm throws out a counter right but Tax Payer avoids it with no problem.
A low kick from Tax Payer is predictable there
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tax Payer's knee momentarily.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tax Payer.
Tax Payer checks a leg kick.
Tax Payer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Tax Payer is out of range.
Tax Payer throws a head kick that half lands. #T3#
Storm blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Tax Payer slips the punch.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Tax Payer is out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Storm checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tax Payer misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tax Payer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tax Payer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Tax Payer looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Tax Payer. Those never looked like landing.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tax Payer.
Tax Payer displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice uppercut lands for Tax Payer. That snapped Storm's head back. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm blocks a head kick by Tax Payer.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Tax Payer ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Tax Payer throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Tax Payer connects with a nice looking jab.
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tax Payer. That's going to slow Storm down.
Tax Payer misses with a series of wild punches.
Tax Payer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Tax Payer scores with a kick to the body.
Tax Payer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Finnish Tax Payer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tax Payer 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight for Finnish Tax Payer!

Finnish Tax Payer wins by unanimous decision!

Finnish Tax Payer thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: SYN 897 Maluga vs. Leifsson     
Date:   May 08, 2022
#R1#
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Catch Wrestler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm 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.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Storm was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance looking to clinch
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Storm sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Catch Wrestler somewhat.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Storm gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Storm sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick from Storm.
Catch Wrestler lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler scores with a takedown into Storm's guard.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Storm's control of his arms but Storm is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Catch Wrestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Catch Wrestler works over Storm with some ground and pound from guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #T3#
Catch Wrestler postures up in Storm's guard and throws a big left but Storm blocks it.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler has closed the distance and engaged Storm in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Storm - that landed with a thud.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Storm has him pressed against the cage.
Storm throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.#T4#
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Catch Wrestler's sensitive parts.
Catch Wrestler misses with a series of wild punches.
A leg kick checked by Catch Wrestler.
It seemed like Catch Wrestler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
It looked like Storm was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Storm.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Catch Wrestler has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Storm's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Storm stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Storm walks away with a smile on his face. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Storm lands with a hook. Catch Wrestler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Storm lands an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries a body shot but Storm blocks it. #BC#
Storm breaks from the clinch. #TD2#
Storm gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Storm is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head to control his posture.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Storm is keeping the position for now.
Catch Wrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Storm has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Catch Wrestler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Storm looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Catch Wrestler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Still in half guard, Catch Wrestler seems content to control.
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace.
Catch Wrestler missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Storm wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Storm is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm misses the jab.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Storm fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Catch Wrestler on the side of the head.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Catch Wrestler moves his leg out of the way.
Storm misses with a low kick as Catch Wrestler jumps back.
Catch Wrestler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Storm sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Catch Wrestler somewhat.#T4#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab-cross combination.
Catch Wrestler tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Storm.
Catch Wrestler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab from Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Storm sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Storm misses with an uppercut
enabling Catch Wrestler to counter with a crisp jab.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into Storm's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Storm lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Storm showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Storm passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is trying is best to control the position here.
Storm performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Catch Wrestler 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.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Storm pulls his head out easily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Storm is keeping busy.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but Storm passes into side control!
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Storm postures up.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Storm control the position.
Storm controlling from side mount.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Storm lands an elbow. #T3#
Catch Wrestler tries to buck Storm off but Storm is having none of it.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Storm leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Storm throws a body punch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Good shot there by Storm.
Storm will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Catch Wrestler scores with a body shot.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Catch Wrestler tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches with his opponent.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Storm, 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: SYN 888 Sonni vs. Gustafson     
Date:   Mar 26, 2022
#R1#
Barbosa missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab lands there for Storm.
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Edson Bidon Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbosa lands with a cross.
Barbosa looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Storm wants to clinch up but Barbosa keeps it at a distance.
Nice shot lands for Barbosa.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Storm moves into range and clinches up with Barbosa.
Barbosa lands a nice uppercut.
Barbosa lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Barbosa breaks from the clinch.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Barbosa uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Barbosa finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #CL#
Storm moves into range and clinches up with Barbosa.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Barbosa throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm blocking some punches.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbosa can't break the clinch.
Barbosa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barbosa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barbosa cracks Storm with a nice body shot.
A short right from Storm.
Barbosa blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
Barbosa lands an uppercut.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbosa managing to block the knees to the body from Storm.
A short right from Storm. #BC2#
Barbosa breaks the clinch.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbosa moves away.
Storm wants to clinch.
Storm clobbers Barbosa with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Storm fails in his attempt to clinch.
Barbosa throws a counter combo.
Storm cracks Barbosa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Barbosa listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Storm walks into a left hand.
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barbosa looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by Barbosa and move into the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Barbosa now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Barbosa connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3#
Barbosa slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Barbosa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.#CL#
Storm closes the distance and pushes Barbosa back into the cage.
Barbosa has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Barbosa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Barbosa throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm tries to clinch up but Barbosa circles away and keeps his distance.
Storm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Barbosa's head backwards.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Barbosa misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Barbosa scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Barbosa breaks from the clinch.
Barbosa slips under a jab from Storm.#T4#
Barbosa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Barbosa counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
Barbosa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Storm's sensitive parts.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
Storm wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbosa. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barbosa misses with a low kick.
A low kick lands for Barbosa.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Storm clinches up against the cage.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbosa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Barbosa wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Storm has him pressed against the cage.
Barbosa tries to break free but Storm pushes him back against the cage.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Edson Bidon Barbosa will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Barbosa misses with an attempted mid kick.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Barbosa.
Storm wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Barbosa takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Barbosa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm closes the distance looking to clinch
and Barbosa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch but Barbosa swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barbosa.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Barbosa is just out of range.
Barbosa throws a body kick that misses.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm wants to clinch.
Barbosa feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Barbosa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Barbosa looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Barbosa misses with a looping right.
Edson Bidon Barbosa seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Barbosa throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side.
Barbosa finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Barbosa drops his hands momentarily and Storm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Barbosa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Barbosa.
Barbosa keeps the fight on the outside.
Barbosa throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Nice body kick from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circling - Barbosa throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Barbosa tries to keep at a distance but Storm has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Barbosa breaks from the clinch.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Barbosa scores with a decent looking hook.
Storm lands the left hand.
Storm fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Barbosa manages to circle out of the way.
Barbosa throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Barbosa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Barbosa attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Storm swings for the body but Barbosa moves out of range.
A cross from Storm lands.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
And Barbosa responds with a good body kick, but Storm manages to step out the way in time.
Barbosa 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.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Barbosa.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch but Barbosa swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Barbosa doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Barbosa throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Barbosa's shoulder, as Barbosa tries to avoid the shot.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
Storm bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Barbosa's head.
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Barbosa avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Storm checks the leg kick.
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Barbosa moved out of range.
Storm swinging wildly here.
Storm moves away from the strike by Barbosa.
Storm wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Barbosa throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Storm counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Barbosa manages to break the clinch.
Barbosa slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Barbosa.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
Barbosa jabs at Storm's body.
Barbosa lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barbosa lands a jab to the nose.
Storm slips under a jab from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T4#
Barbosa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good leg kick by Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a straight left.
Storm lands a jab.#CL#
Storm moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Barbosa escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barbosa looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Barbosa lands the left hand.#CL#
Storm forces Barbosa back against the cage and clinches.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Barbosa controls the action.
Good body shot from Storm.
Storm lands an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Storm.
Barbosa misses with some punches.
Barbosa lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Barbosa tries to circle away but Storm has him pinned against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edson Bidon Barbosa 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Storm connects with a right hand. Barbosa shakes it off.
Barbosa lands a slapping body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Barbosa. That snapped Storm's head back.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.
A right-left combo lands from Storm.
Barbosa moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm tries to clinch but Barbosa is having none of it.
Barbosa throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Barbosa throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Barbosa staying out of range there.
It seemed like Barbosa was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm checks the leg kick nicely there.
Storm is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Barbosa misses with a looping right.
Storm wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbosa cracks Storm with an open hand slap.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbosa moves away.#T1#
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
An inside leg kick lands from Barbosa.
Barbosa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Barbosa.
Good leg kick by Barbosa.
Barbosa tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm wants to clinch up but Barbosa keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Storm clinches up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Barbosa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Barbosa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Barbosa circles away.
Storm dips to his left and cracks Barbosa with an uppercut!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbosa fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Barbosa throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Storm cracks Barbosa with an open hand slap.
Edson Bidon Barbosa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2##CL#
Storm closes the distance and clinches.
Barbosa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbosa swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Storm with a knee to the head.
Barbosa works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Storm is working Barbosa over against the cage.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Barbosa avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Barbosa blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Barbosa manages to break the clinch.
Barbosa stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T3#
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
As Storm backs off Barbosa throws a huge counter combo but Storm manages to avoid it all.
Storm shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A decent looking cross lands there for Barbosa.
Barbosa showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Storm.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm scores with a punch to the head.
Storm tests Barbosa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Barbosa lands a slapping body shot.
Barbosa ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Barbosa fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Barbosa counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by Barbosa and move into the clinch.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Barbosa swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Barbosa throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Storm wants to clinch but Barbosa slips to the side
and Barbosa counters with a three punch combo that has Storm backing up. Storm nods at Barbosa to acknowledge the strikes.
A left lands for Storm.
Storm takes one to the side of the head.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
A jab from Storm misses. #CL#
Storm closes the distance and pushes Barbosa back into the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Storm tries a body shot but Barbosa blocks it.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Barbosa.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.

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 Lincoln Storm.
I think Barbosa has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Edson Bidon Barbosa!

As Edson Bidon Barbosa got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Sosa now you ...again. Retire bitch. You are done.'.

 

Event: SYN 881 Maluga vs. Namasuzuki     
Date:   Feb 27, 2022
#R1#
Sosa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
It looked like Sosa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
Sosa throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Storm makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm 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.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sosa checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sosa was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Sosa's head but Sosa sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Sosa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm throws an off balance right hand
and Sosa counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sosa is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sosa walks into a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sosa moves out of range as Storm strikes.#T1#
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sosa counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm scores with a jab.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Sosa moved out of range nicely.
Sosa is looking to counter punch.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sosa in his tracks.
A low kick from Sosa is predictable there
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sosa lands with a kick to the ribs.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sosa manages to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Sosa.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
It looked like Sosa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Storm misses with a low kick as Sosa jumps back.
Sosa throws a quick counter head kick but Storm was just out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Sosa's belly button to the back.
Storm thumps Sosa with a low kick.
Sosa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sosa doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm misses with a right hand
enabling Sosa to counter with a crisp jab.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sosa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Sosa counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm swings for the body but Sosa moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Sosa tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
A low kick from Storm is predictable there
and Sosa counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Decent striking displayed by Storm there.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Sosa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Sosa makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Sosa gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.#T4#
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sosa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Sosa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sosa appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow Sosa down.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and Sosa counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sosa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Sosa half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sosa avoids the body shot from Storm.
Sosa works the jab nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Storm with a nice cross.
Storm thows a leg kick but Sosa checks it
and Sosa counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm wants to slow Sosa down by chopping away at his legs.
A little feinted left hand from Sosa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sosa fires out a quick counter leg kick but Storm just manages to avoid it.
Sosa throws a lazy body kick
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm digs a good body shot into Sosa's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Sosa 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Storm tests Sosa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sosa's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sosa scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Sosa bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It appears Sosa was looking to counter with a kick there.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sosa checks it well.
Storm lands with a shot to the body.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Sosa counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
Sosa 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.
Storm is looking to slow Sosa down with leg kicks.
Storm tries to clinch but Sosa moves out of range.
Sosa fires out a quick counter leg kick but Storm just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Sosa fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.#CUT#That has opened up Lincoln Storm's cut even more.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A leg kick checked by Sosa.
Sosa takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sosa has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm throws an off balance right hand
and Sosa cracks him with a counter punch right 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!
Sosa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sosa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Sosa takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Sosa sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSosa.
Storm throws a push kick but Sosa slaps the foot to one side.
Sosa appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sosa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Sosa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The fighters circle momentarily. Storm darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sosa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sosa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sosa slips a jab from Storm.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Sosa 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.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sosa bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sosa has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sosa counters with a solid body kick.
A head kick misses from Storm.
Sosa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm swings for the body but Sosa moves out of range.
Sosa appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sosa takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Sosa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick from Sosa.
Storm lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Sosa does a little dance to reset his feet.
A low kick from Storm is predictable there
and Sosa counters with a thumping low kick.
Sosa is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Sosa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sosa is looking to counter punch.
Sosa finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T1#
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Sosa's defenses.
Nice uppercut there from Sosa.
Storm cracks Sosa with an open hand slap.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm throws a hook but Sosa avoids it easily.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sosa.
Storm works the jab nicely.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Marcello Sosa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Storm throws a hook but Sosa avoids it easily.
Sosa swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Storm throws a body punch but Sosa moves out of range.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Storm lunges at Sosa with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sosa's 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!
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sosa.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Storm connects with a jab.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow Sosa down.
Storm misses with the body kick
and Sosa makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Sosa takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sosa closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sosa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sosa quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Storm in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Storm moves away from the strike by Sosa. #T4#
Sosa fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm looks to land a left hand but Sosa moved out of range nicely.
Sosa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sosa sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sosa throws a quick counter kick to the body but Storm avoids it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Sosa was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sosa misses with a right hand
and Storm makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Storm with the inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Storm 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: SYN 877 Valentines Massacre     
Date:   Feb 13, 2022
#R1#
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rodriguez checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Rodriguez's ribs.
Rodriguez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rodriguez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rodriguez wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Storm tried to counter with a leg kick but Rodriguez avoided it.
Rodriguez scores with a body shot.
Rodriguez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with an outside leg kick.
Rodriguez throws a right hand that misses
and Rodriguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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!
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Rodriguez off balance momentarily.
Rodriguez with a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Rodriguez looks to land a combination but Storm avoids it well. #T1#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rodriguez manages to avoid it.
Rodriguez moves out of range as Storm throws a body kick.
Rodriguez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rodriguez tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rodriguez throws a right hand that misses
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rodriguez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm checks the leg kick.
Rodriguez throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Rodriguez misses with an uppercut.
Rodriguez lands a right hook to the body. #CL#
Storm gets a clinch.
Rodriguez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rodriguez is trying to break the clinch but Storm is controlling him.#T2#
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Storm's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rodriguez looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
A big left from Rodriguez misses.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Rodriguez misses the target.
Storm blocks a head kick by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Rodriguez throws a leg kick
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rodriguez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rodriguez throws a body shot but no joy.
Rodriguez gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.#ROC#Rodriguez is rocked!
Storm misses with a body kick.
Rodriguez is still on wobbly legs! Can Storm finish him?#T3#
Rodriguez throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
A swing and a miss from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez seems to have recovered his senses.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rodriguez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rodriguez.
Rodriguez looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ryan Rodriguez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rodriguez.
Rodriguez misses with a low kick.
A low kick from Rodriguez is predictable there #KD#
and Storm counters with a nice right hand that sends Rodriguez toppling to the canvas! Rodriguez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Storm finish him?!
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!
Storm throws a monster overhand right that drops Rodriguez! Storm follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
Lincoln Storm decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SYN 872 Barbarian vs. Knox     
Date:   Jan 29, 2022
#R1#
Storm stuns Patriot with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd cheers as Patriot lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Patriot throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm tries to work over Patriot's front leg with a kick but Patriot checks it.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Patriot throws out the jab.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Patriot loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Patriot is just out of range.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Patriot is out of range.
Storm 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.
A head kick misses from Storm.
Patriot swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Patriot is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm throws out a counter right but Patriot avoids it with no problem.
Patriot missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Patriot moves out of range as Storm strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patriot takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Patriot tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm throws out a counter right but Patriot avoids it with no problem.
Patriot throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Gorgon Patriot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm moves out of range as Patriot strikes.
Storm slips under a jab.
Patriot looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Patriot staying out of range there.#T1#
Patriot misses with a low kick.
Patriot misses with a looping left.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Patriot is out of range.
Patriot throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Patriot looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Patriot takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm throws a body punch but Patriot moves out of range.
Patriot throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm misses with a hook. Patriot ducked under it nicely.
Patriot blocks a leg kick.
Patriot throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Patriot throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Patriot has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Storm takes a swing at Patriot's ribcage but misses.
Patriot showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Storm.
Patriot tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Patriot misses with a hook
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Patriot connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Patriot throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Patriot lands the left hand.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Patriot throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Patriot throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Patriot throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Patriot swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Patriot's corner calls for a 1-2. Patriot obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Storm misses with a hook.
Patriot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Patriot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A left lands for Patriot.
Patriot takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Patriot sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Patriot misses with a straight left. #T3#
Patriot throws an off balance right hand
and Patriot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Patriot throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm slips a jab from Patriot.
Patriot scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Patriot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Storm moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm 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.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Patriot misses with an uppercut.
Patriot throws a big shot that misses.
Patriot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm throws out a counter right but Patriot avoids it with no problem.
Patriot loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
A good leg kick by Patriot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Patriot 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Patriot avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Patriot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses Patriot's front leg but catches the back leg as Patriot tries to avoid it.
Patriot throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Patriot does a little dance to reset his feet.
Patriot misses with a jab, cross combination.
A nice side step and Storm releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Storm rushes Patriot and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Patriot's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Patriot wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Storm lands an uppercut.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Patriot controls his hands.
Patriot wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Storm has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Patriot manages to break the clinch.
Patriot misses with a straight left.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Patriot throws out the jab.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
No joy there for Patriot, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Patriot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Patriot checks a leg kick.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Patriot manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Patriot throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Patriot tries to land a front kick but Storm steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Patriot swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
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 Gorgon Patriot will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Storm moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Patriot looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Patriot scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Patriot. Patriot obviously looking to wear him down.
Patriot on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Patriot misses with a low kick.
Patriot dodges the punch combination from Storm.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Patriot momentarily.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Patriot.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Patriot moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Patriot on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Patriot throws a combination that misses
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm slips under a jab.
A jab lands there for Patriot.
A big left from Patriot misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Patriot connects with a high kick.
Patriot throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A jab from Patriot misses. #T1#
Storm showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Patriot.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Patriot throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Patriot pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Patriot settles back down.
The crowd cheers as Storm lands an impressive looking overhand right. Patriot doesn't seem phased though.
Patriot attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A big right from Storm misses.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Patriot's shoulder, as Patriot tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Patriot misses the target.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Patriot throws a lazy body kick
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Patriot chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big left from Patriot misses.
Storm cracks Patriot with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Patriot thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm swinging wildly here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Patriot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Patriot swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Patriot tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Patriot lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Patriot checks it.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Patriot avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Patriot slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm tests Patriot's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm wants to slow Patriot down by chopping away at his legs.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Patriot looks to land a combination. Storm sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A swing and a miss from Patriot.
Gorgon Patriot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
An inside leg kick from Patriot misses.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gorgon Patriot is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Patriot.
Patriot swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Patriot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Storm bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Patriot's head.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Patriot throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Good leg kick by Patriot.
Storm throws a body kick that misses.
Patriot takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm throws a hook but Patriot avoids it easily.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Patriot was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
It looked like Patriot wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Patriot avoids the body shot from Storm.
Patriot uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Patriot shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Patriot.
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Patriot counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Storm takes a swing at Patriot's ribcage but misses.
Patriot lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Storm 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.
Storm works the jab nicely.
Patriot fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Patriot swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Patriot.#T4#
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Patriot.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Patriot lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Patriot fails to land with a series of punches.
Patriot checks a leg kick.
Storm takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Patriot missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Patriot throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Patriot misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Patriot checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Patriot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Storm takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A telegraphed right hand from Patriot misses the target.
Patriot misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Patriot moves away.
Patriot is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
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 Gorgon Patriot will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Patriot missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Patriot scores with a nice strike.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Patriot throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Patriot misses with a straight right.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Patriot takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Patriot pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Patriot's head but Patriot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Patriot misses with a low kick.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Patriot doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm is looking to slow Patriot down with leg kicks.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Patriot is out of range.
Storm throws a hook but Patriot avoids it easily.
Patriot takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Patriot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Patriot on the side of the head.
Patriot goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T1#
Patriot waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
A swing and a miss from Patriot.
Storm throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A low kick from Patriot is predictable there
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
Patriot displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Patriot uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
A counter left hand to the body from Patriot misses its target.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Patriot missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Patriot.
Patriot throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Storm on the side of the head.
Patriot tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Patriot.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Patriot throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Patriot misses with a combination
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Patriot looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Patriot. That did some damage!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Patriot's ribs.
Patriot throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Patriot throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range.
Patriot misses with a double jab.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Patriot is just out of range.
Patriot avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Patriot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm throws out a counter right but Patriot avoids it with no problem.
Storm moves away from the strike by Patriot.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Patriot scores with a hook to the body. Storm takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Patriot's corner calls for a 1-2. Patriot obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Patriot misses with a looping right.
Patriot throws a big shot that misses.
Storm changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab from Storm misses.
Storm misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Patriot uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.#T3#
Some bone on bone action there as Patriot checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Patriot misses with a hook.
Patriot throws a big shot that misses.
Patriot pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Patriot settles back down.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Patriot tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Patriot tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Patriot throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Patriot misses with a straight left.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
Patriot is looking to score with low kicks.
Patriot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Storm misses with a low kick as Patriot jumps back.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Patriot.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##CL2#
Storm closes the distance and clinches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Storm throws an elbow but misses.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Patriot looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Patriot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm prevents Patriot from breaking the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Patriot.
Storm misses with the head strike. #BC#
Patriot breaks the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Patriot has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gorgon Patriot!

Our winner, Gorgon Patriot, 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: SYN 867 Barbosa vs. Sitsongrit     
Date:   Jan 09, 2022
#R1#
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kidd checks a leg kick.
Kidd throws a big shot that misses.
Kidd cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kidd manages to avoid it.
Kidd has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Storm finds it's way round the side to connect with Kidd's head.
Kidd looks to land a combination but Storm avoids it well.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Kidd is out of range.
Kidd scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Kidd. That snapped Storm's head back.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kidd tries to close the distance and clinch but Storm swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice leg kick from Kidd, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kidd fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Kidd throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Killer Kidd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
Kidd throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kidd.
Storm swings for the body but Kidd moves out of range.
Kidd connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kidd thumps Storm with a low kick.
Storm misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Kidd misses with a looping right.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kidd throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm lands with a nice combination. Kidd backs away looking to recover.
Kidd throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
A slow jab from Kidd misses its intended target. #CL#
Kidd closes the distance and clinches.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Kidd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kidd tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kidd pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Kidd controls the action.
Storm lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kidd lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Kidd goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2#
Kidd blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kidd doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kidd doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Kidd misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Kidd.
Kidd tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Kidd goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kidd misses with some punches.
Kidd misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm cracks Kidd with a nice body shot.
Storm putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kidd in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kidd.
Kidd prevents a body shot from Storm.
Kidd misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Kidd tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kidd lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kidd lands with a light punch inside.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Storm taking a breather.
Kidd misses with some punches.
Kidd misses with some punches.
Kidd fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kidd misses with some punches.
Kidd lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kidd lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm missing with knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Kidd scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kidd misses with a punch on the inside.
Kidd swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kidd misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Kidd blocking some punches.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but Kidd blocks with his arms.
Kidd swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm gets through Kidd's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kidd lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm tries a body shot but Kidd blocks it.
Kidd working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Killer Kidd has been cut.
Storm digs a right hand into Kidd's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kidd's gas tank.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kidd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kidd lands a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kidd goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kidd blocks a body shot from Storm.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Storm just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kidd's brow.
Still in the clinch, Kidd scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Killer Kidd dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Killer Kidd's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jab, jab by Kidd - just one landing.
Kidd jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kidd chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kidd 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.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kidd rather than just go for the knockout.
Kidd moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Storm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kidd manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kidd tries to close the distance and clinch but Storm swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kidd scores with the left hand. Storm knows he should have avoided that one.
Kidd misses with a hook.
Kidd just misses with a punch to the body.
Kidd throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
A big left from Kidd misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from Kidd misses its intended target.
Kidd paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kidd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?
Kidd 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#
Kidd ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Kidd paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Storm lands a nice hook to Kidd's body. Kidd takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kidd throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Kidd throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a good low kick that Kidd was not able to check.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kidd blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kidd misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Kidd throws a leg kick that misses.
Killer Kidd is winning the standup battle so far.
Good work by Kidd as he checks the leg kick.
It looked like Kidd wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jab by Kidd.
Kidd scores with a nice head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kidd misses with a looping left.
Kidd missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kidd moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Kidd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kidd looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kidd.
Kidd misses the jab.#T2#
Storm throws out a powerful jab.
Kidd takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kidd throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kidd misses the jab.
Kidd throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Kidd misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
An inside leg kick from Kidd misses.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kidd throws out the jab.
Kidd tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kidd.
Storm cracks Kidd with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Storm in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Storm slips a jab from Kidd.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Kidd throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kidd on the side of the head.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm moves out of range as Kidd strikes.
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt
and Storm counters with a left and a right that stings Kidd. #T3#
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kidd throws out the jab.
Kidd connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Kidd.
A clash of legs there as Storm blocks the low kick.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kidd avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Kidd on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kidd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Kidd should have avoided that one.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Kidd is just out of range.
Storm has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kidd finds it's way round the side to connect with Storm's head.
Kidd throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.#CL#
Kidd takes the fight into the clinch.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Kidd tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kidd blocking some punches.
Killer Kidd has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm tries to work over Kidd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kidd.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Kidd uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Kidd pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kidd misses with a low kick.
Kidd throws out a powerful jab.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kidd has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kidd there as he acknowledges the shot.
Storm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kidd chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kidd throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Kidd thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kidd was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kidd on the side of the head.
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 Killer Kidd will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Killer Kidd's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Storm on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Storm cracks Kidd with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kidd slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Storm checks a low kick from Kidd.
Kidd tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Storm digs a good body shot into Kidd's ribs.
Kidd lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kidd backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kidd slips under a jab.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A slow jab from Kidd misses its intended target.
Kidd lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kidd throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Kidd only half commits.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target. #CL#
Kidd darts in and clinches Storm up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kidd.
Kidd can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Kidd struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands. #T1#
Kidd tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kidd lands with a left to the head.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Kidd scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kidd.
Kidd misses with a punch to the body.
Kidd can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Storm as the two fighters clinch.
Kidd swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kidd can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kidd swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kidd throws a head punch that misses.
Kidd throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Kidd tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Kidd back against the cage. #T2#
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kidd doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kidd tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow. #BC#
Kidd manages to break the clinch.
Kidd bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kidd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm checks a low kick from Kidd.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kidd moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kidd throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kidd lands with an overhand left.
Storm throws the left hand but Kidd avoids the punch easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kidd.
Kidd throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Kidd thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kidd throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
That kick from Kidd tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kidd slips a straight right by Storm.
Kidd throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Kidd lands with a right hand.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Kidd.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kidd tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Kidd feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Kidd takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kidd uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kidd takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kidd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kidd throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Kidd thows a leg kick but Storm checks it
and Storm counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kidd thinking.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Kidd moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Kidd darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kidd throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Kidd throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kidd sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm scores with the left hand. Kidd knows he should have avoided that one.
Kidd tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Storm scores with a jab.
Kidd lands an overhand right.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kidd.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm misses the jab.
Kidd is looking to clinch but Storm is avoiding it.
Storm wants to counter the offense by Kidd and move into the clinch position.
Kidd thumps Storm with a low kick.
Kidd staying out of range there.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Kidd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Kidd does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kidd feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!

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 Killer Kidd.
Well Kidd 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Killer Kidd!

Our winner, Killer Kidd, 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: GAMMA#924 Vincible v Karim     
Date:   Dec 11, 2021
#R1#
Storm swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL#
and De Andrade holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
De Andrade's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
De Andrade blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
De Andrade misses with the head strike.
De Andrade struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
De Andrade tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing De Andrade back against the cage.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with De Andrade's elbow.
Storm scores with a knee to the head.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of De Andrade's head.
A right handed body shot lands from Storm.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
De Andrade misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
De Andrade blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Andrade tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
De Andrade pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
De Andrade misses with a short punch on the inside.
De Andrade 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.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down De Andrade.
A right hand to the body from Storm. #BC#
De Andrade manages to break the clinch.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
De Andrade throws a right hand that misses
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm lands a jab to De Andrade's midsection.
De Andrade tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm tries to clinch but De Andrade is having none of it.
Storm lands a nice hook to De Andrade's body. De Andrade takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm feints and then cracks De Andrade's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow De Andrade down.
De Andrade on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
De Andrade misses with a double jab
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
De Andrade takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm swinging wildly here.
De Andrade seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Storm throws a body punch but De Andrade moves out of range.
Storm swings for the body but De Andrade moves out of range.
Storm is looking to slow De Andrade down with leg kicks.
Storm thuds a left hand into De Andrade's body.
Storm 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.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
De Andrade throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - De Andrade looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
A good leg kick by Storm. #T3#
Jab from Storm.
Storm thuds a left hand into De Andrade's body.
De Andrade lands with a nice combination. Storm backs away looking to recover.#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
Storm comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks De Andrade off balance momentarily.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Andrade was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
De Andrade thows a left - swing and a miss!
De Andrade has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from De Andrade there as he acknowledges the shot.
Storm throws a leg kick
and De Andrade counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
De Andrade uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but De Andrade slips the punch.
De Andrade was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm lands a right hook to the body. #T4#
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and De Andrade has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
De Andrade misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
De Andrade uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
De Andrade throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Storm.
Storm tries to work over De Andrade's front leg with a kick but De Andrade checks it.
De Andrade throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
De Andrade on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from De Andrade.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
De Andrade takes one on the button.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from De Andrade.
De Andrade slips under a jab.
De Andrade stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm 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.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm clobbers De Andrade with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Jab by De Andrade.
De Andrade takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm misses with a low kick.
De Andrade is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Storm.#T1#
De Andrade connects with a crisp jab.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Andrade manages to avoid it.
De Andrade is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Storm.
Storm has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but De Andrade slips the punch.
De Andrade throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Storm counters by moving into the clinch.
Storm working aggressively here.
De Andrade prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm pressing his opponent against the cage.
De Andrade tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
De Andrade fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm working aggressively here.
De Andrade digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch on the inside from De Andrade fails to land.
Lincoln Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
De Andrade works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
De Andrade lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards. #T2#
De Andrade throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for De Andrade.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Andrade scores with an uppercut up the middle.
De Andrade is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#BC#
De Andrade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through De Andrade's defenses.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
De Andrade wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
De Andrade ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
De Andrade lands a right hook to the body.
De Andrade throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Storm counters by moving into the clinch.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
De Andrade avoids a wild elbow strike from Storm.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
De Andrade tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
De Andrade misses with a shot to the kidneys.
De Andrade tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but De Andrade has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
De Andrade is trying to break the clinch but Storm has him pressed against the cage.
De Andrade misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm lands a right hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by De Andrade.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as De Andrade controls his hands.
A nice right hand lands inside from De Andrade.
Storm tries a body shot but De Andrade blocks it.
De Andrade struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from De Andrade fails to land.
A nice right hand lands inside from De Andrade.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by De Andrade.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
De Andrade tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm scores with a hook to the body.
De Andrade wants to break the clinch but can't.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Nice body punch from Storm - that landed with a thud.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
De Andrade lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from De Andrade.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
De Andrade scores with a hook to the body.
De Andrade lands with a left to the head.
De Andrade digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
De Andrade lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with De Andrade's elbow.
Nice body punch from De Andrade.
De Andrade lands a body shot.
Storm is breathing heavily.
De Andrade tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
De Andrade lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. De Andrade is defending well for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
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#
De Andrade checks the leg kick.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
De Andrade keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
De Andrade misses with a looping left.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
De Andrade gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Andrade motions for Storm to come forward. De Andrade throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps De Andrade's head back.
De Andrade uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
De Andrade misses with a looping right.#T1#
De Andrade keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm thumps De Andrade with a low kick.
De Andrade tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
De Andrade on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
De Andrade will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
De Andrade connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Storm throws a body punch but De Andrade moves out of range.
Storm comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
De Andrade uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Storm throws a body punch but De Andrade moves out of range.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but De Andrade moves away.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
A good leg kick by Storm.
De Andrade looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
De Andrade uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
De Andrade scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
De Andrade throws a hook but Storm blocks it.#T3#
Storm misses with a looping right.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Some bone on bone action there as De Andrade checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
De Andrade is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Storm.
De Andrade throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as De Andrade checks a leg kick.
De Andrade is looking to counter punch.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Andrade.
Storm is looking to slow De Andrade down with leg kicks.
Storm feints and then cracks De Andrade's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow De Andrade down.
Storm throws a hook but De Andrade blocks it.
De Andrade keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
De Andrade checks a leg kick.
Storm cracks a nice hook into De Andrade's ribs.#T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Storm cracks De Andrade with a good jab.
Storm throws a leg kick #CL#
and De Andrade counters by moving into the clinch.
Storm cracks De Andrade with a nice body shot.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
De Andrade escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm throws a predictable looking body shot #CL#
and De Andrade counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Storm scores with a shoulder strike.
De Andrade makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as De Andrade controls the action.
De Andrade works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
De Andrade tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm has had enough of the clinch but De Andrade keeps him there for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Storm 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#921 Leonardo v Khan     
Date:   Nov 20, 2021
#R1#
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Sitsongrit off balance momentarily.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sitsongrit. That did some damage!
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Sitsongrit takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sitsongrit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Storm 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.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
A nice side step and Storm releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Sitsongrit's leg but Sitsongrit calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Storm throws a right hand that Sitsongrit ducks under and follows up with a left that Sitsongrit also avoids with ease.
Sitsongrit scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Storm tries to work over Sitsongrit's front leg with a kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Storm throws a body kick.
Storm takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the nose.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick nicely.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Sitsongrit avoids the head kick by Storm.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit moves his leg out of the way.
Sitsongrit connects with a crisp jab.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sitsongrit rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
Storm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Storm on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm throws a head kick that misses.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Sitsongrit throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm. #T3#
Sitsongrit fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Sitsongrit defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Sitsongrit fails with an attempt to clinch.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.
Storm digs a good hook to Sitsongrit's body.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit lands with a kick to the ribs.
Storm keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit cracks Storm with a good jab.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sitsongrit's corner calls for a 1-2. Sitsongrit obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T4#
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit thows a leg kick but Storm checks it
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Sitsongrit 's knee.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big left from Storm misses.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Storm takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm misses with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sitsongrit dips to his left and cracks Storm with an uppercut!
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Storm.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sitsongrit counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm tries a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit misses the shot to the body.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Storm drops his hands momentarily and Sitsongrit takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit takes one to the chin there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Storm misses.
Storm tries to move into range but Sitsongrit moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm jabs Sitsongrit to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm lands with a slapping head kick.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sitsongrit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Sitsongrit has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sitsongrit and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Storm feints and then cracks Sitsongrit's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sitsongrit down.
Sitsongrit misses with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Sitsongrit digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm tries a head kick but it misses.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Sitsongrit takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Sitsongrit.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sitsongrit!
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A head kick misses from Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
Sitsongrit blocks the body kick.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Storm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sitsongrit catches Storm with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Storm darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sitsongrit looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Storm tries a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Sitsongrit throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm cracks Sitsongrit with a right hand to the side of the head.
Storm misses with a body kick.
As Storm backs away, Sitsongrit returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Storm punishes Sitsongrit's body with a nice straight punch.
Storm moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm misses with a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit lands a lovely overhand right.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromStorm.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Storm takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sitsongrit shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sitsongrit cracks Storm with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm lands a nice hook to Sitsongrit's body. Sitsongrit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Sitsongrit's shoulder, as Sitsongrit tries to avoid the shot.
Sitsongrit shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Storm swats away the attempt to clinch by Sitsongrit.
Storm connects with the punch.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Decent striking displayed by Storm there.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a leg kick.
A low kick from Sitsongrit misses
and Storm counters with a solid body kick.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Sitsongrit.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Good shot there by Storm.
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!
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Storm throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Some bone on bone action there as Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sitsongrit takes a kick to the side of the head.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm throws a jab when Sitsongrit was well out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm checks the leg kick nicely there. #T3#
Sitsongrit lands with an overhand left.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sitsongrit takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit misses with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Storm throws a head kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range. #T4#
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sitsongrit darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Storm bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sitsongrit takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick that sends Storm stumbling back into the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Storm misses with a leg kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit connects with a single shot there.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Sitsongrit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm throws a head kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped Storm's head back.
Storm plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Storm thows a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it
and Sitsongrit counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm motions for Sitsongrit to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Storm misses with a low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Storm shakes it off.#T1#
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Sitsongrit digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Storm misses with a shot to the body
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Storm checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Sitsongrit doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on Storm's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Sitsongrit takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws the kick towards the body but Storm avoids it.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
Sitsongrit has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick. #T2#
Sitsongrit checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Storm moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Sitsongrit throws the kick towards the body but Storm avoids it.
Storm misses with the combination.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses Sitsongrit's front leg but catches the back leg as Sitsongrit tries to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that misses.
Sitsongrit thuds a left hand into Storm's body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Storm.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick. #T3#
Storm throws a sloppy head kick and Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Storm throws an off balance right hand
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a nice leg kick.
Storm tries to land a front kick but Sitsongrit steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sitsongrit.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Storm misses with a kick to the body.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Storm there as he acknowledges the shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.#T4#
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
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!
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sitsongrit is looking to score with low kicks.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping right hand.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm throws a big counter head kick but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it well.
Storm scores with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit had his way with Lincoln Storm in that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Storm checks the leg kick nicely there.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Sitsongrit manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Storm's head backwards.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Sitsongrit's belly button to the back.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sitsongrit's sensitive parts.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Both fighters circling a little - Storm finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick. #T1#
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm 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.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
Storm tries a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm 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.
Storm throws a jab when Sitsongrit was well out of range.
Sitsongrit connects with a body shot.
Storm moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
A low kick lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Storm throws an off balance right hand
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit motions for Storm to come forward. Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit half committed to a counter leg kick.
Storm digs a good body shot into Sitsongrit's ribs.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Storm wants to slow Sitsongrit down by chopping away at his legs. #T3#
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Storm misses with a leg kick
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Storm takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
As Storm backs away, Sitsongrit returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Storm walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Storm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
That kick from Storm tenderised Sitsongrit's leg. Sitsongrit is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Storm misses
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sitsongrits jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm thows a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it
enabling Sitsongrit to counter with a crisp jab.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit moved away.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sitsongrit 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.
Storm walks into a jab.

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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 50:46
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 50:45

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

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

 

Event: GAMMA#917 Trullo v Damagon     
Date:   Oct 23, 2021
#R1#
Storm misses with a body shot.
Kid stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Kid ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kid defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Kid half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm stuffs the takedown.
A low kick from Storm misses #TD#
and Kid decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Storm's guard.
Kid forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Kid seems to be looking for submissions.
Kid is keen to just control but Storm is a slippery customer.#T1#
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kid wants to work for an arm triangle but Storm is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Storm is trying to maintain the position but Kid is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kid is working for a kimura but Storm is defending it quite comfortably.
Storm keeping control of the position.
Kid trying to control from half guard but Storm is working away. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Storm wants to control but Kid is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kid trying to control the action but Storm is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Storm looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kid stalling away here and it's allowed Storm to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Kid got a little sloppy there for a moment and Storm has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kid has managed to get both his arms back between Storm's legs - danger averted.
Storm can't keep his opponent in guard - Kid advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.
Kid not doing much here.
Kid winds up and cracks Storm with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Storm is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kid pulls his head out easily.
Kid trying to pass the guard but Storm defending well.
Storm trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kid manages to pass to mount!
Storm wants to hold on but Kid pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Storm is looking to improve his position but Kid isn't that keen on the idea.
Kid lands with some strikes.
Storm tries to lock up and control but Kid gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Storm is trying to escape the mount.
Kid working the ground and pound effectively.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm gets back to half guard.
Ground and pound from Kid.
Kid looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Disco Kid dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kid throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kid's sensitive parts.
Storm with a nice cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kid. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kid shoots for a double leg takedown but Storm sprawls well. He's pushed Kid's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Kid thuds his right hand into Storm's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Storm throws a low kick but Kid avoids it.
Kid throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kid looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kid misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Kid gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Kid does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Kid fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the cage.
Kid jumps guard but Storm stands there with Kid around his waist. Kid gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Disco Kid. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Storm misses with an elbow strike.
Kid misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kid has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Storm stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Storm.
Kid misses with the head strike.
Kid tries to pull guard but Storm won't allow it.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Kid misses with a body punch.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kid tries to pull guard but Storm won't allow it.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm taking a breather.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T2#
Kid jumps guard but Storm turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kid fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kid takes a shot to the head.
Storm blocking some punches.
Storm lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Disco Kid has been cut.
Kid tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Storm just stands there and leans against the cage.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Kid.
Kid throws a head punch that misses.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kid lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kid works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Kid. #T3#
Kid misses with a punch to the body.
Kid lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kid blocking some punches.
Kid has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kid.
Storm misses with some punches.
Kid lands with a left to the head.
Kid tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Storm smiles and moves away.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kid checks it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Kid does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kid feinted with a counter takedown.
Storm stuffs the takedown.
Kid blocks a head kick by Storm.
Kid fails with the takedown.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kid rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kid. #T4#
Kid takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kid takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kid takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Storm.
Kid drops down looking for a counter takedown but Storm sprawls and moves away.
Kid shoots in and drives through. Storm sprawls well.
Storm thows a leg kick but Kid checks it #TD#
and Kid counters with a shoot takedown. Storm fights it but they end up in guard.
Storm manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kid manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Kid is adopting a defensive guard.
Kid keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Kid is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Disco Kid's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kid throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kid swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Kid is just out of range.
Kid misses with an uppercut.
Storm moves away from the strike by Kid.
Storm misses with a low kick as Kid jumps back.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Storm - that will leave a mark!
Kid takes one to the chin there.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kid scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kid fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kid looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A good leg kick by Storm. #T1#
Storm cracks Kid with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kid tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kid throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kid misses with a wild body shot.
Kid throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kid stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Kid thuds a left hand into Storm's body.#TD#
Kid looking to score a takedown here. Storm is defending well but Kid drives through and ends up in Storm's guard.
Storm is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Storm has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Storm working for submissions but it's allowed Kid to get to half guard. #T2#
Storm gets full guard.
Storm is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kid passes Storm's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm manages to get to full guard.
Disco Kid overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Storm can't keep his opponent in guard - Kid advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Storm is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Storm actively working from the bottom here.
Kid 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.
Storm tries to roll over but Kid keeps him under control.
Kid wants to take a breather but Storm is having none of it.
Storm is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kid's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kid's back!#SUB2#
Storm is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB2#
Storm is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kid is defending well though. Storm let's go of the attempt for now.#T4#
Kid just trying to survive but Storm is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Storm looking for the choke but no joy.
Kid trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Storm is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kid has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Kid is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Storm 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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: GAMMA#915 Karim v Leonardo     
Date:   Oct 09, 2021
#R1#
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sitsongrit is looking to clinch.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Storm.
Storm throws a sloppy head kick and Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Storm lands with a slapping head kick.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Storm tries to clinch up but Sitsongrit circles away and keeps his distance.
Storm misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sitsongrit rather than just go for the knockout.
A low kick from Sitsongrit misses
and Storm counters with a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Storm. Storm circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sitsongrit stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Storm slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
Storm blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm 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.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Sitsongrit off the cage and back into range.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Storm digs a good body shot into Sitsongrit's ribs.
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Storm lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the body kick.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm lands a glancing blow to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses.
Storm throws the left hand but Sitsongrit avoids the punch easily.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Storm just manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
A lazy body kick from Storm
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range. #T3#
Sitsongrit blocks a head kick by Storm.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Storm lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL#
Sitsongrit takes the fight into the clinch.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
A short body shot lands from Sitsongrit as the two fighters clinch.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
I was talking to Sitsongrit's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sitsongrit looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sitsongrit throws a solid leg kick but Storm takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sitsongrit.
Storm looks to land a body kick but Sitsongrit moved away.
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch but Storm swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nice shot by Storm.
Storm gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Sitsongrit steps away.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Storm lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Storm looks for the body kick but Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A leg kick checked by Sitsongrit.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sitsongrit jabs at Storm's body.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Storm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it. #T2#
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Donk. Sitsongrit catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sitsongrit in his tracks.
Storm takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick that sends Storm stumbling back into the cage.
Storm keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Storm checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Storm lands a jab.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Sitsongrit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Storm throws a hook but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sitsongrit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm throws the kick towards the body but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Sitsongrit is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Good standup being displayed there by Sitsongrit as he connects with a hook.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Sitsongrit takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.#T4#
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
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!
Storm missing with a left hand there. Sitsongrit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Storm is looking to land body kicks.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sitsongrit misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Sitsongrit checks the leg kick nicely there.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Sitsongrit backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Storm moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm stuns Sitsongrit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sitsongrit clobbers Storm with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CL2#
Storm moves into the clinch.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Storm using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Storm with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has been cut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Storm blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit misses with some punches.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch. #T1#
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
A hook to the body from Storm.
Sitsongrit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Storm tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it. #T2#
Storm tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm stalling in the clinch but Sitsongrit improves position.
Storm prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land. #BC#
Sitsongrit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Storm if he has to take too many more of those.
A good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit sets himself, and Storm steps forward looking for the clinch! Sitsongrit avoids it this time.
Storm lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
A clash of legs there as Sitsongrit blocks the low kick.
Sitsongrit avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Sitsongrit is out of range.
Storm digs a good body shot into Sitsongrit's ribs.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Sitsongrit's knee but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Storm throws a lazy head kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters with a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm throws a low kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range easily.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Storm catches Sitsongrit with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sitsongrit lands with a kick to the ribs.
Storm moves away from the strike by Sitsongrit. #T4#
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sitsongrit backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
Sitsongrit pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Storm staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Sitsongrit off balance momentarily.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Sitsongrit on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Storm swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sitsongrit 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A bone on bone clash there as Sitsongrit blocks the leg kick.
Storm lands with a nice body kick.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the body.
Storm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Sitsongrit getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sitsongrit staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit lands with a hook. Storm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Storm.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A good leg kick by Storm. #T1#
Storm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
Storm stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick.
Storm scores with a head kick.
A low kick from Storm misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sitsongrit lands a slapping body shot.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sitsongrit has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.#T2#
Storm misses with a jab to the body
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit wants to clinch.
Storm throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick but Storm avoids it.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Sitsongrit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
Sitsongrit is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.#T3#
Storm lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Storm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands an elbow that stopped Sitsongrit in his tracks for a moment.
Storm throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit blocks a body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Storm misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands with a light punch inside.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left hand lands to the body for Sitsongrit.
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 Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Storm misses with a hook
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm misses with a few strikes there.
An inside leg kick from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit pushes Storm away with a front kick.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm throws a head kick but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Sitsongrit lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sitsongrit.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Storm has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Sitsongrit.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A big right from Storm misses.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit checks it.
A little feinted left hand from Sitsongrit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit thuds his right hand into Storm's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sitsongrit swings widly with a right hand
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Sitsongrit tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Storm throws a hook but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sitsongrit smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sitsongrit moves away.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Storm. Sitsongrit shrugs it off though.
Storm thuds a left hand into Sitsongrit's body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sitsongrit is able to avoid easily.
Sitsongrit's corner calls for a 1-2. Sitsongrit obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sitsongrit takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sitsongrit looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the body.
Storm walks into a left hand.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Storm takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Sitsongrit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
A big right from Sitsongrit misses.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm looks to land a combination but Sitsongrit avoids it well.
Storm getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sitsongrit misses with a wild body shot.
Storm stuns Sitsongrit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sitsongrit checks a leg kick.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
A low kick from Storm misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick aimed at Storm's knee but Storm avoids it well.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a leg kick but Sitsongrit sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm drops his hands momentarily and Sitsongrit takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Sitsongrit misses its target.
Sitsongrit keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sitsongrit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sitsongrit tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm counters with a body kick.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Storm has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Glass scores the fight 50:47

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

Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit retains his featherweight title!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: GAMMA#912 Hiro v Karim     
Date:   Sep 18, 2021
#R1#
San Pedro throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
San Pedro missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Some bone on bone action there as Storm checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
San Pedro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
San Pedro throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range.
San Pedro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm misses with a head kick.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt San Pedro.
San Pedro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm lands with a slapping head kick.
San Pedro avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Storm - that will leave a mark!
San Pedro blocks the body kick.
San Pedro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm throws a body punch but San Pedro moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
San Pedro misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from San Pedro. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
San Pedro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm blocks a jab.
San Pedro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
San Pedro throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
San Pedro blocks a jab.
Storm 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.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but San Pedro manages to avoid it.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. San Pedro checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm scores with a head kick. San Pedro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
San Pedro lands with a shot to the body.
Storm misses with a kick to the body.
San Pedro misses with a straight left.
Storm only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San Pedro.
Storm lands a nice hook to San Pedro's body. San Pedro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Storm there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm lets loose with a powerful body kick. San Pedro will feel that in the morning.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San Pedro blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm misses with a low kick.#T2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Storm!
San Pedro takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Storm scores with a hook.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt San Pedro.
A low kick lands for Storm.
San Pedro misses the jab.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Storm defending well as San Pedro loads up on a big left hand.
San Pedro throws a body kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Storm.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for San Pedro.
San Pedro throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
San Pedro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
San Pedro lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A clash of legs there as San Pedro blocks the low kick.#T3#
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheers as San Pedro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Storm goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from San Pedro.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
San Pedro connects with the punch.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
San Pedro is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Storm swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling San Pedro to counter with a crisp jab.
San Pedro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
San Pedro 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.
San Pedro motions for Storm to come forward. San Pedro throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm misses with a jab to the body
and San Pedro cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good work by San Pedro as he checks the leg kick.
San Pedro scores with a shot to the body.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
San Pedro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm misses with a looping left.#T4#
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before San Pedro can pounce on him.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and San Pedro makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
San Pedro lands with a kick to the ribs.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
San Pedro throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
San Pedro swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
San Pedro takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Storm lands with a shot to the body.
Storm walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Storm scores with a head kick. San Pedro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
San Pedro throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San Pedro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from San Pedro. Storm shrugs it off though.
San Pedro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
San Pedro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's time! San Pedro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
San Pedro avoids the head kick by Storm.
A left lands for San Pedro.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm misses with an uppercut. San Pedro saw that one coming.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circling - San Pedro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down San Pedro rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm looks to land a right hand but San Pedro moved out of range.
San Pedro misses the jab.
San Pedro moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
San Pedro jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A slow jab from San Pedro misses its intended target.
Storm steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from San Pedro.
San Pedro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. San Pedro does a little dance to reset his feet.
San Pedro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
San Pedro misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick. #CL#
San Pedro rushes Storm and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
San Pedro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
San Pedro presses Storm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm blocks an elbow strike from San Pedro.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San Pedro blocks the elbow strike.
San Pedro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Storm prevents a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm prevents a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of San Pedro backwards.
San Pedro works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but San Pedro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from San Pedro fails to land.
San Pedro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
San Pedro lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T2#
San Pedro lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
San Pedro misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm cracks San Pedro with a nice body shot.
San Pedro struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San Pedro tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing San Pedro back against the cage.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San Pedro misses with a hook to the ribs.
San Pedro swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
San Pedro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San Pedro misses with a punch to the body.
San Pedro tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
San Pedro swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
San Pedro takes a shot to the head.
San Pedro throws a head punch that misses.
San Pedro lands a nice uppercut.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
San Pedro lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
A short body shot lands from San Pedro as the two fighters clinch.
A short left from Storm.
San Pedro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San Pedro's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Storm misses with a body punch.
Esteban San Pedro has scored more points in the clinch so far.
San Pedro lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
San Pedro cracks Storm with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
San Pedro blocks a body shot from Storm.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San Pedro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
San Pedro lands a body shot in the clinch.
Storm misses with a knee to the head. #T4#
San Pedro misses with a punch on the inside.
San Pedro lands a left hand.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm tries to work over San Pedro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm misses with a body punch.
San Pedro struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San Pedro has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
San Pedro tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing San Pedro back against the cage.
San Pedro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
San Pedro lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A knee to the head by Storm.
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 Esteban San Pedro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
San Pedro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
San Pedro scores with a body shot.
San Pedro misses with a body kick.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm lands a body shot.
San Pedro slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Jab by Storm.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San Pedro.
Storm tries to land a front kick but San Pedro steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Storm is looking to slow San Pedro down with leg kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab, jab by Storm - just one landing.
San Pedro defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
San Pedro throws a head kick that misses.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but San Pedro moves away.
Storm swings for the body but San Pedro moves out of range.
San Pedro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
San Pedro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
A good leg kick by Storm.
San Pedro misses with a low kick.
Storm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
San Pedro misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
San Pedro misses the jab.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
San Pedro looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
San Pedro throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm thows a leg kick but San Pedro checks it
letting San Pedro counter with a right hand.
Storm lands a nice looking kick to the body. San Pedro takes a step back to recover.
San Pedro takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Storm moves forwards but San Pedro connects with a nice, crisp jab.
San Pedro misses with a low kick.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
San Pedro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2#
Storm is looking to slow San Pedro down with leg kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
San Pedro turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm is looking to clinch.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks San Pedro off balance momentarily.
Storm has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by San Pedro.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but San Pedro takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Nice defenses there by San Pedro.
An attempted straight right counter from San Pedro misses the target.
San Pedro misses with a looping right.
A bone on bone clash there as San Pedro blocks the leg kick.
San Pedro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Storm. That did some damage!
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
San Pedro throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Storm throws out a counter right but San Pedro avoids it with no problem.
San Pedro checks a low kick from Storm.#T3#
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks San Pedro off balance momentarily.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses San Pedro's sensitive parts.
Storm moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Storm.
A head kick misses from Storm.
San Pedro connects with a body shot.
San Pedro throws a head kick that half lands.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Storm tries to get set, San Pedro tries to push him back and clinch up but Storm manages to avoid the attempt.
A slow jab from San Pedro misses its intended target.
Storm on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Storm takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
San Pedro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts 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!
San Pedro connects with a right hand. Storm shakes it off.
A leg kick checked by San Pedro.
San Pedro avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A quick step to the side and San Pedro tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm thuds his shin into the meat of San Pedro's side.#T4#
San Pedro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
San Pedro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A big left from San Pedro misses.
Storm avoids the body shot from San Pedro.
Storm scores with a push kick.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
San Pedro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Storm in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
San Pedro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A clash of legs there as San Pedro blocks the low kick.
San Pedro will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
The crowd cheers as San Pedro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
A solid leg kick lands there for San Pedro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but San Pedro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm tries to work over San Pedro's front leg with a kick but San Pedro checks it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lincoln Storm.
I think Storm 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#909 Clark v Hiro     
Date:   Aug 28, 2021
#R1#
Storm misses with the combination.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Dixon manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A shot to the body from Storm misses
and Dixon counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Dixon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Storm defends well and Dixon ends up having to push Storm into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon misses with a body punch.
Dixon is looking to break free of the clinch but Storm has double underhooks. #BC2#
Storm manages to break the clinch.
Dixon misses with a body shot.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Dixon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dixon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
Storm feints and then cracks Dixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dixon down.
Storm throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Dixon takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Dixon scores with a shot to the body.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dixon half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Dixon is just out of range.
Dixon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm wants to slow Dixon down by chopping away at his legs. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Storm enables Dixon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Storm manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Storm has his foot on Dixon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dixon works his way back into a safe position though.
Dixon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Storm's guard.
Storm is staying active underneath Dixon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dixon seems to be looking for submissions. #T2#
Storm is looking to control Dixon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Storm avoid being mounted?
Storm is concentrating on defense, preventing Dixon from advancing position.
Dixon trying to control from half guard but Storm is working away.
Storm controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Storm moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dixon advances to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon controlling the action here.
Dixon's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T3#
Dixon wants to free his trapped foot but Storm is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dixon wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy.
Storm trying to control from the bottom.
Dixon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Storm tries to get to full guard but Dixon has control of the leg. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dixon is looking to pass Storm's guard but actually Storm recovers to full guard.
Dixon advances position into side control!
Storm can't do much from the bottom here.
Storm is not content to let Dixon control the position.
Storm wants to control but Dixon postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon tries to advance to mount but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon 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#
Dixon blocks a jab.
Dixon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dixon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dixon slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dixon feints a jab promting Storm to slip. Dixon then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Storm slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Storm avoids it really well and circles away.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dixon's head backwards.
Dixon throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Dixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice shot lands for Dixon.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm throws out a leg kick but Dixon moves out of range and Storm only half commits. #T1#
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Dixon is out of range.
Dixon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dixon tries for a takedown but Storm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dixon manages to avoid it.
Dixon swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm throws a fast counter high kick but Dixon manages to duck under it in time.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dixon is looking to counter punch.
Dixon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Storm throws a counter combo.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Dixon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Dixon throws a sloppy body shot
and Storm counters with a big head kick but Dixon shrugs it off.
Dixon moves out of range of the body kick from Storm.
Storm feints and then cracks Dixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dixon down. #T2#
Storm swings for the body but Dixon moves out of range.
Storm moves away from the strike by Dixon.
Dixon avoids the body shot from Storm.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dixon looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon shoots in but Storm avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darren Dixon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Dixon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Storm avoids it really well and circles away.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Dixon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dixon is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm lands a high kick!
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Dixon digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Dixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dixon or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad.
Storm lands a nice looking kick to the body. Dixon takes a step back to recover.
Dixon connects with the punch.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Dixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dixon doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dixon.
Dixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Dixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Dixon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#TD#
Dixon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Storm being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Storm working for a triangle but Dixon defends it easily.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Storm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Storm punishes Dixon's body with a nice straight punch.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Dixon attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dixon moves away.
Storm misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Dixon counters with a single leg into guard. Storm didn't expect that.
Storm pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage.
Storm looking for a sweep. Not yet Storm, not yet.
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Storm is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Dixon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dixon trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Storm had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.
Dixon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Storm throws a body punch but Dixon moves out of range.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Dixon saw that one coming.
Storm scores with a jab.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dixon.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dixon digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm jabs Dixon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm is looking to slow Dixon down with leg kicks.
Dixon is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dixon walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Dixon fails to land the takedown.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Dixon moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dixon.
Dixon lands a right hook to the body.
Dixon moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm throws a head kick that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Dixon blocks the leg kick.
Dixon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dixon shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A slow jab from Dixon misses its intended target.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dixon.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD#
Dixon feints and as Storm raises his hands in defense, Dixon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Darren Dixon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Dixon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dixon wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving. #T4#
Storm pulls Dixon in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Storm is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dixon defends well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dixon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lincoln Storm.
I think Storm 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#903 Falcone v Papa     
Date:   Jul 17, 2021
#R1#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Laine manages to avoid it.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laine keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm swings for the body but Laine moves out of range.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Laine tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Laine's head back.
Laine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
Laine lands a nice hook to Storm's body. Storm takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've been informed that Storm has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Laine fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Laine takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Storm misses with a leg kick
and Laine counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laine looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Storm avoids the body shot from Laine.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm thuds a left hand into Laine's body.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Laine's leg but Laine calmly moves out of range. #T1#
Laine stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Laine is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Laine pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Laine moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Laine scores with a jab to the head.
Storm swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Laine.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Laine rather than just go for the knockout.
Laine moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm lands with a slapping head kick.
Storm lands a body shot.
Nice shot by Storm.
Laine takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Laine.
Laine throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Laine off the cage and back into range.
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Laine.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T2#
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm is looking to slow Laine down with leg kicks.
Storm throws a head kick but Laine moves out of range.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Laine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Laine is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm throws a predictable looking body shot
and Laine counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Laine thows a left - swing and a miss!
Laine lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Laine.
Storm feints and then cracks Laine's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Laine down.
Laine connects with a body shot that sends Storm's belly button to the back.
Storm throws a shot to the body.
Storm walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
Storm dips to his left and cracks Laine with an uppercut!
Laine walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Storm checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm lands a jab to Laine's midsection.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm walks into a left hand.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm is looking to slow Laine down with leg kicks.
Laine moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Laine lands a lovely overhand right.
Laine throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Laine.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Laine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laine takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Laine moves out of range of the body kick.
Laine throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Laine sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T4#
Laine jabs at Storm's body.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Laine.
Laine looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Laine tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Laine swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Laine pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Laine at a distance.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Laine.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Some bone on bone action there as Laine checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm lands with a kick to the ribs.
Storm is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Laine had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Storm misses with a wild combination.
Laine tries to bum rush Storm with a series of wild strikes but Storm uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A swing and a miss from Laine.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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#
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm defending well as Laine loads up on a big left hand.
A big right from Laine misses.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice cross by Storm.
Storm throws a body punch but Laine moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Laine has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Laine and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Storm connects with a jab.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laine attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Laine doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm is looking to chop away at Laine's legs.
Storm throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
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!
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Laine at a distance.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Storm works Laine's body with a nice hook.
Laine uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm lands with a slapping head kick.
Storm throws a head kick that half lands.
Storm blocks a head kick by Laine.
Storm lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Laine is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Laine moved out of range nicely.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A telegraphed right hand from Laine misses the target.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And Laine counters with a quick kick to the body but Storm blocks it.
Laine will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Laine moves out of range as Storm throws a body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Laine.
Storm throws out a counter right but Laine avoids it with no problem.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Laine 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Laine has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm throws a body punch but Laine moves out of range. #T2#
Storm throws out a leg kick but Laine moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Laine lands with a nice combination. Storm backs away looking to recover.
Laine lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Laine misses with a looping left.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Laine staying out of range there.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Laine stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Laine checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm jabs at Laine's body.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm throws a nice head kick!
Laine avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Laine takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm tries a low kick but Laine avoids it.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm misses with a leg kick. #T3#
Laine checks the leg kick nicely there.
Laine feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Laine throws a right and a left that Storm avoids nicely.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm slips a jab from Laine.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Laine moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
Storm tries to work over Laine's front leg with a kick but Laine checks it.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Laine takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Laine moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm thows a leg kick but Laine checks it
enabling Laine to counter with a crisp jab.
Laine misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Storm throws a head kick but Laine moves out of range.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Laine tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Laine had a free shot at his head there.#T4#
Laine scores with a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Laine scores with a jab to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Laine might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Laine throws a quick inside leg kick.
Laine checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Laine moves his leg out of the way.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Laine moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm 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.
Storm misses with a hook.
Laine thows a leg kick but Storm checks it
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses Laine's front leg but catches the back leg as Laine tries to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Laine there.
Laine thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Storm if he has to take too many more of those.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Laine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some bone on bone action there as Storm checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Laine slips a jab and a cross from Storm.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Laine is looking to score with low kicks.
Laine moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromStorm.
Laine turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Laine throws a big shot that misses.
Storm digs a good hook to Laine's body.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Laine throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laine throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Laine misses the jab.
Donk. Storm catches Laine right on the button with a cross.
Storm lands a head kick! #T1#
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Laine on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Laine throws a quick inside leg kick.
Laine throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Laine scores with a push kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Laine has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Laine and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Laine keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Laine's ribs.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Laine looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Laine takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Laine misses with a leg kick.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Storm.
Laine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Laine wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Muuka Laine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Storm blocks a head kick by Laine.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Laine is wise to it.
Storm pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Laine takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Laine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Laine's knee but Laine avoids it well.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Laine's shoulder, as Laine tries to avoid the shot.
Laine throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Laine uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Laine misses with a hook
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Laine lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Laine tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Storm is able to avoid easily.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Laine's leg but Laine calmly moves out of range.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Laine misses with a hook
and Storm counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T3#
Laine fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Laine slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm connects with a high kick.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Laine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Laine manages to avoid it.
A left and a right from Laine both land. Nice combination. #CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Laine throws a body kick that misses.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Laine with a nice cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Laine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Storm is rocked!
Laine takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Laine misses with an uppercut.
Laine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
Storm pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Laine throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Laine misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a low kick, right behind Laine 's knee.
Laine throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Laine only half commits.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Laine.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Good shot there by Storm.
Storm scores with a jab to the body.
Laine loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Laine checks a low kick from Storm.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow Laine down.
Laine is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
A telegraphed right hand from Laine misses the target.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#899 Papa v Falcone     
Date:   Jun 19, 2021
#R1#
Storm staying out of range there.
Dee throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Dee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dee throws a good cross that connects.
Dee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dee looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
Dee throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Dee throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Dee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dee throws out the jab.
Dee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Storm was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dee.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Dee throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dee has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dee lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Dee throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dee takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dee.
Dee throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Dee throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Storm takes a swing at Dee's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Dee slips a straight right by Storm.
Dee moves away from the strike by Storm.
Dee 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.
Storm is looking to slow Dee down with leg kicks.
Storm slips under a jab.
Dee throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with an outside leg kick.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Dee with a jab.
A big left from Dee misses.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Dee misses the target.
A punch lands to the side of Storm 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dee scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dee attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dee moves out of range as Storm strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dee looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dee.#T2#
Dee misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dee throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range.
Storm swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dee moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dee.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dee was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Dee takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Dee's corner calls for a 1-2. Dee obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dee wants to slow Storm down by chopping away at his legs.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dee.
Dee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Dee misses its intended target.
Dee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm thumps Dee with a low kick.
Dee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
A jab from Dee misses.
Storm blocks a head kick by Dee.
Dee looks to land a combination but Storm avoids it well.
Dee misses the shot to the body.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dee.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dee misses with a straight left.
Dee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dee throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Dee misses with a body kick.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dee misses with a looping right.
Dee looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Dee with a nice calf kick.
Dee throws a nice head kick!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dee misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters with a nice leg kick.
A jab from Dee misses. #T4#
Storm is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dee looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Dee walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dee throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm throws a head kick that Dee semi-blocks.
Dee misses with a wild body shot.
Storm jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dee checks a leg kick.
Dee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Both fighters circling a little - Dee finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Dee throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm misses with a low kick as Dee jumps back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dee.
Dee's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dee checks it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Klay Dee will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dee tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Klay Dee seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dee's sensitive parts.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Dee tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm blocks a jab.
Dee is looking to score with low kicks.
A counter left hand to the body from Storm misses its target.
Storm throws a body punch but Dee moves out of range.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Storm checks a leg kick nicely.
Dee throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dee was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Dee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm is looking to wear down Dee with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm thuds his shin into the meat of Dee's side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dee misses the jab.
Dee avoids the body shot from Storm.
Dee connects with a looping right hand.
Klay Dee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Storm.
Storm takes a swing at Dee's ribcage but misses.
Dee swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big left from Dee misses.
Storm half committed to a counter leg kick.
Storm wants to slow Dee down by chopping away at his legs.
A countering left hand to the body from Dee misses.#T1#
Dee walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A head kick misses from Dee.
As Dee backs away, Storm returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jab from Storm.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dee.
No joy there for Dee, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Donk. Dee catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Dee throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm tried to counter with a leg kick but Dee avoided it.
Dee misses the jab.
Dee misses with a leg kick.
Dee keeps Storm at a distance using the push kick.
Storm scores with a nice body kick.
Dee misses with a hook.
Storm throws a head kick that Dee semi-blocks.
Dee catches Storm with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dee throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm slips a jab and a cross from Dee.
Dee misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dee's knee momentarily.
Dee scores with a jab to the head.
Dee misses with a looping left.
It appears Storm was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
Storm comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dee moves away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Dee had a free shot at his head there.
Dee looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Dee takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Dee throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm wants to slow Dee down by chopping away at his legs.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dee throws out the jab.
Dee takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Some bone on bone action there as Dee checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dee throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Dee throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Dee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Dee uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Dee throws a fast counter high kick but Storm manages to duck under it in time.
Dee throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Dee's defenses.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Dee is just out of range.#T3#
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm defending well as Dee loads up on a big left hand.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm swings for the body but Dee moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Dee.
A punch lands to the side of Storm 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dee lands with an uppercut that bounces Storm off the cage and back into range.
Dee paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dee checks a low kick from Storm.
Dee misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Dee slips the punch.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dee throws out the jab.
Dee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dee scores with a hook.
Dee throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And Storm counters with a quick kick to the body but Dee blocks it.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Dee throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick lands for Storm.
Dee tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Storm throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Dee scores with a leg kick.
Dee avoids the body shot from Storm.
Dee misses with a straight right.
Dee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dee misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Dee misses with a right hand
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Dee getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dee misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Dee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Dee missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dee throws a sloppy head kick and Storm moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dee throws a big shot that misses.
Storm looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dee cracks Storm with a good jab.
Dee throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Storm tests Dee's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dee throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Klay Dee will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Storm'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#
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Dee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm throws a counter high kick but Dee was just alert enough to avoid it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Dee throws a chopping leg kick but Storm manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dee lands a high kick!
Dee misses with a looping right.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
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!
Storm throws a low kick but Dee moves out of range easily.
Dee lands with a slapping head kick.
A left and a right from Dee both land. Nice combination. #T1#
Dee misses with a looping left.
Dee misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Storm was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dee.
Storm slips a straight right by Dee.
Dee wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Storm. Dee shrugs it off though.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Dee misses.
Storm throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dee.
Dee lands a glancing blow to the side of Storm's head.
Dee checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dee throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Dee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Dee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm moves away from the strike by Dee.
Dee will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Dee misses with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Dee's defenses.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dee misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Dee takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dee tries a head kick but it misses.
Dee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Dee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm throws a leg kick but Dee sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dee blocks a head kick by Storm.
Storm motions for Dee to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Dee loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm blocks the body kick.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Dee tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Storm is able to avoid easily.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Dee blocks the leg kick.
Dee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm slips under a jab from Dee.
As Dee backs away, Storm returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Dee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Klay Dee is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dee throws a big shot that misses.
Dee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm 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.
The fighters circling - Dee throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dee swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dee misses with a double jab.
Storm wants to slow Dee down by chopping away at his legs.
A little jabbing left from Dee on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Dee moves his leg out of the way.
A left lands for Storm.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Dee.
Dee throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dee. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dee throws out the jab.
Dee blocks a head kick by Storm.
Dee looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Dee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dee pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Dee settles back down.
Storm slips a jab from Dee.
Storm moves away from the strike by Dee.
Donk. Dee catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Dee misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a leg kick.
Dee moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Dee throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dee buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Klay Dee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dee 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klay Dee!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#895 Hiro v Kodjia     
Date:   May 22, 2021
#R1#
Websphere throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Websphere checks a leg kick.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Websphere thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm scores with a decent looking hook.
Storm throws a series of punches but Websphere moves out of range.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Websphere.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm is looking to chop away at Websphere's legs. #CL2#
Websphere moves into the clinch.
Websphere lands a nice shot to the body.
Websphere lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Websphere gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Websphere fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Websphere misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Websphere fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Websphere takes a knee right on the jaw!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Websphere blocking some punches.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Storm crunches a lovely knee into Websphere's ribcage.#T1#
Websphere pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Websphere looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Websphere lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Websphere lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Websphere.
Websphere lands a body shot in the clinch.
Storm on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Websphere blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Websphere wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Storm is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Websphere is defending well for now.
Websphere blocks an uppercut.
Storm misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Websphere.
Websphere takes a knee right on the jaw!
Websphere throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Websphere misses with a hook to the ribs.
Websphere swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Websphere blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Websphere doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Storm stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Websphere misses with the head strike.
Storm missing with knees to the body. #BC2#
Websphere breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Websphere looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Websphere takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Websphere on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Websphere misses with a hook to the body
and Storm counters with a leg kick.
Websphere throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Websphere fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Websphere throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm tries to land a front kick but Websphere steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Storm jabs Websphere to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Websphere misses with a looping right.
Websphere swings for the body but Storm moves out of range. #T3#
Websphere checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Websphere takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Websphere lands a nice looking body shot.
Websphere throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Websphere staying out of range there.
Websphere throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Websphere ducks down to avoid it.
Websphere just misses with a punch to the body.
Websphere throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Websphere wants to counter with a clinch but Storm pushes him away.
Websphere blocks a head kick by Storm.
Websphere is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
A bone on bone clash there as Websphere blocks the leg kick.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Websphere was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Websphere swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm throws a one two combo.
Websphere just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm slips under a jab.#T4#
Websphere drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good exchange - Websphere coming out on top.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Websphere is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Storm rather than just go for the knockout.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Websphere turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Websphere off balance momentarily.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Websphere connects with a solid leg kick.
Websphere swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm tries a head kick but it misses.
Websphere uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Websphere is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Storm is predictable there #CL2#
and Websphere moves into the clinch.
Websphere swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Websphere tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Websphere throws a head punch that misses.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Websphere has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Websphere swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Websphere looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm 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.
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Websphere.
Storm misses with a series of wild punches.
Websphere looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Websphere misses with a hook
and Storm counters with a nice leg kick.
Storm throws a head kick but Websphere moves out of range.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Websphere checks it.
Websphere doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Websphere with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm moves out of range as Websphere throws a body kick.
Websphere on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Websphere fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Websphere looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Websphere feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Storm shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm throws a sloppy head kick and Websphere moves out of range easily.
A big right from Websphere misses.
Websphere loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Websphere misses with a kick to the body.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A swing and a miss from Websphere.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A low kick from Storm misses
and Websphere counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Websphere moves into the clinch successfully.
Websphere throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T2#
Websphere on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Websphere has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Websphere pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Websphere lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Websphere on the inside.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Websphere scores with a knee to the head.
Websphere works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Websphere lands a body shot in the clinch.
Websphere tries to break the clinch but Storm is controlling the position.
Storm blocking some punches.
Storm working Websphere over with knees to the body.
Websphere tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Websphere lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Storm manages to break the clinch.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Websphere misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm. #T3#
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Websphere was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
A left lands for Websphere.
Websphere tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Websphere throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Websphere misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
A punch combination from Websphere misses.
That kick from Storm tenderised Websphere's leg. Websphere is trying to keep his angry face on.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Websphere throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm lands a nice hook to Websphere's body. Websphere takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Websphere's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Websphere wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Storm takes one on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm avoids the head kick by Websphere.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Websphere throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Websphere lands a right hook to the body.
Websphere scores with a push kick.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Websphere is able to avoid easily.
Storm's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Websphere tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Storm is looking to chop away at Websphere's legs.
Websphere takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Websphere uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Websphere throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
Storm misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but BM Websphere will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Websphere wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Websphere looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Storm lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Websphere connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Websphere 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. #CL2#
Websphere moves into the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Websphere.
Websphere blocks an uppercut.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Websphere throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Websphere tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Websphere back against the cage.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
Websphere misses with a knee to the head.
Websphere struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands. #T1#
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
Websphere has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Websphere swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Websphere tries to land a knee to the head but Storm blocks with his arms.
Storm landing knees to the head.
Websphere lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
Storm prevents a body shot from Websphere.
Websphere tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nice elbow from Websphere.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Websphere takes a knee to the side of the body.
Websphere lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
BM Websphere seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Websphere misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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!
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Websphere lands an elbow that stopped Storm in his tracks for a moment.
Websphere misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Websphere wants to break free but Storm has control.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Websphere lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Websphere is blocking nicely.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Websphere is blocking nicely.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Websphere.
A short right from Websphere.
Websphere with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Websphere lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Websphere avoids it.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Websphere fails to land.
Websphere tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Websphere tries to land knees in the clinch but Storm avoids the damage to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.#T3#
Websphere tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Websphere using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Storm has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A body shot lands from Websphere.
Websphere swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Websphere breaks from the clinch.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Websphere tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Websphere.
Websphere tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm connects with a leg kick.
Storm takes a swing at Websphere's ribcage but misses.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Websphere tries to clinch
and Websphere takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Websphere has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
A nice leg kick lands there from Storm. #T4#
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
Websphere swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Websphere throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A head kick misses from Websphere.
Storm throws a body punch but Websphere moves out of range.
Websphere slips a jab and a cross from Storm.
Websphere throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Websphere checks a low kick from Storm.
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Websphere blocks a leg kick.
Websphere swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Websphere lands with a good body shot.
Websphere misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm takes a swing at Websphere's ribcage but misses.
Websphere looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.

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 Lincoln Storm.
I think Storm 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lincoln Storm!

Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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: GAMMA#891 Spud v Wrexham     
Date:   Apr 24, 2021
#R1#
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
De Andrade looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
De Andrade throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
The fighters circling - De Andrade throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've been informed that Storm has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
De Andrade misses with a body kick.
Storm takes one on the button.
De Andrade tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Storm feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits De Andrades jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
De Andrade pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
De Andrade scores with a nice right hand.
Storm takes a swing at De Andrade's ribcage but misses.
De Andrade misses the shot to the body.
De Andrade ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
De Andrade scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Andrade jabs at Storm's body.
De Andrade listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
De Andrade misses with a straight left.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser. #T1#
De Andrade throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm misses with a straight left.
De Andrade wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow De Andrade down.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Storm defending well as De Andrade loads up on a big left hand.
De Andrade avoids the head kick by Storm.
De Andrade swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
De Andrade throws a sloppy head kick
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
De Andrade cracks Storm with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as De Andrade checks a leg kick.
De Andrade misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
De Andrade missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
De Andrade takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
De Andrade throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from De Andrade.
De Andrade takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
De Andrade avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Jab by De Andrade.
De Andrade takes a shot right to the bread basket.
De Andrade scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
De Andrade gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Storm lands a knee to the head.
Storm tries a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks it.
Storm tries a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by De Andrade.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
De Andrade lands a right hand.
De Andrade lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, De Andrade creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
De Andrade lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
De Andrade is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
De Andrade tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
De Andrade breaks from the clinch. #CL#
De Andrade pushes Storm up against the cage in a clinch.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade cracks Storm with a nice body shot.#T3#
Storm misses with some punches.
De Andrade can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
De Andrade misses with a body punch.
De Andrade tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm takes a shot to the head.
De Andrade tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
De Andrade throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A head punch blocked on the inside by De Andrade.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Storm lands a knee to the head.
De Andrade lands a nice shot to the body.
De Andrade lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
De Andrade working aggressively here.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Andrade misses with a hook to the ribs.
De Andrade doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
De Andrade throws a head punch that misses.
Storm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of De Andrade backwards.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks with his arms.
De Andrade can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
De Andrade misses with a punch on the inside.
De Andrade's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
De Andrade misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
De Andrade's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
De Andrade instigates a clinch.
Storm tries a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks it.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but De Andrade has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
De Andrade scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of De Andrades head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Andrade lands with a short head shot on the inside.
De Andrade goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
De Andrade lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
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 Marcelo Costa De Andrade will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
De Andrade rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Storm moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts De Andrade, as that shot connected.
De Andrade tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from De Andrade with a body shot.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down De Andrade rather than just go for the knockout.
De Andrade on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm scores with a push kick.
De Andrade fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm cracks De Andrade with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
De Andrade digs a good body shot into Storm's ribs.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm with a hook.
De Andrade lands with a nice body punch.
Storm misses with a low kick.
As Storm tries to get set, De Andrade tries to push him back and clinch up but Storm manages to avoid the attempt.
De Andrade moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Andrade bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
De Andrade misses with a body shot.
Storm sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A big right from De Andrade misses.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as De Andrade throws out the jab.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
De Andrade attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
De Andrade misses the jab.
Good shot there by De Andrade.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
De Andrade wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
De Andrade lands with an overhand left.#CL#
De Andrade gets in close and instigates a clinch.
De Andrade lands a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from De Andrade fails to land.
De Andrade misses with a shot to the kidneys.
De Andrade takes a knee right on the jaw!
Storm scores with a shot to the side of De Andrade's head.
A head punch on the inside from De Andrade fails to land.
De Andrade blocking some punches. #BC#
De Andrade breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Andrade wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
De Andrade lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
De Andrade avoids a kick to the body.
A swing and a miss from De Andrade.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Storm misses with a straight right.
De Andrade fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
De Andrade looking to land some kicks to the body here.
De Andrade staying out of range there.
Storm takes a swing at De Andrade's ribcage but misses.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
De Andrade lands a slapping body shot.
De Andrade jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but De Andrade sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
De Andrade throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big right from De Andrade misses.
De Andrade throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T3#
A head kick misses from Storm.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
De Andrade takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm blocks a head kick by De Andrade.
De Andrade throws a body kick that misses.
Storm throws a low kick but De Andrade moves out of range easily.
Storm misses with a body punch
and De Andrade counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
De Andrade tries to bum rush Storm with a series of wild strikes but Storm uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but De Andrade checks it.
De Andrade throws a body kick that misses.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
De Andrade has taken the fight to the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Storm blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by De Andrade. #T4#
De Andrade lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
De Andrade throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of De Andrade backwards.
De Andrade lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
De Andrade misses with a hook to the ribs.
De Andrade lands a left hand. #BC#
De Andrade pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
De Andrade takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Some wild striking there from De Andrade.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
De Andrade swings and misses with a hook to the body.
De Andrade pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A jab from De Andrade misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcelo Costa De Andrade dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
De Andrade throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
De Andrade 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.
De Andrade chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm staying out of range there.
Storm blocks the body kick.
Storm misses with a low kick as De Andrade jumps back.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Andrade was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. De Andrade sees it coming and avoids it easily.
That kick from De Andrade tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
De Andrade thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
De Andrade fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
De Andrade lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
De Andrade blocks a leg kick.
De Andrade is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?#T1#
De Andrade throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Andrade.
De Andrade rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Storm moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Storm slips under a jab from De Andrade.#CL#
De Andrade closes the distance and clinches.
De Andrade pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
De Andrade misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm connects with a knee to the head.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Storm connects with a nasty looking knee right to De Andrade's face. #ROC2#De Andrade is rocked!
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from De Andrade.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm blocking some punches.
De Andrade tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing De Andrade back against the cage.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but De Andrade blocks it with crossed arms.
A short right from De Andrade on the inside.
Storm tries to land knees in the clinch but De Andrade avoids the damage to the body. #T2#
De Andrade can't break the clinch.
De Andrade misses with a short punch on the inside.
De Andrade swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
A left hand lands to the body for Storm.
De Andrade tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
De Andrade can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
A body shot lands from Storm.
Storm tries a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by De Andrade.
De Andrade has had enough of the clinch but Storm keeps him there for the moment.
Storm tries to work over De Andrade's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm has De Andrade pressed against the cage, preventing De Andrade from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
De Andrade lands a right hand.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but De Andrade blocks it with crossed arms.
Storm throws an elbow that misses. #T3#
De Andrade tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but De Andrade blocks it with crossed arms.
De Andrade struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
De Andrade blocking some punches.
De Andrade goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from De Andrade - that landed with a thud.
Storm misses with a knee strike. #BC#
De Andrade breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
De Andrade tries to clinch up but Storm circles away and keeps his distance.
Storm lands a glancing blow to the side of De Andrade's head.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL#
De Andrade fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the cage.
Storm throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
De Andrade lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
De Andrade lands a body shot in the clinch.
De Andrade throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms 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!
De Andrade has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
De Andrade lands a nice uppercut.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from De Andrade.
Storm takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
De Andrade scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head. #BC#
De Andrade pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm tries to work over De Andrade's front leg with a kick but De Andrade checks it.
De Andrade lands a glancing blow to the side of Storm's head.
De Andrade swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and De Andrade takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
De Andrade lands an overhand right.
A slapping leg kick lands for De Andrade.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Storm misses with a low kick as De Andrade jumps back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marcelo Costa De Andrade showed his dominance in that final round.
Well De Andrade 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 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcelo Costa De Andrade!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Marcelo Costa De Andrade waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: GAMMA#887 Lombardo v Poli     
Date:   Mar 27, 2021
#R1#
Storm fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
De Andrade takes a shot right to the bread basket.
De Andrade rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm scores with a jab.
Sloppy strikes from De Andrade. Those never looked like landing.
Storm tries to counter with a clinch but De Andrade shakes him off and moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as De Andrade checks a leg kick.
De Andrade appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
De Andrade wants to clinch.
Storm slips a straight right by De Andrade.
A nice side step and Storm releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
De Andrade swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm slips a jab from De Andrade.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by De Andrade.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
De Andrade throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
De Andrade tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
De Andrade pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
De Andrade rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Storm moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Storm lands with a slapping head kick.
We've been informed that Storm has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
De Andrade throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm moves out of range as De Andrade throws a body kick.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
De Andrade misses with a wild body shot.
De Andrade changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
De Andrade has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Zero Tolerance in the buildup to the fight.
Storm thuds a left hand into De Andrade's body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as De Andrade checks a leg kick.
Storm digs a good hook to De Andrade's body.
De Andrade lands the left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Andrade throws a leg kick that misses.
De Andrade misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
De Andrade misses the jab.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from De Andrade with a body shot.
De Andrade takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm jabs De Andrade right on the nose. De Andrade blinks but takes it well.#T2#
De Andrade uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
De Andrade swinging wildly here.
Storm throws a head kick but De Andrade moves out of range.
De Andrade seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. De Andrade looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
De Andrade misses with a double jab
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
De Andrade fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by De Andrade. De Andrade obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
De Andrade lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
De Andrade takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
De Andrade throws a right hand that Storm ducks under and follows up with a left that Storm also avoids with ease.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A combination from De Andrade does no damage.
De Andrade throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
De Andrade missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters circling - De Andrade throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fighters circling - De Andrade throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
De Andrade lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Storm backs up against the cage.
De Andrade fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
De Andrade looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
De Andrade swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm misses the jab.
De Andrade throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL#
De Andrade instigates a clinch.
De Andrade lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm pushes De Andrade back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
De Andrade lands an uppercut.
De Andrade goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
De Andrade blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
De Andrade lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Storm tries to land knees in the clinch but De Andrade avoids the damage to the body.
De Andrade lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
De Andrade blocking some punches.
De Andrade lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
De Andrade misses with a short punch on the inside.
De Andrade throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but De Andrade blocks it with crossed arms.
De Andrade lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by De Andrade.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
De Andrade lands with a short punch from the clinch.
De Andrade misses with a punch to the body.
Storm gets through De Andrade's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks with his arms.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Storm gets through De Andrade's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
De Andrade lands with a short punch from the clinch.
De Andrade swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm misses with some punches.
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 Marcelo Costa De Andrade will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
De Andrade misses with a wild combination.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
De Andrade pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Storm back to the cage. De Andrade follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
De Andrade ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm works De Andrade's body with a nice hook.
De Andrade throws a leg kick that is checked
and Storm counters with an outside leg kick.
De Andrade misses with a two punch combination.
Storm throws a right hand that De Andrade ducks under and follows up with a left that De Andrade also avoids with ease.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down De Andrade rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm misses with a low kick.
De Andrade takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm missing with a left hand there. De Andrade was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Andrade misses with a jab, cross combination.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. De Andrade does a little dance to reset his feet.
De Andrade chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
De Andrade takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T1#
De Andrade jabbing away but nothing is landing.
De Andrade is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#CL#
De Andrade has closed the distance and engaged Storm in a clinch.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
De Andrade working some nice short punches in the clinch.
De Andrade lands a body punch in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on De Andrade's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
De Andrade breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A big right from De Andrade misses.
De Andrade throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Andrade manages to avoid it.
De Andrade tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Storm manages to circle out of the way.
De Andrade waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but De Andrade steps away.
De Andrade lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - De Andrade scores with a four punch combination!
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Good standup being displayed there by Storm as he connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Andrade avoids the body shot from Storm.
De Andrade steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Storm. That one must have hurt.#T2#
Crunch! Storm slams his shin into De Andrade's torso.
De Andrade takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
De Andrade pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
De Andrade connects with a good right hand that stumbles Storm. Storm circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
De Andrade jabs at Storm's body.
Storm misses with a body shot.
De Andrade misses with a straight left.
De Andrade swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm slips under a jab.
De Andrade scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Storm throws the left hand but De Andrade avoids the punch easily.
De Andrade tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
De Andrade looks to clinch
and Storm counters with a right hand to the body. #CL#
De Andrade has closed the distance and engaged Storm in a clinch.
Storm scores with a knee to the head.
De Andrade softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
De Andrade lands a left hand.
Storm blocks a body shot from De Andrade.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
De Andrade throws a head punch that misses.
De Andrade misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm trying to land knees to the body.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm blocks an uppercut. #BC#
De Andrade breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. De Andrade does a little dance to reset his feet.
De Andrade throws an ugly left hook that misses
and De Andrade takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. De Andrade does a little dance to reset his feet.
De Andrade scores with a sloppy right hand. Storm should have avoided that one.
De Andrade drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#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!
Storm dodges the punch combination from De Andrade.
A left and a right from De Andrade both land. Nice combination. #CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Storm is looking to clinch.
De Andrade dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
De Andrade changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
De Andrade fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Storm has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
De Andrade ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
De Andrade slips under a jab.#CL#
De Andrade rushes Storm and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Storm gets through De Andrade's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
De Andrade lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm blocking some punches.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but De Andrade blocks with his arms.
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 Marcelo Costa De Andrade will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
De Andrade is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Andrade was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Andrade manages to avoid it.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt De Andrade.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm misses with a looping left.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as De Andrade checks a leg kick.
De Andrade tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Storm manages to circle out of the way.
De Andrade looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow De Andrade down.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm catches De Andrade with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
De Andrade fails in his attempt to clinch.
De Andrade throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm connects with the punch.
De Andrade throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as De Andrade throws out the jab. #T1#
De Andrade connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
De Andrade tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
De Andrade throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
De Andrade will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm tries a head kick but it misses.
De Andrade throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Storm is looking to slow De Andrade down with leg kicks.
De Andrade staying out of range there.
Storm thumps De Andrade with a low kick.
Some wild striking there from De Andrade.
De Andrade tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
De Andrade takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Storm delivers a nice body kick.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from De Andrade.
Storm looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from De Andrade.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Andrade is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
De Andrade lands a jab-cross combination.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
De Andrade misses with a wild body shot.
De Andrade has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Storm finds it's way round the side to connect with De Andrade's head.
Storm lands with a right hand.
De Andrade fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
De Andrade ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as De Andrade lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Storm lands a jab to De Andrade's midsection.
Storm misses with a head kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
De Andrade swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent De Andrade stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
De Andrade smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
De Andrade tries to bum rush Storm with a series of wild strikes but Storm uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Storm wants to counter with a clinch but De Andrade pushes him away.
De Andrade checks the leg kick.
De Andrade waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
De Andrade swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
De Andrade throws a right hand that Storm ducks under and follows up with a left that Storm also avoids with ease.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks De Andrade off balance momentarily.
De Andrade swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
De Andrade lets loose with a powerful body kick. Storm will feel that in the morning.
Storm works De Andrade's body with a nice hook.
De Andrade with a nice calf kick.
Storm misses with an uppercut. De Andrade saw that one coming.
De Andrade looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
De Andrade throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as De Andrade throws out the jab.
De Andrade works the jab nicely.
De Andrade throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Storm scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping De Andrade at a distance.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
De Andrade misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Storm lands with a kick to the ribs.
De Andrade misses with a shot to the body
and Storm counters with a thumping low kick.
De Andrade takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
De Andrade tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
De Andrade jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
De Andrade throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
De Andrade misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
De Andrade takes a shot right to the bread basket.
De Andrade just misses with a punch to the body.
De Andrade backing away here, and Storm unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Andrade tries to clinch but Storm is having none of it.
That kick from Storm tenderised De Andrade's leg. De Andrade is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marcelo Costa De Andrade is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
De Andrade keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think De Andrade 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: GAMMA#883 Damagon v Bolleke     
Date:   Feb 27, 2021
#R1#
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
MacNamara ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
It looked like MacNamara was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Storm.
MacNamara throws a series of punches but Storm avoids them all with ease.
Storm cracks MacNamara with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
MacNamara walks into a straight right hand from Storm.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacNamara takes one to the chin there.
MacNamara lands a front kick.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara throws a counter high kick but Storm was just alert enough to avoid it.
MacNamara misses with a looping left.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacNamara is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacNamara blocks a low kick nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacNamara goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm throws a leg kick
and MacNamara counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara. #T1#
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacNamara checks it well.
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 MacNamara has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacNamara and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
MacNamara appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Storm.
MacNamara just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacNamara is able to avoid easily.
Storm thumps MacNamara with a low kick.
MacNamara throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacNamara is looking to score with low kicks.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacNamara.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but MacNamara steps away.
Storm has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacNamara is out of range.
MacNamara was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch but MacNamara swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
That kick from MacNamara tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
MacNamara throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
MacNamara bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping MacNamara at a distance.
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
MacNamara connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacNamara defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
MacNamara misses with a looping left.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacNamara.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from MacNamara.
Storm thumps MacNamara with a low kick.
MacNamara throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm unleashes a big counter combination but MacNamara bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
MacNamara chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
MacNamara jabs at Storm's body.
MacNamara walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Storm is looking to chop away at MacNamara's legs. #T3#
Storm 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.
Storm tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacNamara has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacNamara misses with a leg kick
and Storm counters with a good low kick that MacNamara was not able to check.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL2#
Storm gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
MacNamara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm throws a jab when MacNamara was well out of range.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacNamara is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Storm avoids the head kick by MacNamara.
MacNamara walks into a straight right hand from Storm.
MacNamara takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
A low kick lands for Storm.
MacNamara jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm 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.
Storm throws out a loose jab but MacNamara uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacNamara.
MacNamara is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacNamara throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Storm wants to clinch.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice body kick from MacNamara.
Storm avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
Storm looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacNamara staying out of range there.
Storm throws out a loose jab but MacNamara uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacNamara throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
A jab lands there for MacNamara.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for MacNamara's leg but MacNamara calmly moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and MacNamara tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacNamara throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm takes a swing at MacNamara's ribcage but misses.
Storm missing with a left hand there. MacNamara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacNamara fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Storm 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.
MacNamara jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Storm takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Storm tests MacNamara's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from MacNamara misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacNamara 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacNamara is out of range and Storm settles back down.
MacNamara is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm cracks MacNamara with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacNamara is looking to wear down Storm with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
MacNamara misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Storm counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T1#
Storm lands a shoulder strike.
MacNamara softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
MacNamara breaks from the clinch.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacNamara looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacNamara tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
A head kick misses from Storm.
MacNamara half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacNamara throws the kick towards the body but Storm avoids it.
Sloppy strikes from MacNamara. Those never looked like landing.
And Storm responds with a good body kick, but MacNamara manages to step out the way in time.
MacNamara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Storm throws a wild body kick that MacNamara sees coming a mile off.
MacNamara is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacNamara throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T2#
MacNamara pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
MacNamara staying out of range there.
MacNamara missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacNamara pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacNamara swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
MacNamara misses with a straight left.
MacNamara attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Storm throws a body kick that misses.
MacNamara throws a quick counter kick to the body but Storm avoids it.
Storm tries a low kick but MacNamara avoids it.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
MacNamara misses with a low kick.
MacNamara swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm is looking to land body kicks.
MacNamara has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Storm is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but MacNamara checks it.
Storm will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Storm misses with a straight left.
MacNamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
MacNamara fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacNamara misses with a body punch
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacNamara misses with a low kick.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacNamara connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm cracks MacNamara with a right hand to the side of the head.
Storm 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.
MacNamara looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A big left from Storm misses.
MacNamara slips a straight right by Storm.#T4#
MacNamara blocks a leg kick.
Storm throws a head kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A good leg kick by MacNamara.
That kick from Storm tenderised MacNamara's leg. MacNamara is trying to keep his angry face on.
MacNamara blocks a jab.
MacNamara lands a slapping body shot.
Storm takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A decent looking body kick lands there for MacNamara.
Storm connects with a right hand. MacNamara shakes it off.
MacNamara swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara scoring well with a low kick there.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacNamara throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side.
Storm throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Storm - that will leave a mark!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
MacNamara throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacNamara doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacNamara checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
MacNamara half committed to a counter leg kick.
Storm takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacNamara throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
MacNamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from MacNamara.
A head kick misses from Storm.
Nice body kick from MacNamara.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacNamara.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacNamara counters with a solid body kick.
Storm tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacNamara.#T1#
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacNamara checks a leg kick.
MacNamara is looking to land body kicks.
A clash of legs there as Storm blocks the low kick.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara.
MacNamara takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
A big right from MacNamara misses.
Storm is trying to counter with his kicks.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacNamara has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm throws a head kick that misses.
Storm keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacNamara.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm misses with a body shot.
MacNamara throws a counter high kick but Storm was just alert enough to avoid it.
Jab by MacNamara.
MacNamara delivers a nice body kick.#T2#
Storm walks forward, straight into a front kick from MacNamara.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Storm. MacNamara shrugs it off though.
MacNamara scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm dips to his left and cracks MacNamara with an uppercut!
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
MacNamara moves forwards but Storm connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacNamara counters with a three punch combo that has Storm backing up. Storm nods at MacNamara to acknowledge the strikes.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but MacNamara ducks down to avoid it.
MacNamara lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacNamara checks it well.
MacNamara lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Storm throws the kick towards the body but MacNamara avoids it.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm with a nice calf kick.#T3#
MacNamara thuds a left hand into Storm's body.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacNamara avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacNamara throws a head kick that misses.
MacNamara moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm misses with a looping right.
A counter left hand to the body from MacNamara misses its target.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm misses with a left hand
and MacNamara counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm throws a hook to the side of MacNamara's head but MacNamara sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacNamara fakes the leg kick and cracks Storm in the body.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
Storm misses with an uppercut. MacNamara saw that one coming.
MacNamara swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Storm. #T4#
MacNamara throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
MacNamara misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big right from Storm misses.
MacNamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
And Storm responds with a good body kick, but MacNamara manages to step out the way in time.
MacNamara walks into a straight right hand from Storm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacNamara just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice uppercut there from MacNamara.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but MacNamara manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
MacNamara throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
MacNamara throws a body kick that misses.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Storm throws a sloppy head kick
and MacNamara counters with a series of strikes. Storm will be more careful next time no doubt.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Good leg kick by Storm.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacNamara finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
MacNamara lands the left hand.
Storm blocks a jab.
MacNamara looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
MacNamara 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.
Storm takes one on the button.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacNamara tried to counter with a leg kick but Storm avoided it.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on MacNamara's shoulder, as MacNamara tries to avoid the shot.
MacNamara misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Storm missing with a left hand there. MacNamara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm is looking to chop away at MacNamara's legs.
MacNamara attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1#
Storm misses the body punch
and MacNamara counters with a nice low kick that buckles Storm's knee momentarily.
A low kick from MacNamara is predictable there
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
MacNamara lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
MacNamara throws a series of punches but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacNamara takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Storm throws a lazy head kick
and MacNamara makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Storm really felt that one!
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
Storm motions for MacNamara to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm throws a body punch but MacNamara moves out of range.
Storm throws a hook but MacNamara avoids it easily.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacNamara throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara.
MacNamara lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Storm circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacNamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from MacNamara.
Storm throws a big counter head kick but MacNamara avoids it with no problem.
Storm is looking to slow MacNamara down with leg kicks.
Storm throws a head kick that misses
and MacNamara counters with a thumping low kick.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacNamara checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and MacNamara counters with an outside leg kick.
The fighters circling - MacNamara throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from MacNamara - that will leave a mark!
MacNamara moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacNamara's sensitive parts.
MacNamara throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacNamara scores with a nice head shot.
Nice body punch from MacNamara.
Storm shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm 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.
MacNamara lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
MacNamara was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacNamara ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
MacNamara throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A low kick lands for MacNamara.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
MacNamara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacNamara uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.#T4#
MacNamara has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Storm.
MacNamara tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacNamara lands with a good body shot.
MacNamara uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
MacNamara appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
MacNamara lands a head kick!
MacNamara connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacNamara looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
MacNamara misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jab, jab by MacNamara - just one landing.
MacNamara looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
MacNamara throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara had his way with Lincoln Storm in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacNamara tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Storm is able to avoid easily.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a right hand
letting MacNamara counter with a right hand.
MacNamara swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacNamara jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
MacNamara tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacNamara throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacNamara checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacNamara throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
MacNamara tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Storm wants to counter with a clinch but MacNamara pushes him away.#T1#
Storm slips a straight right by MacNamara.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacNamara.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm misses with a straight left.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
A head kick misses from Storm.
MacNamara jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara misses the jab.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacNamara.
MacNamara throws a right and a left that Storm avoids nicely.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacNamara swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
MacNamara looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
MacNamara moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm misses with a head kick.
MacNamara misses with a body kick.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacNamara misses with a head kick.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
A big right from Storm misses.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick lands from MacNamara.
Good leg kick by MacNamara. #T3#
MacNamara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
MacNamara slips a straight right by Storm.
MacNamara throws a leg kick that is checked
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Storm with the inside leg kick.
MacNamara throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A leg kick checked by MacNamara.
MacNamara lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacNamara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm looks to land a right hand but MacNamara moved out of range.
MacNamara lands with a slapping head kick. #T4#
Storm scores with a nice head shot.
A lazy body kick from Storm
and MacNamara counters with a nice leg kick.
Storm throws a sloppy head kick
and MacNamara counters with a body kick that stops Storm in his tracks momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm tries to work over MacNamara's front leg with a kick but MacNamara checks it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A quick step to the side and MacNamara tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacNamara. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice jab there from Storm.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Storm avoids the head kick by MacNamara.

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 Seamus MacNamara.
I think MacNamara 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 48:48
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 49:47
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Seamus MacNamara!

Seamus MacNamara retains his featherweight title!
Our winner, Seamus MacNamara, 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: GAMMA#879 Storm v MacNamara     
Date:   Jan 30, 2021
#R1#
MacNamara throws a body kick that misses.
MacNamara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Nice shot by Storm.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by MacNamara.
Decent striking displayed by MacNamara there.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacNamara misses with a body kick.
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacNamara doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
MacNamara misses with a straight left.
Storm looks to land a right hand but MacNamara moved out of range.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Storm has closed the distance and engaged MacNamara in a clinch.
MacNamara is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
We've been informed that MacNamara has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Storm tries a knee to the head but MacNamara blocks it. #BC2#
MacNamara's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Storm throwing a counter right hand but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Storm pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
MacNamara misses with a hook.
Storm throws the left hand but MacNamara avoids the punch easily.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacNamara is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
MacNamara misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
MacNamara thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacNamara throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
MacNamara misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with an uppercut. MacNamara saw that one coming.
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacNamara on the side of the head.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm throws a leg kick but MacNamara sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Storm moves away from the strike by MacNamara.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on MacNamara's shoulder, as MacNamara tries to avoid the shot.
MacNamara looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
MacNamara connects with an inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacNamara scores with a body shot.
MacNamara looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
MacNamara lands with a good body shot.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
MacNamara shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Storm eats them both and turns towards MacNamara to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacNamara misses with a body kick.
MacNamara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and MacNamara counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MacNamara throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range. #T3#
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Storm misses.
MacNamara connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacNamara scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
MacNamara throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by MacNamara.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but MacNamara ducks down to avoid it.
MacNamara lands with a right hand.
MacNamara takes one on the chin but seems OK.
MacNamara defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
MacNamara swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm misses with a left hand
and MacNamara counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Storm is looking to clinch.
Storm goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacNamara throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Storm stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacNamara lands a body shot. #T4#
MacNamara blocks a jab.#CL#
Storm closes the distance and clinches.
Storm has MacNamara pressed against the cage, preventing MacNamara from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Storm misses with some punches.
MacNamara is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
MacNamara tries to circle away but Storm has him pinned against the cage.
Storm has MacNamara pressed against the cage, preventing MacNamara from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
MacNamara is trying to break free.
MacNamara struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
MacNamara digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A frustrated look appears on MacNamara's face as he tries to break the clinch.
MacNamara is trying to force a seperation but Storm has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm. #BC2#
MacNamara breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm fails to land with a series of punches.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacNamara looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacNamara swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Seamus MacNamara will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
No joy there for Storm, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
MacNamara stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
MacNamara lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacNamara throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by MacNamara and move into the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for MacNamara.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Seamus MacNamara seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacNamara slips under a jab from Storm.
MacNamara goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but MacNamara slips the punch.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on MacNamara's shoulder, as MacNamara tries to avoid the shot.
Storm slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacNamara with a jab.
Storm slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
MacNamara 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 jab there from MacNamara.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacNamara moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from MacNamara.
Storm misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from MacNamara misses.
MacNamara connects with the punch.
MacNamara fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling MacNamara to counter with a crisp jab.
MacNamara scores with a nice strike.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
MacNamara unleashes a big counter combination but Storm bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Storm is looking to clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Storm darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A slapping body kick lands there for MacNamara.
MacNamara slips under a jab from Storm.
Jab by Storm.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by MacNamara. #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!
A head kick misses from MacNamara.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
MacNamara looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
MacNamara takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A jab from Storm misses.
A nice side step and MacNamara releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacNamara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacNamara walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Storm checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and MacNamara counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
A good leg kick by Storm.
Storm takes a swing at MacNamara's ribcage but misses.
MacNamara throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacNamara takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
MacNamara misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Storm seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacNamara pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Storm throws a quick counter kick to the body but MacNamara avoids it.#T3#
MacNamara avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara.
Storm sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
MacNamara scores with a nice body kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacNamara.
MacNamara moves out of range as Storm strikes.
MacNamara looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacNamara throws a shot to the body.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but MacNamara takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
MacNamara is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Storm rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm takes one on the button.
MacNamara jabs at Storm's body.
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacNamara under the eye.
Storm lands a jab.
Storm looks to throw the jab but MacNamara is out of range. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacNamara fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
Storm slips a jab from MacNamara.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacNamara fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
MacNamara clobbers Storm with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Storm tests MacNamara's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacNamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacNamara.
MacNamara fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sloppy strikes from Storm. Those never looked like landing.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for MacNamara. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
MacNamara lands with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara 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.#R3#
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
MacNamara slips under a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from MacNamara.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacNamara was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
MacNamara stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
MacNamara scores with a punch to the head.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm throws a leg kick but MacNamara moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacNamara comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacNamara looks to throw a body kick
and Storm makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacNamara's corner calls for a 1-2. MacNamara obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
MacNamara fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.#T1#
Storm dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacNamara. That did some damage!#CL#
Storm rushes MacNamara and presses him up against the cage.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacNamaras head.
MacNamara has had enough of the clinch but Storm keeps him there for the moment.
MacNamara tries to break free but Storm pushes him back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacNamara.
MacNamara lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
MacNamara misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacNamara works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
A shot in the inside from MacNamara. #BC2#
MacNamara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacNamara uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
MacNamara uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
MacNamara misses with a body kick.
A head kick misses from Storm. #T2#
Storm is looking to slow MacNamara down with leg kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
MacNamara blocks a jab.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
MacNamara dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Storm. That did some damage!
MacNamara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
MacNamara throws a big shot that misses.
MacNamara throws a good cross that connects.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
Storm swings widly with a right hand
and MacNamara connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No joy there for Storm, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Storm misses with a head kick.
Storm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps MacNamara's head backwards.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
A chopping leg kick lands by MacNamara.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
MacNamara walks forward, straight into a front kick from Storm.
Nice straight punches there by MacNamara. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of MacNamara.
MacNamara is looking to land body kicks.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
MacNamara throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Storm swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacNamara counters with a three punch combo that has Storm backing up. Storm nods at MacNamara to acknowledge the strikes.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacNamara is out of range. #CL#
Storm drives through and clinches with MacNamara against the cage.
Storm lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacNamara misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
MacNamara lands with a right to the head. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by MacNamara.
MacNamara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacNamara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacNamara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from MacNamara.
MacNamara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacNamara misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
MacNamara breaks from the clinch.
Storm rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but MacNamara moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Storm is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and MacNamara counters with a left to the body.
Storm tests MacNamara's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Lincoln Storm did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Storm throws a front kick aimed at MacNamara's knee but MacNamara avoids it well.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
MacNamara jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacNamara fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but MacNamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from MacNamara misses.
A jab lands there for Storm.
MacNamara throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacNamara.
MacNamara with a nice calf kick.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick from MacNamara.
Storm throwing a counter right hand but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
Storm misses with a body shot.
MacNamara turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
MacNamara ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
MacNamara wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
MacNamara slips under a jab.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacNamara.
MacNamara keeps Storm at a distance using the push kick.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
MacNamara throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
MacNamara with a nice calf kick.
Storm avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
A low kick lands for MacNamara.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but MacNamara ducks down to avoid it.
MacNamara blocks a leg kick.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacNamara.#T2#
MacNamara blocks a jab.
A nice side step and MacNamara releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for MacNamara's leg but MacNamara calmly moves out of range.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but MacNamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
MacNamara scores with a kick to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacNamara fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Storm has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm misses with a head kick.
As Storm backs off MacNamara throws a huge counter combo but Storm manages to avoid it all.
MacNamara pushes Storm away with a front kick.
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
MacNamara moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm throws the left hand but MacNamara avoids the punch easily.
MacNamara with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Storm throws a hook but MacNamara blocks it.
MacNamara looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
MacNamara throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
MacNamara lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
MacNamara lands a nice looking body kick.
MacNamara is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
MacNamara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacNamara was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacNamara swinging wildly here.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
MacNamara misses the jab.#T4#
MacNamara looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacNamara throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
MacNamara throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Storm works MacNamara's body with a nice hook.
Storm is looking to chop away at MacNamara's legs.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
Storm with the inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and MacNamara counters with an outside leg kick.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm slips a jab and a cross from MacNamara.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacNamara throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacNamara moves out of range as Storm strikes.
MacNamara flicks out a counter leg kick but Storm steps away.
Storm misses with an uppercut. MacNamara saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara dominated that fourth 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#
MacNamara throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
MacNamara moves out of range as Storm strikes.
MacNamara attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacNamara was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacNamara just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but MacNamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacNamara steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm lands the left hand.
Storm throws a series of punches but MacNamara moves out of range.
MacNamara comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacNamara steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick. #T1#
MacNamara scores with a spinning back kick!
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
Storm swings widly with a right hand
and MacNamara counters with a nice kick to the body.
MacNamara keeps Storm at a distance using the push kick.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped MacNamara in his tracks.
Storm misses the jab.
MacNamara looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacNamara was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A head kick misses from Storm.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by MacNamara.
MacNamara shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
MacNamara fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm swings widly with a right hand
and MacNamara connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Storm thumps MacNamara with a low kick.
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
And MacNamara responds with a good body kick, but Storm manages to step out the way in time.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacNamara.
Storm throws out a loose jab but MacNamara uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacNamara swats him away and circles back towards the center.
MacNamara moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
MacNamara looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by MacNamara and move into the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Storm. That snapped MacNamara's head back.
MacNamara fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Storm has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacNamara is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm throws the left hand but MacNamara avoids the punch easily.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
MacNamara tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacNamara.
MacNamara misses the body punch
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.
Storm is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Storm throws out a leg kick but MacNamara moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
MacNamara scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Storm misses with a hook to the body
and MacNamara counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Storm misses with a straight right.
MacNamara scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Storm. That snapped MacNamara's head back.
MacNamara throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
MacNamara throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of MacNamara 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacNamara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacNamara checks a low kick from Storm.
MacNamara is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good leg kick by MacNamara.
MacNamara misses with the body kick
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
MacNamara keeps Storm at a distance using the push kick.
Seamus MacNamara is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
MacNamara checks a leg kick.
MacNamara throws a big counter head kick but Storm avoids it with no problem.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacNamara.
MacNamara has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A cross from MacNamara lands.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.

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 Lincoln Storm.
I think MacNamara has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:49
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:49
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Seamus MacNamara!

Seamus MacNamara is the new featherweight champion!
Seamus MacNamara seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: GAMMA#876 Kodjia v Manowaru     
Date:   Jan 09, 2021
#R1#
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Whiplash manages to avoid it.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Whiplash.
Storm 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.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Whiplash manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Whiplash counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Whiplash is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Whiplash. That's going to slow Storm down.
Whiplash swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm punishes Whiplash's body with a nice straight punch.
Whiplash misses the body punch
and Storm counters with an outside leg kick.
Whiplash slips a jab from Storm.
Whiplash flicks out a counter leg kick but Storm steps away.
Whiplash's coach down at Mentor Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Whiplash's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Whiplash.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whiplash.
Storm has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Whiplash.
Whiplash scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Storm checks the leg kick.
Whiplash throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Whiplash.
Storm changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Storm digs a good hook to Whiplash's body.
Whiplash bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Whiplash flicks out a counter leg kick but Storm steps away.
An inside leg kick lands from Whiplash.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and Whiplash counters with a one-two to the body.
An inside leg kick from Storm misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Whiplash clobbers Storm with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Whiplash takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Whiplash swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Whiplash moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Storm tries to work over Whiplash's front leg with a kick but Whiplash checks it.
Whiplash works Storm's body with a nice hook.
Whiplash buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Whiplash tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Storm lands a jab.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Whiplash saw that one coming.
Storm jabs Whiplash right on the nose. Whiplash blinks but takes it well.
A big left from Storm misses.
Whiplash fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Whiplash.
Whiplash misses with a wild body shot.
Whiplash on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Whiplash had a free shot at his head there.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm is looking to slow Whiplash down with leg kicks.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Whiplash was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Whiplash jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Whiplash. Whiplash obviously looking to wear him down.
Whiplash takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Whiplash cracks a nice hook into Storm's ribs.
Whiplash is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Storm rather than just go for the knockout.
Whiplash pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Whiplash settles back down.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Whiplash checks it well.
Whiplash avoids the body shot from Storm.
Whiplash 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.
Whiplash ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm defending well as Whiplash loads up on a big left hand.
Whiplash lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Whiplash saw it coming and moves away.
Whiplash misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
Whiplash throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Whiplash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Whiplash is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
Storm slips a jab from Whiplash.
Whiplash wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Whiplash is out of range.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Storm lands with a cross.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Storm swings for the body but Whiplash moves out of range. #T4#
Whiplash on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whiplash thuds his right hand into Storm's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Whiplash throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Whiplash wants to counter the offense by Storm and move into the clinch position.
Whiplash misses with a body shot.
Storm falls off balance throwing a combination
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Whiplash moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Whiplash keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Whiplash on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
A big right from Storm misses.
Whiplash misses with the combination.
Whiplash looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Whiplash connects with a leg kick.
Storm misses the jab.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Whiplash shoots in.
Whiplash misses with a few strikes there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Snappy Whiplash will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Whiplash tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Whiplash.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Whiplash's head but Whiplash sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Whiplash is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Whiplash does a little dance to reset his feet.
Whiplash tries to counter by closing the distance.
Whiplash takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Whiplash drops his hands momentarily and Storm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Whiplash with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A chopping leg kick lands by Whiplash.
Whiplash slips a jab from Storm.
Whiplash with a nice calf kick.
Whiplash throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Whiplash thumps Storm with a low kick.
Whiplash's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Whiplash lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Whiplash.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Storm misses with a looping right.#T1#
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Whiplash stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Whiplash walks into a straight right hand from Storm.
Whiplash throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Whiplash.
Snappy Whiplash seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Whiplash misses with a kick to the body.
Storm cracks Whiplash with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Whiplash throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Whiplash fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Whiplash swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Whiplash.
Whiplash throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
Storm ducks right into an uppercut from Whiplash.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Whiplash throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from Whiplash. #T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Whiplash's sensitive parts.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm checks the leg kick nicely there.
Whiplash lands with a straight right. Storm didn't see that one coming.
Storm lands a jab to Whiplash's midsection.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Whiplash thuds a left hand into Storm's body.
Whiplash takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Whiplash avoids the body shot from Storm.
Whiplash on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Storm moves away from the strike by Whiplash.
Crunch! Storm slams his shin into Whiplash's torso.
Storm scores with a jab. Whiplash acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Whiplash takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Whiplash feints a counter leg kick.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Whiplash has time to react.#T3#
Good work by Storm as he checks the leg kick.
Whiplash is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A nice combination there by Storm.
Whiplash lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Whiplash was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Whiplash appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Whiplash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Whiplash.
Whiplash lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Whiplash can pounce on him.
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whiplash throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Whiplash is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm takes one on the button.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
A low kick lands for Whiplash. #T4#
Some bone on bone action there as Whiplash checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Whiplash takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Whiplash looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Whiplash on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Whiplash feints and then cracks Storm's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Storm down.
Storm connects with a single shot there.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot #CL2#
and Whiplash counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Whiplash blocks it.
Whiplash has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Whiplash tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Whiplash lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm keeps control of Whiplash as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Whiplash goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Whiplash breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Snappy Whiplash will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Storm feints and then cracks Whiplash's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Whiplash down.
Whiplash showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Storm.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Whiplash is defended easily by Storm.
Whiplash avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm cracks Whiplash with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Storm misses #CL2#
and Whiplash counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Whiplash breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A good leg kick by Whiplash.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Whiplash should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Whiplash.
Whiplash ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
A good leg kick by Whiplash.
Storm connects with a right hand. Whiplash shakes it off.
Nice straight punches there by Whiplash. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Whiplash.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Whiplash.#T1#
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A bone on bone clash there as Storm blocks the leg kick.
Storm throws a body punch but Whiplash moves out of range.
Whiplash takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Whiplash checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Whiplash avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
A big left from Whiplash misses.
Storm blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm avoids the head kick by Whiplash.
Whiplash rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Storm moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Whiplash throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Whiplash gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T2#
Whiplash jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whiplash throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm connects with a single shot there.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Storm lands a head shot.
Storm fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Whiplash throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Storm throws a leg kick but Whiplash moved away.
Whiplash staying out of range there.
Storm misses with a left hand
and Whiplash counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Whiplash's shoulder, as Whiplash tries to avoid the shot.
Whiplash looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm thumps Whiplash with a low kick.
Whiplash slips under a jab.
Whiplash throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Storm 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T3#
Whiplash defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Whiplash can pounce on him.
Storm works the jab nicely.
Good leg kick by Whiplash.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Whiplash is out of range.
Whiplash works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Whiplash checks a low kick from Storm.
Whiplash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Whiplash checks a leg kick.
Whiplash throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Whiplash has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Whiplash has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Whiplash there as he acknowledges the shot.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm throws a body punch but Whiplash moves out of range.
Storm takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh. #T4#
Storm misses with a looping left.
Jab by Whiplash.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A leg kick checked by Whiplash.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Whiplash throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick but Whiplash checks it.
Storm lands a jab to Whiplash's midsection.
A shot to the body from Storm misses
and Whiplash makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Whiplash misses with a straight right.
Storm throws a leg kick but Whiplash moved away.
Storm stalks Whiplash and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Whiplash's face. Whiplash staggers backwards, shaken.
Storm checks the leg kick.
Whiplash throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Storm lands an impressive looking overhand right. Whiplash doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands with a cross.
Whiplash throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm clearly takes that round.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Whiplash blocks a jab.
Whiplash pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm misses with a hook
and Whiplash counters with a head kick. That will keep Storm thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Whiplash's head backwards.
Storm lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Whiplash misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm slips a jab from Whiplash.
Whiplash jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Whiplash throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Whiplash cracks Storm with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Storm thuds his right hand into Whiplash's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Storm motions for Whiplash to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Storm. That snapped Whiplash's head back.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whiplash.
Whiplash slips a jab from Storm.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Whiplash connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Storm misses with a looping left.
Whiplash looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Whiplash misses the shot to the body.
Whiplash lands with a good body shot.
Whiplash lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Whiplash fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Storm stuns Whiplash with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Whiplash goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Whiplash changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Whiplash looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Whiplash throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
Whiplash lands the left hand.
Whiplash misses the body punch
and Storm counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Storm punishes Whiplash's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whiplash. #T2#
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Whiplash moves away and avoids it.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Whiplash jabs Storm to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Whiplash leaves Storm with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Whiplash takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm throws a hook but Whiplash avoids it easily.
A cross from Storm lands.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Whiplash.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Whiplash counters by moving into the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Come on Whiplash - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A short right from Whiplash on the inside. #T3#
Storm blocks a body shot from Whiplash.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Whiplash misses with some punches.
Whiplash misses with a punch to the body.
Storm blocks a body shot from Whiplash.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Storm obliges.
Storm lands a body punch.
Whiplash lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Whiplash prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Whiplash blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Whiplash working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Whiplash is working Storm over against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T4##BC#
Storm breaks the clinch.
Whiplash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
A lazy left from Whiplash finds it's target.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Whiplash is looking to score with low kicks.
Storm misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm lands a lovely overhand right.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
Whiplash takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm connects with an inside leg kick.
Whiplash throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Whiplash only half commits.
Whiplash drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm throws a hook but Whiplash avoids it easily.
A big left from Storm misses.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Whiplash throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A quick step to the side and Storm tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Snappy Whiplash will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
A big right from Whiplash misses.
Whiplash fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Whiplash throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm throws the left hand but Whiplash avoids the punch easily.
Storm lands with a hook. Whiplash tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Whiplash throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Whiplash checks a leg kick.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Whiplash saw it coming and moves away.
It seemed like Whiplash was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Whiplash fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Whiplash swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Whiplash.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Whiplash.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Whiplash was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Storm slips a jab from Whiplash.
Whiplash fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Whiplash misses the jab.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Whiplash misses the shot to the body.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Whiplash manages to avoid it.
Storm 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.
Whiplash throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Whiplash doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A big right from Storm misses.
Whiplash lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Whiplash buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Whiplash sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Snappy Whiplash is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Whiplash misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm fires out a quick counter leg kick but Whiplash just manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Whiplash with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A jab lands there for Whiplash.
Whiplash shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A jab lands there for Whiplash.
Whiplash uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Whiplash misses with a straight right.
Storm stuns Whiplash with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Whiplash with a nice calf kick.
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked
and Whiplash cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Whiplash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Whiplash thows a leg kick but Storm checks it
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Whiplash lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Storm as he connects with a hook.
Whiplash walks into a left hand. #T3#
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Whiplash.
Storm is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Whiplash takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Whiplash thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Whiplash is just out of range.
It seemed like Whiplash was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Whiplash tries a low kick but Storm avoids it.
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Whiplash. Whiplash obviously looking to wear him down.
Storm listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Whiplash manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Whiplash to score with a decent uppercut.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Whiplash throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Whiplash is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Whiplash slips the punch.
A nice side step and Whiplash releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Whiplash throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Whiplash looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Whiplash has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Storm finds it's way round the side to connect with Whiplash's head.
Whiplash throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Whiplash.
Whiplash looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Whiplash appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A low kick lands for Whiplash.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Whiplash scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A solid leg kick lands there for Whiplash.
Storm gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Whiplash counters with a leg kick.
Whiplash with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.
Whiplash blocks a jab.
Whiplash ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.

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 Lincoln Storm.
I think Whiplash has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 50:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm retains his featherweight title!
Lincoln Storm decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: GAMMA#873 San Pedro v Storm     
Date:   Dec 19, 2020
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm misses with a hook.
San Pedro cracks Storm with a good jab.#CUT#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
San Pedro on the wrong end of a nice jab.
San Pedro misses with a body shot
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends San Pedro's belly button to the back.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
San Pedro throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
San Pedro takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San Pedro blocks a low kick nicely.
A jab lands there for San Pedro.
Storm moves forwards but San Pedro connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
San Pedro ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
San Pedro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
San Pedro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Storm counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
San Pedro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
San Pedro thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Storm checks the leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts San Pedro, as that shot connected.
San Pedro attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
San Pedro dodges the punch combination from Storm.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
San Pedro walks into a left hand.
San Pedro blocks a low kick nicely.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
San Pedro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
San Pedro tries to clinch up.
San Pedro moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but San Pedro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt.
San Pedro fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
San Pedro misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
San Pedro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San Pedro throws a leg kick that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
San Pedro looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
San Pedro scores with the left hand. Storm knows he should have avoided that one.
Storm thuds his right hand into San Pedro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but San Pedro ducks down to avoid it.
Storm throws a jab when San Pedro was well out of range.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses San Pedro's front leg but catches the back leg as San Pedro tries to avoid it.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San Pedro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
San Pedro throws a front kick that sends Storm stumbling back into the cage.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from San Pedro.
San Pedro scores with a leg kick.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Storm moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T3##CL#
San Pedro clinches up against the cage.
Storm pushes San Pedro back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from San Pedro fails to land.
San Pedro misses with a short punch on the inside.
San Pedro misses with a punch to the body.
Storm throws an elbow but it misses.
San Pedro tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
San Pedro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San Pedro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
San Pedro lands a body punch.
Storm prevents a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short right from Storm.
San Pedro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
San Pedro lands a body punch in the clinch.
San Pedro misses with some punches.
San Pedro working aggressively here. #T4#
San Pedro lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
San Pedro can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
San Pedro throws an elbow that misses.
San Pedro swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
San Pedro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
San Pedro misses with a hook to the ribs.
San Pedro has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
A right handed body shot lands from San Pedro.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Storm lands a nice elbow.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but San Pedro blocks with his arms.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
San Pedro scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm landing knees to the body.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
San Pedro lands with a short punch from the clinch.
San Pedro misses with a punch on the inside.
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 Esteban San Pedro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
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#
San Pedro looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
San Pedro gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
San Pedro throws an off balance right hand
and San Pedro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A low kick lands for Storm.
A left lands for Storm.
Storm misses with a looping right.
San Pedro misses with a body kick.
San Pedro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm scoring well with a low kick there.
San Pedro lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
San Pedro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm keeps the fight on the outside.
San Pedro misses with a looping left.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Nice body kick there by San Pedro.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but San Pedro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice body punch from Storm. #T1#
San Pedro tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and San Pedro counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Storm lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A head kick misses from San Pedro.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Storm is looking to slow San Pedro down with leg kicks.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but San Pedro ducks down to avoid it.
San Pedro tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
Storm blocks a head kick by San Pedro.
San Pedro scores with a jab. Storm acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
San Pedro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm thumps San Pedro with a low kick.
Storm ducks right into an uppercut from San Pedro.
Storm drops his hands momentarily and San Pedro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San Pedro throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
San Pedro throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
San Pedro jabs at Storm's body.
Storm on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#That has opened up Lincoln Storm's cut even more.
San Pedro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but San Pedro moves away.
A big left from Storm misses.
San Pedro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good leg kick by Storm.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by San Pedro.
San Pedro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice shot by Storm.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses San Pedro's sensitive parts.
San Pedro throws a leg kick but Storm checks it.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
San Pedro loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm scores with a jab.#T3#
San Pedro tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but San Pedro steps away.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through San Pedro's defenses.
San Pedro misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
San Pedro chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before San Pedro can pounce on him.
San Pedro tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
San Pedro slips a straight right by Storm.
San Pedro throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
San Pedro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm throws a series of punches but San Pedro moves out of range.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
San Pedro throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
San Pedro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
San Pedro uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
San Pedro throws out a powerful jab.
San Pedro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
San Pedro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks San Pedro off balance momentarily.
San Pedro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
San Pedro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
San Pedro is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
San Pedro throws a right hand that Storm ducks under and follows up with a left that Storm also avoids with ease.
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
San Pedro bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
San Pedro moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but San Pedro is out of range.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but San Pedro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
San Pedro is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Storm scores with a decent looking hook.
San Pedro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
San Pedro throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
Storm connects with a good right hand that stumbles San Pedro. San Pedro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Storm throws a hook but San Pedro blocks it.
San Pedro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And San Pedro counters with a quick kick to the body but Storm blocks it.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling San Pedro to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San Pedro misses with a body kick.
San Pedro throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract San Pedro.
San Pedro pushes Storm away with a front kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but San Pedro is out of range and Storm settles back down. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. San Pedro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm misses with a low kick.
San Pedro lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Storm staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from San Pedro. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Storm misses.
San Pedro scores with a hook.
Storm checks a leg kick nicely.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract San Pedro.
San Pedro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm shoots in for a double leg but San Pedro sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
San Pedro lands a head shot.
San Pedro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm checks a leg kick. #T2#
San Pedro misses with a hook.
Storm misses with a hook
and San Pedro makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San Pedro tries to land a body kick
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Storm rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but San Pedro moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
San Pedro misses with a body shot.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm checks a leg kick.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through San Pedro's defenses.
Storm slips a jab from San Pedro.
San Pedro takes a shot to the body in his stride.
San Pedro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Storm looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm throws a leg kick
and San Pedro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
San Pedro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm digs a good body shot into San Pedro's ribs.#T3#
Storm throws a hook but San Pedro avoids it easily.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from San Pedro.
A big left from San Pedro misses.
San Pedro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
San Pedro has managed to clinch.
San Pedro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Storm prevents a body shot from San Pedro.
San Pedro lands a left hand.
San Pedro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of San Pedro's head.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Storm lands a nice knee to the body.
San Pedro swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm lands a hook to the side of the head.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San Pedro lands a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Storm.
San Pedro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San Pedro can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, San Pedro creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
San Pedro softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
San Pedro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San Pedro tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing San Pedro back against the cage.
Storm gets through San Pedro's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Storm escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
San Pedro 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Lincoln Storm just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Storm looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm with a nice cross.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm cracks San Pedro with an open hand slap.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract San Pedro.
San Pedro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
San Pedro looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
San Pedro throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and San Pedro only half commits.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and San Pedro counters with a right hand to the body.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm slips under a jab from San Pedro.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Storm lands a body shot.
San Pedro lands a head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm misses the shot to the body.
San Pedro is looking to counter with a body kick.#T1#
Storm connects with a good right hand that stumbles San Pedro. San Pedro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
San Pedro throws a right hand that misses
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
San Pedro gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Storm to score an easy takedown into full guard.
San Pedro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Storm puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
San Pedro is looking to control Storm's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can San Pedro avoid being mounted?
San Pedro preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Storm prevents San Pedro from improving his position.#T2#
San Pedro keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Storm trying to mount his opponent but San Pedro defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
San Pedro wants to improve his position but Storm is controlling well. #T3#
Storm takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Storm is trying to control. San Pedro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
San Pedro throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Storm defending well as San Pedro loads up on a big left hand.
San Pedro turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from San Pedro.
San Pedro misses the jab.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and San Pedro has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm throws a right hand that San Pedro ducks under and follows up with a left that San Pedro also avoids with ease.
San Pedro half committed to a counter leg kick.
San Pedro misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
San Pedro looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.#T4#
Storm scores with a leg kick.
San Pedro is looking to score with low kicks.
San Pedro on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow San Pedro down.
Storm scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Storm moves away from the strike by San Pedro.
Storm avoids a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm tries to move into range but San Pedro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
San Pedro thuds his shin into the meat of Storm's side.
San Pedro tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
San Pedro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
San Pedro connects with a body shot.
Storm scores with a spinning back kick!
San Pedro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
San Pedro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but San Pedro is just out of range.
San Pedro throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm misses with a leg kick
and San Pedro counters with a nice low kick that buckles Storm's knee momentarily.
San Pedro wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Storm there.
A jab from San Pedro does it's job there.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.
San Pedro moves out of range as Storm strikes.#CL#
San Pedro rushes Storm and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San Pedro tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing San Pedro back against the cage.
San Pedro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
San Pedro swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Esteban San Pedro has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Storm lands a knee to the head.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T1#
San Pedro blocks an uppercut.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
San Pedro swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from San Pedro.
San Pedro misses with a hook from the clinch.
San Pedro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San Pedro working aggressively here.
Storm tries a knee to the head but San Pedro blocks it.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
San Pedro tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San Pedro misses with the head strike.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
San Pedro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
San Pedro lands an uppercut.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
San Pedro tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Esteban San Pedro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from San Pedro on the inside.
San Pedro lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
San Pedro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm gets through San Pedro's defenses to land a nice punch 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!
Storm looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but San Pedro avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
San Pedro blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Storm breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from San Pedro.
Storm fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches San Pedro on the side of the head.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
San Pedro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Storm throws a leg kick
and San Pedro counters with a nice body kick.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but San Pedro is out of range.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from San Pedro.
Storm misses with a double jab #CL#
and San Pedro moves into the clinch.
San Pedro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
San Pedro struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Storm has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from San Pedro.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by San Pedro.
Storm throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Storm connects with a nasty looking knee right to San Pedro's face.
San Pedro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
San Pedro swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
San Pedro lands a body shot in the clinch. #T4#
San Pedro tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from San Pedro.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
San Pedro lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm prevents a body shot from San Pedro.
San Pedro pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from San Pedro.
Storm has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
San Pedro tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
San Pedro stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Storm pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Storm misses with the head strike.
San Pedro throws a head punch that misses.
San Pedro lands a left hand.
San Pedro can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by San Pedro.
San Pedro throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
San Pedro working aggressively here.
San Pedro tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Esteban San Pedro.
I think Storm has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 47:50
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 47:48
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 47:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm is the new featherweight champion!
Lincoln Storm seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: GAMMA#866 Hoppe v Banner     
Date:   Nov 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
Barbo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Barbo is just out of range.
Barbo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice uppercut lands for Storm. That snapped Barbo's head back.
Barbo throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm misses with a hook. Barbo ducked under it nicely.
Barbo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws a body punch but Barbo moves out of range.
Barbo throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Good leg kick by Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm punishes Barbo's body with a nice straight punch.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Barbo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Barbo 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.
Barbo takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbo slips a jab and a cross from Storm.
Barbo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm throws out a leg kick but Barbo moves out of range and Storm only half commits.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbo misses with a hook.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Barbo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm connects with a right hand. Barbo shakes it off.
Storm misses with a body shot
and Barbo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Barbo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Barbo is out of range.
Barbo looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
Barbo misses with a body shot.
Storm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm punishes Barbo's body with a nice straight punch.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Barbo throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Barbo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Barbo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Barbo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbo looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Barbo throws a low kick but Storm avoids it.
Storm appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2#
Barbo scores with a three punch combo! #CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm is looking to wear down Barbo with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm connects with a right hand. Barbo shakes it off.
Barbo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barbo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Barbo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Barbo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but Barbo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
Barbo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Barbo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Barbo just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbo lands a jab.
Storm moves out of range as Barbo throws a body kick.
Storm misses with a straight left.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Barbo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbo. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbo. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barbo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Storm throws a body punch but Barbo moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Barbo's head back.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Barbo.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Barbo tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Storm attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A jab from Storm misses.
Barbo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Barbo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Barbo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm. #T4#
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barbo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Barbo punishes Storm's body with a nice straight punch.
Barbo throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Storm pivots, looking for a leg kick but Barbo is out of range and Storm settles back down.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbo moves away.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Barbo in his tracks.
Barbo lands a jab to the nose.
Barbo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Barbo slips a jab from Storm.
Storm throws the left hand but Barbo avoids the punch easily.
Barbo takes one to the chin there.
Storm catches Barbo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo misses with a body shot.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Barbo just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Barbo throws a body kick that misses.
Storm misses with a hook. Barbo ducked under it nicely.
Barbo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm tried to score with a low kick but Barbo checks it.
Barbo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Barbo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Barbo lands with a good body shot.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Barbo.
A jab from Barbo finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Barbo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm checks a low kick from Barbo.
Barbo blocks a low kick nicely.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Barbo is just out of range.
Barbo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Barbo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A big left from Storm misses.
Barbo throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range. #T1#
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Barbo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Storm takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Barbo 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.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Barbo is out of range.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barbo can do to turn this around?
Barbo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Storm darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Barbo slips a straight right by Storm.
A head kick misses from Barbo.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Barbo 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!
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbo.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Barbo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Storm has got the better of the exchanges.
Barbo walks into a left hand. #T2#
Barbo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Barbo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
Storm throws a head kick but Barbo moves out of range.
Barbo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Barbo moved out of range nicely.
Barbo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Barbo swinging wildly here.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Barbo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Barbo throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Storm on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Storm lands a lovely overhand right.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Barbo's ribs.
Storm has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Barbo finds it's way round the side to connect with Storm's head. #T3#
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Barbo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Barbo settles back down.
Storm appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Barbo throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at Barbo's knee but Barbo avoids it well.
Barbo misses with a low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Barbo there.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Barbo needs to keep his hands up - Storm had a free shot at his head there.
Good leg kick by Barbo.
Barbo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Barbo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Barbo.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barbo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barbo is looking to land body kicks.#T4#
Barbo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Storm looks to land a combination but Barbo avoids it well.
Barbo checks a leg kick.
Barbo throws a series of punches but Storm avoids them all with ease.
Storm shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barbo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm throws a shot to the body.
Barbo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Barbo misses with a hook.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm throws a low kick but it's checked well by Barbo.
A nice inside leg kick there by Storm. That's going to slow Barbo down.
Barbo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Barbo staying out of range there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo tries to land a front kick but Storm steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
It looked like Storm was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Barbo.
Barbo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Barbo misses with a straight right.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barbo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barbo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Barbo looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm staying out of range there.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Barbo.
Storm moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Barbo with a nice calf kick.
Storm throws a jab when Barbo was well out of range.
Barbo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm connects with a body shot.
Barbo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Barbo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbo looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range. #T1#
Barbo looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
Storm misses with a jab, cross combination.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbo.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Barbo throws a low kick, looking for Storm's leg but Storm calmly moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Barbo as he connects with a hook.
Barbo scores with a nice strike.
Barbo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Barbo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Left hook, right uppercut from Storm.
Storm lands with a hook. Barbo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbo throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm avoids the body shot from Barbo.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Barbo can pounce on him.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Storm takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Sala Barbo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm lands a jab to the nose.
Barbo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Barbo misses the target.
Barbo throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
Storm thuds a left hand into Barbo's body.
Storm takes a swing at Barbo's ribcage but misses.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.
A jab lands there for Storm.
Storm staying out of range there.
Barbo throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm jabs Barbo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm drops his hands momentarily and Barbo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Storm keeps the fight on the outside.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Barbo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barbo misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.#T3#
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Barbo has time to react.
Barbo looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Barbo throws a solid leg kick but Storm takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Barbo.
Barbo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Good standup being displayed there by Barbo as he connects with a hook.
Barbo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Storm's hands.
Barbo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Barbo.
Barbo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Barbo's head.
Barbo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick.
Barbo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
Barbo throws out a leg kick but Storm moves out of range and Barbo only half commits.
Barbo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm cracks a nice hook into Barbo's ribs.
Barbo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Storm fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Good standup being displayed there by Storm as he connects with a hook.
Storm moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Barbo works the jab nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbo. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Barbo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Storm takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Barbo tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
Barbo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Barbo throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Barbo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.

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 Lincoln Storm.
Well Storm 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 30:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

A relieved looking Lincoln Storm 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: GAMMA#860 Pedro v Storm     
Date:   Oct 17, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Storm throws the left hand but San Pedro avoids the punch easily.
Storm throws a leg kick
and San Pedro counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
San Pedro tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
San Pedro lands with a right hand.
A shot to the liver by San Pedro. Beautiful body shot.
San Pedro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
San Pedro misses with a leg kick.
San Pedro finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from San Pedro.
Storm takes a swing at San Pedro's ribcage but misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
San Pedro rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Storm moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San Pedro throws a shot to the body.
San Pedro tries to land a leg kick but Storm saw it coming and moves away.
San Pedro misses the shot to the body.
Storm lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San Pedro needs to keep his hands up - Storm had a free shot at his head there.
San Pedro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
An attempted straight right counter from San Pedro misses the target.#T1#
Storm moves out of range as San Pedro throws a body kick.
San Pedro swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. San Pedro moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. San Pedro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but San Pedro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
San Pedro loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
San Pedro misses the body punch
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
San Pedro clinches up against the cage.
Storm prevents a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by San Pedro.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of San Pedros head.
San Pedro lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
San Pedro blocks an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
San Pedro managing to block the knees to the body from Storm.
San Pedro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm digs a right hand into San Pedro's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on San Pedro's gas tank.
San Pedro lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Storm is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. San Pedro is defending well for now.
Storm is working for takedown but San Pedro is calmly controlling the position for now.
San Pedro lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
San Pedro swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm tries to work over San Pedro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm lands with a light punch inside.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of San Pedro backwards.
Storm lands with a light punch inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
San Pedro lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with San Pedro's elbow.
San Pedro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
San Pedro lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by San Pedro.
A head punch on the inside from San Pedro fails to land.
Storm tries a knee to the head but San Pedro blocks it.
San Pedro lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
San Pedro lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
San Pedro misses with a punch to the body.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as San Pedro controls his hands.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
San Pedro lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A body shot lands from San Pedro.
San Pedro misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from San Pedro.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of San Pedro's head.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses with some punches.
A right hand to the body from San Pedro.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left hand lands to the body for Storm.
San Pedro throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Storm looks winded!
San Pedro scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
San Pedro lands a left hand.
San Pedro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
San Pedro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
San Pedro stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
San Pedro lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
San Pedro taking a breather.
San Pedro scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
San Pedro lands a body shot in the clinch.
San Pedro misses with a hook to the ribs.
San Pedro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
San Pedro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
San Pedro pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by San Pedro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A hook to the body from San Pedro.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
San Pedro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
San Pedro tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
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 Esteban San Pedro will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
San Pedro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
San Pedro throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
San Pedro tries to clinch up
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
San Pedro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A punch lands to the side of Storm 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and San Pedro counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 San Pedro has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from San Pedro and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm swings away with a body shot that misses
and San Pedro counters with a nice body kick.
San Pedro misses with a body punch
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by San Pedro.
San Pedro has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Storm dips to his left and cracks San Pedro with an uppercut!
A leg kick checked by Storm.
San Pedro throws a sloppy head kick and Storm moves out of range easily.
San Pedro throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
San Pedro loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping San Pedro under the eye.
San Pedro misses with a hook
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
San Pedro takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
San Pedro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from San Pedro.
San Pedro misses with a hook
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
San Pedro misses with a kick to the body.
San Pedro lands the left hand.
San Pedro throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
San Pedro looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice jab there from San Pedro. #T2#
San Pedro fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
San Pedro is looking to counter with a body kick.
San Pedro scores with a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from San Pedro.
San Pedro swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm checks a low kick from San Pedro.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A counter left hand to the body from San Pedro misses its target.
San Pedro slips under a jab.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
San Pedro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A lazy left from San Pedro finds it's target.
San Pedro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm throws a body punch but San Pedro moves out of range.
San Pedro lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
San Pedro fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well. #T3#
Storm slips a straight right by San Pedro.
San Pedro takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm tries to counter by closing the distance.
Storm throws a good cross that connects.
San Pedro staying out of range there.
Storm connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between San Pedro's hands.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from San Pedro.
A good leg kick by San Pedro.
San Pedro tries to clinch up.
Storm misses with a hook. San Pedro ducked under it nicely.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm misses with a double jab.
Storm on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and San Pedro counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
Esteban San Pedro is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but San Pedro is just out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Storm crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from San Pedro - the referee stops the clock and Storm gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says San Pedro. Storm manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T4#
San Pedro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
San Pedro swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
San Pedro scoring well with a low kick there.
San Pedro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
San Pedro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
San Pedro throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
San Pedro wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by San Pedro.
San Pedro misses with a low kick.
San Pedro throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm tries to clinch but San Pedro is having none of it.
Storm lands with a good body shot.
San Pedro throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm only half commits to the counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Esteban San Pedro 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#
San Pedro tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
San Pedro with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.
The fighters circling - San Pedro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm feints a counter leg kick.
San Pedro misses with a looping left.
San Pedro defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm misses with a hook
and San Pedro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as San Pedro throws out the jab.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping San Pedro at a distance.
San Pedro missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
San Pedro throws a body shot but no joy.
San Pedro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
San Pedro 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.
San Pedro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
It looked like San Pedro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
San Pedro throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
San Pedro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on San Pedro's shoulder, as San Pedro tries to avoid the shot.
San Pedro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
San Pedro throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
San Pedro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
San Pedro swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
An attempted straight right counter from San Pedro misses the target.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm moves away from the strike by San Pedro.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. San Pedro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
San Pedro misses the shot to the body.
San Pedro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
San Pedro misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Storm! But no joy.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and San Pedro counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm takes one on the button.#T2#
San Pedro jabs at Storm's body.
San Pedro lands with an uppercut that bounces Storm off the cage and back into range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from San Pedro.
San Pedro wants to clinch.
San Pedro slips under a jab from Storm.
Crunch! San Pedro slams his shin into Storm's torso.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Storm getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Storm looks to throw the jab but San Pedro is out of range.
Nice body kick from San Pedro.
San Pedro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but San Pedro manages to avoid it.
San Pedro throws a body kick that misses
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
San Pedro looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.#T3#
San Pedro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
San Pedro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.
Storm misses with a left hand
and San Pedro counters with a good, hard body kick but Storm shrugs it off.
Good shot there by Storm.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and San Pedro counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
San Pedro displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Storm.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
San Pedro scores with a nice strike.
Storm misses with an uppercut. San Pedro saw that one coming.
San Pedro swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
San Pedro scores with a spinning back kick!
San Pedro lands a nice shot to the body.
San Pedro lands with a good body shot.
San Pedro throws a good cross that connects.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
San Pedro swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
San Pedro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from San Pedro.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by San Pedro. #CL2#
San Pedro tries to keep at a distance but Storm has taken the fight into the clinch.
San Pedro blocking some punches.
Storm digs a right hand into San Pedro's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on San Pedro's gas tank.
San Pedro working aggressively here.
Storm tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and San Pedro avoids it.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
San Pedro scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
San Pedro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but San Pedro uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice left hand lands by San Pedro.
San Pedro lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as San Pedro controls the action.
Storm blocks a body shot from San Pedro.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm tries to work over San Pedro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Esteban San Pedro!

Esteban San Pedro retains his featherweight title!
Esteban San Pedro decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: GAMMA#854 Turillo v Dinu     
Date:   Sep 26, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big right from Storm misses.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm lands with a hook. Sitsongrit tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm with a hook.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Storm shakes it off.
Storm checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Storm.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Lincoln Storm 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.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Sitsongrit gets tackled into the cage by Storm. Storm maintains the clinch. #T1#
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but Sitsongrit blocks with his arms.
Storm lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Sitsongrit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sitsongrit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head. #T2#
Storm is trying to force a seperation but Sitsongrit has the dominant position.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Storm seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sitsongrit can turn it around.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm lands a left hand.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Storm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with some punches.
Storm lands a right hand. #T3#
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
Storm prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm presses Sitsongrit against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sitsongrit takes a knee to the side of the body.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Storm. #BC2#
Sitsongrit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm missing with a left hand there. Sitsongrit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sitsongrit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Sitsongrit misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Storm misses with a left hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit throws a push kick but Storm slaps the foot to one side.
Storm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sitsongrit stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Sitsongrit counters with a body kick.
Sitsongrit takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sitsongrit tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Storm paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Storm misses with a combination
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Storm wants to clinch
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Storm rather than just go for the knockout.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that misses.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
Sitsongrit jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm misses the jab.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm tries to clinch there but Sitsongrit circles away.
Petdee Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm lands with a cross.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Storm is looking to clinch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Sitsongrit checks a leg kick nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sitsongrit! But no joy.
Sitsongrit circles away from the clinch attempt.
Storm cracks Sitsongrit with an open hand slap.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Storm on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A left lands for Storm.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the body.
Storm checks a low kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Storm.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Storm.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sitsongrit takes one to the chin there.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
A lazy left from Storm finds it's target.
Storm tries to clinch up but Sitsongrit circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm tries to counter by clinching up but Sitsongrit breaks away and moves out of range.
Sitsongrit misses with a right hand #CL#
and Storm counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Storm.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Storm trying to land knees to the body.
Petdee Sitsongrit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm missing with knees to the body.
Sitsongrit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with some punches.
Storm tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from Storm.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Sitsongrit goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
Sitsongrit working aggressively here.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Sitsongrit controls the action.
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Sitsongrit blocks it. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Storm.
Sitsongrit lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Sitsongrit.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Sitsongrit blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Petdee Sitsongrit will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Storm misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sitsongrit.
Storm misses with a left hand
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm scores with a nice head shot.
Storm misses with a few strikes there.
Jab from Storm.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Sitsongrit moves into the clinch successfully.
Sitsongrit is working Storm over against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Sitsongrit pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Storm.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Sitsongrit lands with a light punch inside.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sitsongrit.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards. #T2#
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from Sitsongrit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sitsongrit is defending well for now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm takes a shot to the head.
Sitsongrit lands a nice shot to the body.
Petdee Sitsongrit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm trying to land knees to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
A short right from Sitsongrit.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
Good body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot. #T4#
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
A short body shot lands from Sitsongrit as the two fighters clinch.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm misses with some punches.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.

And that's the end of the fight!
Petdee Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sitsongrit 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Petdee Sitsongrit stepped up to the mic, saying 'Out with Bolsonaro!'.

 

Event: GAMMA#850 Rones v Gravas     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Friman doesn't manage to clinch there - Storm circles away.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Friman is wise to it.
Friman throws a right hand that Storm ducks under and follows up with a left that Storm also avoids with ease.
Friman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Friman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Friman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
We've been hearing reports that Friman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Friman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Friman feinted with a counter takedown.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Storm getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Friman fails with a takedown attempt.
Friman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Storm moves into range and clinches up with Friman.#T1#
Friman tries for a takedown. No joy.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Storm has Friman pressed against the cage, preventing Friman from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Storm lands a hook that snaps the head of Friman backwards.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Friman blocks it with crossed arms.
Storm 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.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Friman leaning his opponent against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Storm tries to work over Friman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Friman.
Storm working aggressively here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Friman presses Storm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm misses with a body punch. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm. #BC#
Friman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Friman swinging wildly here.
Storm tries to counter with a clinch but Friman shakes him off and moves away.
Friman closes the distance but Storm moves to the side
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target. #TD#
Friman drives through with a takedown into guard.
Friman is standing up over Storm. Storm looks to escape but Friman dives into side control. #REVB#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Friman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Storm isn't going anywhere.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Friman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Storm keeps working. #T3#
Friman throws an elbow but Storm slips to the side and avoids it well.
Friman wants to control for a moment but Storm uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Friman wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Friman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Friman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Friman wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy.
Friman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Friman is trying to control the action in half guard but Storm is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Storm regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Friman.
Friman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Friman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Friman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Friman 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.
Friman trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Friman is working Storm over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Friman scores with a takedown into Storm's guard.#ES2#
Storm pushes Friman off and scrambles back to his feet.
Friman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Friman connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Friman blocks a low kick nicely.
Friman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Friman throws a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm lunges at Friman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Friman's hand.
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Friman.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Friman.
Friman loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm lands with a hook. Friman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from Friman.
Friman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Friman throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Storm throws a hook but Friman avoids it easily.
Friman lands a right hook to the body.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Friman moves away.
Storm misses with a hook. Friman ducked under it nicely.
Friman moves forwards but Storm connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Friman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Friman misses the shot to the body.
Friman swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Friman throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Friman fails with a takedown attempt.
Friman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Storm swivels and escapes.
Friman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm misses with a hook. Friman ducked under it nicely.
Friman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Storm paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
A punch lands to the side of Friman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Friman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm misses with a left hand
and Friman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Friman walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Storm showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Friman.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Friman slips under a jab from Storm.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#TD#
Storm gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Friman to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Friman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Friman connects with a couple of short punches.
Storm avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Storm looking to hit a scissor sweep but Friman is one step ahead there.
Friman throws a strike but Storm rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Friman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Friman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Friman is really struggling to control Storm but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T4#
Friman seems keen to control Storm's posture.
Storm engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Friman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Storm's guard. #REVR#
Friman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Friman chips away with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Friman.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Friman shoots in and drives through. Storm sprawls well.
Storm moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm tries a quick counter leg kick but Friman is wise to it.
Friman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Friman looks for a takedown but Storm sprawls well.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Friman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a jab when Friman was well out of range.
Friman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Friman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Friman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Storm moves into the clinch.#T1#
Friman wants to take the fight to the mat but Storm manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oskar Friman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Friman is trying to maintain a safe position but Storm gets an underhook and turns Friman into the cage.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Friman lands a body punch in the clinch.
Friman is looking to take this one to the mat.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
Friman is looking to break free of the clinch but Storm has double underhooks.
Friman has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Storm avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Friman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice cross by Storm.
Storm avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Friman.
Friman feinted with a counter takedown.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Friman under the eye.
Friman dives in for a single leg takedown but Storm sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A big left from Storm misses.
Friman throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Friman throws a good cross that connects.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm throws a series of punches but Friman avoids them all with ease.
Friman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Friman takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Friman lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Storm blocks a jab.
Friman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm scores with a nice right hand.
Friman just misses with a punch to the body.
Friman throws the left hand but Storm avoids the punch easily.
Storm circles away from the clinch attempt.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Friman.
Friman throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Storm throws a leg kick but Friman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Friman.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Friman saw that one coming.
Storm connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Friman's hands.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Friman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Friman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Storm punishes Friman's body with a nice straight punch.
Friman throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm throws out a powerful jab.#TD#
Friman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Storm has momentary wrist control but Friman slips an elbow through the middle.
Storm 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.
Friman controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Storm managing to control the position.
Oskar Friman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Friman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Friman trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Friman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Friman throws a big right hand that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Storm 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#846 Rones v Regueiro     
Date:   Aug 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Storm bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Temirov's head.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Temirov is out of range.
Temirov 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.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temirov.#CL#
Storm closes the distance and clinches.
Temirov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC2#
Temirov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm jabs at Temirov's body.
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Temirov's sensitive parts.
Temirov misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Some wild striking there from Temirov.
Storm with a nice cross.
Temirov tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Temirov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Temirov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
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!
Temirov loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm is looking to counter punch.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Temirov counters with a thumping low kick.
Temirov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Temirov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Temirov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Storm's head.#CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm scores with a hook.
Temirov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Temirov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Temirov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Temirov misses with a leg kick.
Storm bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Temirov's head backwards.
Temirov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Storm.
Temirov slips a jab from Storm.
Storm connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Temirov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temirov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Storm.
Temirov throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.#T2#
Donk. Storm catches Temirov right on the button with a cross.
It looks like Storm has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Storm on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Temirov throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Temirov gets tackled into the cage by Storm. Storm maintains the clinch.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Temirov blocks an uppercut.
Temirov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Temirov dodges an elbow strike from Storm.
Temirov lands a left hand.
Temirov working hard to break the clinch.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Temirov is blocking nicely. #BC2#
Temirov breaks the clinch.
Temirov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Temirov does no damage.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Temirov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T3#
Temirov throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Temirov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Temirov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temirov.
Temirov throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Storm is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm with a hook.
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Temirov swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Storm tries to clinch up but Temirov circles away and keeps his distance.
Temirov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.#CL#
Storm gets a clinch. #BC2#
Temirov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Temirov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Temirov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A cross from Storm lands.#T4#
Nice cross by Storm.
Temirov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Temirov throws a good cross that connects.
A telegraphed right hand from Temirov misses the target.
Temirov swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Temirov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm throws a quick inside leg kick.
Storm scores with a hook.
Temirov throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Temirov walks into a left hand.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Temirov. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands with a good body shot.
Storm fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Storm lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Storm on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Temirov. Temirov obviously looking to wear him down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Temirov misses with a straight right.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temirov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm slips a straight right by Temirov.
Temirov slips under a jab.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and Temirov counters with a straight right hand.
Storm throws out a powerful jab.
Temirov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Temirov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temirov.
Donk. Storm catches Temirov right on the button with a cross.
Temirov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Temirov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Temirov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Temirov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Temirov walks into a left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Temirov does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
A big left from Storm misses. #CL#
Storm gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Temirov breaks the clinch.
Temirov connects with a body shot.
Temirov blocks a jab.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw.
Storm misses with a hook.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Temirov in his tracks.
Temirov tries a low kick but Storm avoids it.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Temirov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm lands with a good body shot.
Temirov throws a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Storm clobbers Temirov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Temirov defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Temirov fails to land with a series of punches.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temirov.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Temirov.
Temirov lands with a right hand.
Storm swinging wildly here.
Temirov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm lunges at Temirov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Temirov's hand.
Temirov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Temirov ducks down to avoid it. #KD2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Temirov drops Storm with a right and a left! Temirov comes rushing in but Storm regains his composure and manages to keep Temirov in guard. #ROC2#Storm is rocked!
Temirov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Temirov looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Temirov trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Temirov throwing strikes but missing.
Temirov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Temirov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Temirov trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Storm moves to clinch but Temirov breaks away
and Temirov counters with a left to the body. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Temirov.
Storm checks a low kick from Temirov.
Temirov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Storm circles away quickly and effectively.
Storm swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Temirov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Temirov.
Temirov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Temirov slips under a jab from Storm.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm defending well as Temirov loads up on a big left hand.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Temirov works Storm's body with a nice hook.
Temirov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Temirov.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ruslan Temirov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Storm throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Temirov on the side of the head.
Storm cracks Temirov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Temirov moved out of range.
Temirov tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Storm closes the distance but Temirov moves to the side
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Temirov is out of range.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Temirov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm tries to clinch there but Temirov circles away.
Temirov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Temirov at a distance.
Storm checks a leg kick nicely.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temirov.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one 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!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Storm.#T1#
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Temirov saw that one coming.
Temirov looks to land a combination but Storm avoids it well.
Storm fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Temirov on the side of the head.
Storm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Temirov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temirov was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Temirov lands with a hook. Storm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Storm darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Temirov throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm needs to keep his hands up - Temirov had a free shot at his head there.
Jab by Storm.
Temirov throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Temirov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Temirov looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Temirov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Storm with a hook.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Temirov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Temirov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Temirov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm moves out of range as Temirov strikes.
A quick step to the side and Storm tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Temirov off the cage and back into range.
A leg kick checked by Storm.
Storm appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.
Temirov digs a good hook to Storm's body.
Temirov throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temirov takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T3#
Storm fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Temirov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Storm moves to clinch but Temirov breaks away
and Temirov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Temirov stuns Storm with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Storm swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Temirov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Temirov throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Temirov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
Temirov drops his hands momentarily and Storm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Storm lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Temirov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Temirov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm moves away from the strike by Temirov.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Temirov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Temirov looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temirov ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
A big left from Temirov misses.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temirov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Temirov! But no joy.
Storm misses with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Temirov.
A jab lands there for Storm.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Temirov.
Temirov lands with a shot to the body.
Temirov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Temirov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Temirov lands a slapping body shot.
Temirov misses with a combination
and Temirov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Temirov scores with a sloppy right hand. Storm should have avoided that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ruslan Temirov.
I think Temirov 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lincoln Storm!

A relieved looking Lincoln Storm 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: GAMMA#841 Benedetti v Rones     
Date:   Jul 18, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Barbo gets tackled into the cage by Storm. Storm maintains the clinch.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm blocks an elbow strike.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Storm lands a knee to the head.
Barbo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Barbo throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm presses Barbo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Barbo tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Barbo back against the cage.
We've been informed that Storm has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barbo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbo's elbow.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbo can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Barbo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm lands with a short head shot 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!
Barbo misses with a punch to the body.
Barbo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Barbo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Barbo works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Barbo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A knee to the head by Storm.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm with a knee to the head.
Barbo blocks an uppercut.
Barbo throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Barbo fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Barbo.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Barbo is blocking nicely.
Storm lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Barbo tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbo throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Storm.
Storm lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Barbo has a couple of punches blocked by Storm. #T2#
Storm tries a knee to the head but Barbo blocks it.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Storm pushes Barbo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barbo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barbo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Barbo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbo throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Barbo controls the action.
Barbo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Barbo.
Barbo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
With the fighters up against the cage, Storm throws an elbow but misses.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Barbo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Barbo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Barbo is blocking nicely.
Barbo blocks an uppercut.
Barbo avoids a wild elbow strike from Storm.
Barbo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T3#
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barbo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Barbo tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Barbo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Barbo misses with a punch to the body.
Storm tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Barbo avoids it.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Barbo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm lands a hook that snaps the head of Barbo backwards.
Barbo misses with a body punch.
Knees to the body from Barbo.
A hook to the body from Barbo.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barbo lands a nice uppercut.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Barbo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
Barbo lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Barbo tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Barbo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but Barbo blocks with his arms.
Barbo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Barbo backwards.
Storm prevents a body shot from Barbo.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barbo.
Barbo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbo blocks a body shot from Storm.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Barbo blocks it.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm misses with some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Barbo.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Barbo avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Barbo moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barbo.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Barbo counters with a body kick.
Barbo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbo.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Barbo circles away.
Barbo moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Barbo misses the target.
Storm is looking to clinch but Barbo is avoiding it.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm moves out of range of the body kick from Barbo.
Barbo misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm cracks Barbo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Barbo throws the kick towards the body but Storm avoids it.
Barbo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Barbo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barbo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Barbo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Barbo misses with a low kick.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Barbo lands with a nice body kick.
Barbo throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Barbo misses with a straight right.
Barbo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Storm moves out of range of the leg kick from Barbo.
Barbo connects with a solid leg kick.
Barbo moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Barbo misses the target.
Barbo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Barbo scrambles back to his feet.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barbo.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Barbo off balance momentarily.
Barbo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Barbo is looking to clinch but Storm is avoiding it.
That kick from Barbo tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Barbo is out of range.
Barbo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Storm's sensitive parts.
Barbo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barbo.
Barbo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Barbo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbo misses with a low kick as Storm jumps back.
That kick from Storm tenderised Barbo's leg. Barbo is trying to keep his angry face on.
Storm throws a right hand that misses
and Barbo counters with a straight right hand.
Storm moves out of range as Barbo strikes.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barbo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barbo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Barbo counters with a nice uppercut.
Barbo ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Storm scores with the left hand. Barbo knows he should have avoided that one.
Barbo lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Storm instigates a clinch. #T3#
A hook to the body from Barbo.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Barbo backwards.
Barbo gets through Storm's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Storm misses with an elbow strike.
Barbo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Barbo scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbo.
Barbo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Barbo misses with a body punch.
Barbo avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbo's elbow.
Storm blocks a body shot from Barbo.
Barbo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbo avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Barbo controls the action. #BC2#
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barbo looks to land a body kick but Storm moved away.
It seemed like Storm was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barbo staying out of range there.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Barbo ducks down to avoid it.
Storm with a hook.
Storm takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Barbo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Sala Barbo is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Storm rushes Barbo and presses him up against the cage.
Barbo throws a head punch that misses.
Barbo lands a nice uppercut.
Barbo blocks an elbow strike from Storm.
Barbo struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Barbo.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Barbo lands a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm landing knees to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbo.
Lincoln Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Barbo misses with a short punch on the inside.
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 Sala Barbo will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Barbo slips a jab from Storm.
Storm moves out of range as Barbo strikes.
Storm unleashes a big counter combination but Barbo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's front leg with a kick but Storm checks it.
Barbo tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barbo.
Barbo lands a right hook to the body.
Storm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Barbo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Barbo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Barbo throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Storm gets a clinch.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Barbo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Barbo.
Barbo misses with the head strike. #T1#
Barbo lands a shot to the body.
Barbo tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Barbo back against the cage.
Storm blocking some punches.
Barbo presses Storm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Barbo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Barbo.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Barbo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm presses Barbo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Barbo blocks it with crossed arms.
Storm gets through Barbo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch on the inside from Barbo fails to land.
Barbo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barbo works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Storm tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Barbo avoids it.
Storm utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee 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!
Still in the clinch, Barbo scores with a nice short uppercut.
A body shot lands from Barbo.
Storm takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Barbo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barbo lands a nice uppercut.
Barbo digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Barbo misses with some punches.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbo tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Barbo back against the cage.
Storm with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Barbo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Barbo has a couple of punches blocked by Storm. #T3#
Storm tries to work over Barbo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barbo.
Barbo blocks an elbow strike.
Storm lands a knee to the head.
Storm misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Barbo.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbo.
Barbo digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
Barbo misses with some punches.
Barbo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Barbo lands with a right to the head.
Barbo digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
Barbo misses with a punch to the body.
Barbo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Barbo.
Barbo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Barbo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Barbo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Barbo lands with a right to the head.
Barbo gets through Storm's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Barbo on the inside.
Barbo digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Barbo scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm lands a body punch.
Barbo throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Barbo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A nice right hand lands inside from Barbo.
Barbo struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Barbo blocks a body shot from Storm.
Barbo has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Barbo backwards.
Barbo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
Barbo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sala Barbo clearly takes that round.
That's time! Barbo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Barbo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm tries to clinch but Barbo moves away
and Barbo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Barbo keeps the fight on the outside.
Barbo is looking to clinch but Storm is avoiding it.
Storm tries to clinch up but Barbo circles away and keeps his distance.
Barbo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Storm clinches with his opponent.
Barbo blocking some punches.
Barbo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Barbo takes a knee right on the jaw!
Barbo digs a right hand into Storm's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Storm's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Barbo.
A head punch on the inside from Barbo fails to land.
Barbo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
Barbo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Storm.
Barbo scores with a shoulder strike.
Storm is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barbo lands a left hand. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barbo.
Barbo digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short body shot lands from Barbo as the two fighters clinch.
Barbo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Barbo misses with some punches.
A short left from Barbo.
Barbo lands a left hand.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Barbo stalls.
Barbo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Storm is keeping busy.
Barbo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Barbo backwards.
Barbo tries to land a knee to the head but Storm blocks with his arms.
Barbo lands with a light punch inside.
Barbo misses with a body punch. #T2#
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbo's elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barbo pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barbo misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Barbo breaks from the clinch.
Barbo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Storm avoids the body shot from Barbo.
Barbo is looking to slow Storm down with leg kicks.
Storm moves to clinch but Barbo breaks away
and Barbo counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Storm takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A jab from Barbo finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Barbo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Barbo sets himself, and Storm steps forward looking for the clinch! Barbo avoids it this time.
Storm throws out a loose jab but Barbo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbo throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range. #T3#
Barbo cracks Storm with a right hand to the side of the head.
Barbo throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.#CL2#
Storm darts in and clinches Barbo up against the cage.
Barbo pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Storm misses with a body punch.
A short right from Barbo on the inside.
Barbo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Barbo - that landed with a thud.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Barbo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A shot in the inside from Barbo.
Barbo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barbo lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Storm.
Barbo using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Barbo lands with a light punch inside.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barbo misses with a punch on the inside.
Barbo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Barbo.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Barbo throws an elbow that misses.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Barbo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Barbo is blocking nicely.
Barbo lands a nice shot to the body.
Barbo lands a shot to the body.
Barbo lands a body punch.
Barbo can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
A short right from Barbo.
Barbo gets through Storm's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sala Barbo had his way with Lincoln Storm in that round.
That's time! Barbo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Barbo throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Barbo slips a jab from Storm.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Barbo circles away.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Barbo. Storm shrugs it off though.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Storm drives through and clinches with Barbo against the cage.
Barbo scores with a shoulder strike.
Barbo blocks an elbow strike from Storm.
Storm tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Storm tries for a takedown but Barbo manages to get underhooks.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Barbo.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Barbo is blocking nicely. #T1#
Knees in the clinch landing for Storm.
Storm is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barbo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Barbo throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Barbo.
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Barbo misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Barbo effectively controlling the action here.
Storm trying to land knees to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Barbo.
Barbo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Barbo tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Barbo.
Storm looking to slow down the pace here.
Barbo lands with a left to the head. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barbo scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Barbo.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Barbo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barbo scores with a hook to the body.
Barbo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A hook to the body from Barbo.
Barbo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Barbo.
Storm using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Barbo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Barbo scores with a hook to the body.
Barbo gets through Storm's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Barbo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Barbo working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Barbo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm prevents a body shot from Barbo.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Barbo blocks it with crossed arms.
Barbo throws a head punch that misses.
Barbo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Barbo is blocking nicely.
Barbo lands a right hand.
Storm landing knees to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Barbo.
Barbo has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
A head punch on the inside from Barbo fails to land.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Barbo blocks it with crossed arms.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Storm landing knees to the body.
Storm landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barbo struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Storm lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barbo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Storms head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Barbo.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Barbo throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Barbo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from Barbo.
Barbo misses with a punch to the body.
Storm pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Barbo avoids it.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Storm works on Barbo's body with a couple of short punches.
Barbo can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
A short uppercut from Barbo.
Barbo pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.

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 Sala Barbo.
Well Barbo 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sala Barbo!

Sala Barbo retains his featherweight title!
Sala Barbo thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: GAMMA#835 Kodja v Viking     
Date:   Jun 20, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kid takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Kid blocks the leg kick.
Kid changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kid.
Kid's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kid scrambles back to his feet.
Storm lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Storm works the jab nicely.
Kid throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Kid throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kid fails to land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Kid. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Kid steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Kid shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Storm cracks Kid with a good jab.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kid slips a jab from Storm.#T1#
Storm misses with a looping right.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kid lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
Storm lands a nice hook to Kid's body. Kid takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Kid lands with a straight right. Storm didn't see that one coming.
A big left from Kid misses.
Kid looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Kid slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Storm lands with a hook. Kid tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Storm catches Kid with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kid.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kid.
Storm slips under a jab from Kid.
Storm looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kid tries for a takedown but Storm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T2#
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kid drops his hands momentarily and Storm takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice jab there from Kid.
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kid looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Kid lands the left hand.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
A nice leg kick from Storm, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kid missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Kid.
Storm is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Kid dives in and scores a takedown into Storm's guard.#T3#
Kid trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kid with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kid scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kid wants to pass the guard but Storm is keeping the position.
Storm has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kid tries to free his leg and advance position but Storm is retaining full guard.
Kid trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kid is looking to pass into half guard but Storm pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Storm is in guard.#REVR#
Storm wants to control from the top but Kid keeps moving.
Storm stopping the sweep attempt from Kid.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kid holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Kid is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kid not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Kid does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kid tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kid misses with a straight left.
Kid steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Kid shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kid looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice defenses there by Kid.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Storm looks to land a combination. Kid sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kid shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Storm as he jumps to the side.
Kid swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Kid ducks down to avoid it.
Nice shot by Kid.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kid misses with a body shot.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kid can do to turn this around?#T1#
Storm misses with a straight left.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Kid saw that one coming.
Kid swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Kid waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Kid on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kid backs up against the cage.
Storm slips a jab from Kid.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kid.
Storm throws a low kick but Kid avoids it.
Kid connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT2#It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
We've been told by Storm's head coaches at Runts Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kid wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm lands a nice hook to Kid's body. Kid takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Kid saw that one coming.
Kid looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kid bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kid tests Storm's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Kid throws out a powerful jab.
Storm slips a jab from Kid.
A quick step to the side and Storm tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kid scores with a jab to the head.
Kid takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Storm lands with a nice combination. Kid backs away looking to recover.
Nice uppercut lands for Kid. That snapped Storm's head back.
Kid is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kid scores with a crisp jab that stopped Storm in his tracks.
Kid keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kid lands an overhand right.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kid in his tracks.
Kid just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a hook. Kid ducked under it nicely.
Kid drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Storm defends it well.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Kid saw it coming and moves away. #T3#
Storm jabs at Kid's body.
Storm misses with a low kick.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Storm misses with a hook.
Kid blocks a low kick nicely.
Kid misses with the combination.
Kid displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Kid misses with a wild body shot.
Nice jab there from Storm.
Storm throws a leg kick but Kid checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kid. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kid at a distance.
Kid moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kid has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kid chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him. #T4#
Kid slips under a jab from Storm.
A left lands for Storm.
Kid lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kid smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Storm defending well as Kid loads up on a big left hand.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kid.
Storm lands the left hand.
Storm feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kids jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kid shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Storm as he jumps to the side.
Kid uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kid is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Storm throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Kid counters with a takedown into side control.
Kid throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
A punch combination from Kid misses.
Kid uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
A countering left hand to the body from Kid misses.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kid throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Kid cracks Storm with an open hand slap.
Kid avoids the body shot from Storm.
Kid takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kid misses with a looping left.
Kid takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kid ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kid.
Storm scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Kid counters with a nice double leg into side control. Storm won't be happy with that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T1#
Storm wants to pass the guard but Kid is defending well.
Kid wants to control but Storm is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Storm is trying to control. Kid wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kid is looking to improve his position.
Storm wants to take a breather but Kid is having none of it.
Kid tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Kid is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kid is still trying to improve position.
Disco Kid has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Kid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Storm pulls his head out easily.
Kid is trying to control but Storm passes into side control!
Kid is looking to regain half guard here but Storm keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Kid is being controlled here.
Storm trying to control the action but Kid is working from the bottom.
Kid tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Storm wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kid misses with a hook.
Kid looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.#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.
Kid looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm lands a nice shot to the body.
Kid tries to move into range but Storm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Donk. Storm catches Kid right on the button with a cross.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Kid.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Kid is just out of range.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Kid ducks down to avoid it.
Storm digs a good body shot into Kid's ribs.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kid sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kid throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Storm stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kid throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm lands with a right hand.
Kid misses with a two punch combination.
Storm cracks Kid with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kid looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

A very excited looking Lincoln Storm 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: GC 348 ?? vs ??     
Date:   May 23, 2020
#R1#
Storm defending well as Joteel loads up on a big left hand.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Joteel checks a leg kick.
Storm misses the jab.
Joteel throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Storm slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Joteel misses with a low kick.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by Joteel and move into the clinch.
Joteel pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Joteel missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm backing away here, and Joteel unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Joteel throws a leg kick which misses Storm's front leg but catches the back leg as Storm tries to avoid it.
A jab from Storm misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joteel getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Storm tests Joteel's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good shot there by Joteel.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joteel looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Storm.#T1#
A jab from Storm misses.
A left lands for Storm.
Joteel throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Joteel should have avoided that one.
Joteel punishes Storm's body with a nice straight punch.
Storm throws a hook but Joteel avoids it easily.
Storm cracks Joteel with a good jab.
Joteel throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Joteel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joteel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm lands a body shot.
Joteel wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Joteel is looking to chop away at Storm's legs.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Joteel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Runts Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Joteel ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Joteel looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Joteel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Storm scores with a jab.
Storm tries to clinch but Joteel is having none of it.
Joteel throws a wild body kick that Storm sees coming a mile off.
Storm seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Joteel lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Joteel takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Joteel misses with a body kick.
Joteel fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Joteel blocks a jab.
Joteel throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joteel with a hook.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Joteel is just out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Joteel.
Storm tries to clinch there but Joteel circles away.
A little jabbing left from Joteel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Storm takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Joteel doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch but Joteel swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Storm misses with a hook. Joteel ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Joteel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Storm connects with a good right hand that stumbles Joteel. Joteel circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Joteel slips under a jab.
Storm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Joteel takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A swing and a miss from Joteel.
Joteel tries to score with a low kick but Storm moves his leg out of the way.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Joteel moved out of range nicely.
Joteel throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range. #CL2#
Joteel drives through and clinches with Storm against the cage.
Storm lands an uppercut.
Joteel lands an uppercut.
Storm pushes Joteel back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Joteel prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm missing with knees to the body.
Storm works on Joteel's body with a couple of short punches.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joteel misses with a short punch on the inside.
Joteel works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Joteel swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joteel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm working aggressively here.
Joteel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Joteel prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with some punches.
Joteel lands an uppercut.
Joteel blocks a body shot from Storm.
Joteel tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Joteel controls the action.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joteel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Joteel.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Joteel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Joteel fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
Storm forces Joteel back against the cage and clinches.
Storm is trying to pull guard but Joteel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Storm blocking some punches.
Joteel digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lincoln Storm has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Joteel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joteel lands with a right to the head.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Joteel blocks it with crossed arms.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Joteel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Joteel.
Joteel struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Joteel lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Joteel misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Joteel can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Joteel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joteel prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm blocks a body shot from Joteel.
A short left from Storm.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Joteel has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Storm seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Joteel can turn it around.
Joteel looking to slow down the pace here.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joteel.
Joteel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm lands a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Jacque Joteel has been cut.
Storm blocking some punches. #T2#
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Joteel breaks from the clinch.
Good exchange - Joteel coming out on top.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm throws a leg kick but Joteel sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Storm takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Joteel misses with a leg kick.
Storm takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Joteel misses the jab.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Joteel throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Joteel slips the punch.
Storm misses with a hook
and Joteel counters with a left to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Joteel looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Joteel slips the punch.
Joteel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.#T3#
Storm lands a jab to Joteel's midsection.
A left lands for Joteel.
Joteel swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Joteel throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Joteel at a distance.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Joteel manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Storm throws a leg kick but Joteel sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Joteel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Joteel misses the jab.
Joteel looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm slips under a jab.
Joteel misses with a body kick.
Storm slips under a jab from Joteel.
Joteel throws a big shot that misses.
A slow jab from Joteel misses its intended target.
It looked like Storm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
Joteel tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Joteel uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Storm 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm scores with a jab to the head.
Storm misses with a low kick as Joteel jumps back.
Joteel throws a head kick that half lands.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Joteel momentarily.
A shot to the liver by Joteel. Beautiful body shot.
Storm wants to slow Joteel down by chopping away at his legs.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Joteel can pounce on him.
Storm throws a hook but Joteel blocks it.
Joteel pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
Joteel lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jacque Joteel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joteel manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jacque Joteel will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jacque Joteel's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Storm connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Joteel's hands.
Storm jabs at Joteel's body.#CL#
Storm clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Storm cracks Joteel with a nice body shot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Joteel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Joteel is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Joteel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Joteel's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Joteel blocks it.
Joteel is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T1#
Joteel misses with a body punch.
Joteel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Joteel has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm digs a right hand into Joteel's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Joteel's gas tank.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Joteel's elbow.
Storm misses with an elbow strike.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Joteel.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Joteel.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joteel.
Storm pushes Joteel back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Joteel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Joteel tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Joteel back against the cage. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Joteel fails to land.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Joteel or not.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from Joteel.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm tries to work over Joteel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Joteel in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Storm blocks a body shot from Joteel.
Joteel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Joteel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
Joteel blocks an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Joteel takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Storm blocks a body shot from Joteel.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Joteel misses with the head strike.
Joteel blocks an uppercut.
Joteel lands a left hand.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Joteel backwards.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Joteel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm lands an uppercut.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Joteel.
Storm misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joteel.
Joteel misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a knee strike.
Storm throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Storm pushes Joteel back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Joteel lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Joteel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Joteel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Joteel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Joteel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm prevents a body shot from Joteel.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Storm 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Lincoln Storm!

Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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: GC 343 ?? vs ??     
Date:   Apr 19, 2020
#R1#
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Whiplash under the eye.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Whiplash misses with a straight left.
Whiplash thuds his right hand into Storm's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#
It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Nice shot lands for Storm.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Whiplash throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Whiplash's belly button to the back.
Whiplash takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've been informed that Whiplash has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Whiplash tries to counter with a clinch but Storm shakes him off and moves away.
Whiplash scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Whiplash moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #CL#
Storm has closed the distance and engaged Whiplash in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Whiplash.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Whiplash blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Whiplash breaks the clinch.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Runts Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Storm is looking to score with low kicks.#T1#
Whiplash throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm missing with a left hand there. Whiplash was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Whiplash! But no joy.
Whiplash ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Whiplash slips a jab from Storm.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Whiplash moved out of range.
Whiplash scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Whiplash.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Whiplash counters by clinching up.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Storm has Whiplash pressed against the cage, preventing Whiplash from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Whiplash taking a breather.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
Whiplash tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Whiplash is trying to stall.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm. #T2#
Whiplash slows down the pace here.
Whiplash working aggressively here.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Whiplash lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
Whiplash breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Storm fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Whiplash throws a body punch but Storm moves out of range.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Whiplash was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a jab when Whiplash was well out of range.
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3#
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Whiplash.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Whiplash's head back.
Whiplash blocks a jab.
Whiplash throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Whiplash thuds his right hand into Storm's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Storm wants to clinch up but Whiplash keeps it at a distance.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Whiplash doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Whiplash looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Whiplash circles away.
Whiplash lands a right hook to the body.
Storm misses with a body shot. #T4#
Whiplash misses the shot to the body.
Whiplash looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab by Storm.
Storm throws the left hand but Whiplash avoids the punch easily.
Whiplash thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Whiplash.
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Whiplash uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Whiplash on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Whiplash throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Whiplash does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Whiplash misses.
Storm throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Whiplash moves away and avoids it.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Whiplash.
Whiplash lands a glancing blow to the side of Storm's head.
Storm takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands a body shot.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm'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#
Whiplash throws a right hand that Storm ducks under and follows up with a left that Storm also avoids with ease.
As Whiplash tries to get set, Storm tries to push him back and clinch up but Whiplash manages to avoid the attempt.
Whiplash looks to land a left hand but Storm moved out of range nicely.
Whiplash missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Whiplash manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Whiplash with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Whiplash connects with a body shot.
Storm fails to land with a series of punches.
Whiplash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Whiplash lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Storm circles away quickly and effectively.
Whiplash ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Whiplash paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A nice side step and Whiplash releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Whiplash takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice combination there by Storm.
A telegraphed right hand from Whiplash misses the target.
Storm takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
A jab from Storm misses.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Whiplash throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm is looking to clinch.
Storm connects with a right hand. Whiplash shakes it off.
Storm finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Whiplash misses with a body shot. #CL#
Storm gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Whiplash.
Whiplash tries to break the clinch but Storm is controlling the position.
Whiplash is trying to break free.
Whiplash is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Storm is keeping busy.
Whiplash can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Whiplash blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Whiplash lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T2#
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Storm tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Whiplash misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm blocking some punches.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Whiplash.
Whiplash lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Whiplash's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Whiplash throws out the jab.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch up but Whiplash swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Whiplash's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Whiplash. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Whiplash connects with a right hand. Storm shakes it off.
Whiplash steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Whiplash throws a hook but Storm blocks it.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Whiplash uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
A big left from Whiplash misses.
Whiplash scores with a hook to the body. Storm takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Whiplash.
Whiplash shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Storm.
Whiplash swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Whiplash moved out of range.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Whiplash just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Storm checks a leg kick. #T4#
Storm tries to clinch but Whiplash is having none of it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Whiplash uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Whiplash wants to slow Storm down by chopping away at his legs.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Whiplash saw that one coming.
Storm moves away from the strike by Whiplash.
Storm cracks Whiplash with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Whiplash tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm with a jab.
Whiplash throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice straight punches there by Whiplash. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Whiplash.#CL#
Storm rushes Whiplash and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Whiplash throws a head punch that misses.
Whiplash wants to break the clinch but can't.
Storm prevents Whiplash from breaking the clinch.
Whiplash tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a knee to the head.
Whiplash tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
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#
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Whiplash misses with a double jab.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Whiplash moved out of range.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and Whiplash counters with a nice body shot.
Storm blocks a head kick by Whiplash.
Nice body punch from Whiplash.
Whiplash has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Whiplash waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Storm.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Whiplash sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Whiplash's head but Whiplash sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whiplash moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Whiplash staying out of range there.
Storm throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Storm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T1#
Storm cracks Whiplash with a right hand to the side of the head.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Whiplash.
Whiplash misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Whiplash.
Storm cracks Whiplash with a good jab.
Whiplash throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Whiplash.
Whiplash misses with a jab, cross combination.
Whiplash throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm cracks Whiplash with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Whiplash throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Whiplash slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Whiplash is just out of range.
Whiplash is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
Whiplash pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Whiplash walks into a jab.
Nice shot by Whiplash.
Snappy Whiplash has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Whiplash misses the target.
Whiplash misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Whiplash moves away from the strike by Storm.
Whiplash now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Whiplash misses with a body shot.
Whiplash moves away from the strike by Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Whiplash. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Whiplash slips the punch.
Whiplash is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
Storm lands a leg kick that knocks Whiplash off balance momentarily.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Whiplash doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Whiplash wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Whiplash circles away from the clinch attempt.
Whiplash jabs Storm right on the nose. Storm blinks but takes it well.
Whiplash throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Storm darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Whiplash fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Whiplash.
Storm lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Whiplash misses with a left hand
and Storm counters with a two punch combo.
Whiplash slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL#
Storm moves into range and clinches up with Whiplash.
Whiplash scores with a hook to the body.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whiplash lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Whiplash softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Whiplash.
Storm blocking some punches.
Whiplash wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Whiplash prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Whiplash backwards. #T4#
Whiplash pushes Storm back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Whiplash fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Whiplash works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Whiplash doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whiplash tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Whiplash working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm blocks a body shot from Whiplash.
Storm lands a right hand.
A body shot lands from Whiplash.
A right hook to the body lands for Whiplash.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Whiplash pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Whiplash scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Whiplash swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Whiplash throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Whiplash checks a leg kick.#CL#
Storm gets a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Snappy Whiplash.
Well Storm has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

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

 

Event: PFC 150 Urani vs Yamaguchi     
Date:   Jan 12, 2020
#R1#
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Storm 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.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
Storm tries to clinch but MacNamara is having none of it.
MacNamara looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from MacNamara on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
MacNamara misses with a low kick.
Storm swinging wildly here.
MacNamara swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacNamara misses with an uppercut.
Good leg kick by Storm there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
MacNamara throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.
Storm takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacNamara paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
MacNamara tries to keep at a distance but Storm has taken the fight into the clinch.
MacNamara lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
MacNamara breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
MacNamara lands a body shot.
MacNamara swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacNamara defends it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. MacNamara does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Storm moves into the clinch.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Storm pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacNamara looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A leg kick checked by MacNamara.
MacNamara throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacNamara throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Storm tries to clinch up.
MacNamara throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacNamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from MacNamara.
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
MacNamara dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
MacNamara throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
MacNamara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacNamara thuds a left hand into Storm's body.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Storm tries to clinch but MacNamara is having none of it.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
And Storm tries to counter it with a takedown but MacNamara pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Storm misses with a straight right.
MacNamara thinks about countering with a body kick.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacNamara is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Storm's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on MacNamara's shoulder, as MacNamara tries to avoid the shot.
MacNamara just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Storm throws a right and a left that MacNamara avoids nicely.
MacNamara fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
MacNamara takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
MacNamara throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Storm looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A big left from MacNamara misses.
MacNamara swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by MacNamara.
MacNamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacNamara counters with a nice low kick that buckles Storm's knee momentarily.
MacNamara slips under a jab from Storm.#T4#
Storm with a hook.
Storm throws a jab when MacNamara was well out of range.
Storm blocks the body kick.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacNamara scores with a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm misses with a looping right.
MacNamara misses with an attempted mid kick.
A head kick misses from MacNamara.
Storm misses with a straight right.
MacNamara is looking to wear down Storm with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
MacNamara takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacNamara moves away from the strike by Storm.
A shot to the liver by MacNamara. Beautiful body shot.
MacNamara looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
MacNamara defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Storm shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Storm dodges the punch combination from MacNamara.
MacNamara swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacNamara ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A big right from Storm misses.
A big right from Storm misses.
Storm walks into a stiff left hand from MacNamara.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and MacNamara counters with a nice body shot.
MacNamara tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm closes the distance looking to clinch
and MacNamara counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and MacNamara counters with a body kick that stops Storm in his tracks momentarily.
Storm has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Storm there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara.
Storm tries to counter by closing the distance.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacNamara throws a leg kick but Storm moved away.
Storm lands a jab to the head.
MacNamara misses with a straight right.
Storm wants to counter the offense by MacNamara and move into the clinch position.
MacNamara throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm misses with a few strikes there.
MacNamara feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Storm's calf.
MacNamara misses with a shot to the body
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Storm rushes MacNamara and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
MacNamara manages to break the clinch.
A jab from MacNamara does it's job there.
Storm shoots in and drives through. MacNamara sprawls well.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm scores with a punch to the head.#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!
Storm scores with a nice strike.
Storm takes a shot to the body in his stride.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting MacNamara here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Storm misses with a hook
and MacNamara counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacNamara blocks a jab.
Storm throws a jab when MacNamara was well out of range.
MacNamara with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacNamara moves out of range of the strikes.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but MacNamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacNamara connects with a nice looking jab.
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and MacNamara counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacNamara misses with a looping left.
A low kick from Storm misses
and MacNamara counters with a nice body shot. #T3#
MacNamara slips a jab from Storm.
Seamus MacNamara is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm checks a low kick from MacNamara.#CL2#
Storm rushes MacNamara and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
MacNamara tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing MacNamara back against the cage. #BC#
MacNamara breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
MacNamara slips a straight right by Storm.
MacNamara swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
MacNamara pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacNamara throws a body kick that misses.
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from MacNamara.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara swats away the attempt to clinch by Storm.#T4#
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Storm takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara throws a sloppy head kick and Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Storm misses with a wild combination.
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!
Storm takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and MacNamara counters with a straight right hand.
A big left from Storm misses.
MacNamara throws a low kick but Storm moves out of range easily.
Storm connects with a jab.
A low kick from Storm misses
and MacNamara counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus MacNamara dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
MacNamara 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.
MacNamara lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
MacNamara is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Storm can do to turn this around?
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm defending well as MacNamara loads up on a big left hand.
Storm throws a front kick aimed at MacNamara's knee but MacNamara avoids it well.
Storm slips under a jab from MacNamara.
MacNamara scores with a jab to the jaw.
MacNamara lands with a good body shot.
Storm tries to clinch but MacNamara is having none of it.
MacNamara staying out of range there.
MacNamara throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacNamara on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Storm shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts MacNamara as he jumps to the side.
Storm throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around MacNamara's waist but MacNamara gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Storm off to one side.
MacNamara is looking to counter punch.
Storm tries to clinch but MacNamara is having none of it. #T1#
Storm is trying hard to land a takedown here. MacNamara sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Seamus MacNamara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lincoln Storm.
A big right from MacNamara misses.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacNamara lands a nice looking kick to the body. Storm takes a step back to recover.
MacNamara fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Storm has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacNamara throws a leg kick but Storm sees it coming and moves out of range.
Storm is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
MacNamara bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
MacNamara looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacNamara was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacNamara.
MacNamara uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
A jab from MacNamara misses.
Storm changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Storm misses with a low kick.
MacNamara is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacNamara looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.#T2#
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm lands a jab to MacNamara's midsection.
Storm lands an overhand right.
MacNamara throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Storm stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacNamara is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacNamara throws a predictable looking body shot #CL2#
and Storm counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
MacNamara wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
MacNamara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Storm lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacNamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacNamara blocks a low kick nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from MacNamara misses the target.
MacNamara keeps Storm at a distance using the push kick.
MacNamara gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.#T3#
MacNamara connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacNamara throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacNamara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Storm motions for MacNamara to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
MacNamara throws a front kick that sends Storm stumbling back into the cage.
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
Storm misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Storm thuds a left hand into MacNamara's body.
MacNamara looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm throws a solid leg kick but MacNamara takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Storm.
MacNamara throwing a counter right hand but Storm manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for MacNamara. That snapped Storm's head back.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
MacNamara looks for the body kick but Storm saw that one coming.
MacNamara throws a half hearted mid kick.
Storm tries to clinch but MacNamara is having none of it.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacNamara counters with a nice body shot.
MacNamara loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
MacNamara misses with a body shot.
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacNamara under the eye.
Seamus MacNamara is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacNamara fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacNamara counters with an inside leg kick.
MacNamara throws a head kick but Storm moves out of range.
MacNamara throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacNamara scoring well with a low kick there.
Storm shoots in for a double leg but MacNamara sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
MacNamara tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Seamus MacNamara showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for MacNamara, 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Seamus MacNamara!

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

 

Event: Eternity 3: Storm vs Fiso     
Date:   Dec 07, 2019
#R1#
Fiso lands a leg kick that knocks Storm off balance momentarily.
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fiso keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm lunges at Fiso with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fiso's hand.
Storm slips a jab from Fiso.#CL2#
Fiso moves into the clinch.
Fiso tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Fiso misses with a punch to the body.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Fiso is blocking nicely.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries to work over Fiso's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Fiso uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fiso lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm prevents a body shot from Fiso.
Fiso blocks an uppercut.
Fiso struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Fiso. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fiso misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fiso.
A body shot lands from Fiso.
Fiso jumps guard but Storm turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Storm lands a left hand.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fiso blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Storm. #BC2#
Fiso breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fiso works Storm's body with a nice hook.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by Storm.
Fiso takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm misses with a looping left.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Fiso's defenses.
We've been told by Storm's head coaches at Runts Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Storm tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Storm misses with a straight left.
Fiso works the jab nicely.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Fiso off the cage and back into range.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm checks a leg kick.
Fiso misses with a kick to the body.
Storm appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Fiso tries to land a front kick but Storm steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fiso lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm swings for the body but Fiso moves out of range.
Fiso swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
Fiso with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fiso looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm swings for the body but Fiso moves out of range.
Storm lands a nice hook to Fiso's body. Fiso takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Fiso takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Storm moves forwards but Fiso connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fiso throws a body shot but no joy.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Storm throws a predictable looking body shot
and Fiso counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fiso throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Storm stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fiso throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Storm misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Fiso counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fiso manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Fiso on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fiso doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Storm misses with a straight left. #T4#
Fiso wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Fiso.
Fiso moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Fiso lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fiso goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fiso looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm throws the left hand but Fiso avoids the punch easily.
Storm throws the left hand but Fiso avoids the punch easily.
Fiso misses the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm takes one to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Fiso does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fiso thumps Storm with a low kick.
Nice cross by Storm.
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 Lincoln Storm 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#
Fiso throws a nice inside leg kick.
Malaki Fiso seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fiso cracks a nice hook into Storm's ribs.
Fiso ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Fiso ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fiso throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fiso throws out the jab.
Fiso slips under a jab from Storm.
Fiso lands with a slapping head kick.
Storm chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Fiso uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm avoids the body shot from Fiso.
Storm misses with a lunging right hand
and Fiso counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Fiso ducks down to avoid it.
Fiso moves away from the strike by Storm.
Fiso is trying to counter with his kicks.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fiso, as that shot connected. #T1#
Fiso lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
Fiso staying out of range there.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Fiso is just out of range.
Fiso throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd cheers as Fiso lands an impressive looking overhand right. Storm doesn't seem phased though.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm lands with a nice body punch.
Fiso looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Storm gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fiso misses with the head strike.
Storm works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fiso misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fiso misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fiso misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fiso. #T2#
Fiso blocking some punches.
Fiso blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm gets through Fiso's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fiso lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Fiso's head.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Storm.
Fiso scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fiso throws a head punch that misses.
Fiso working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fiso managing to block the knees to the body from Storm.
Good body shot from Fiso.
Storm lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fiso.
Fiso tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Storm smiles and moves away.
Fiso avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Storm lands with a nice combination. Fiso backs away looking to recover.
Fiso throws a body kick that misses.
A big left from Fiso misses. #T3##CL#
Storm pushes Fiso up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Fiso tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Fiso throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
A head punch on the inside from Fiso fails to land.
Fiso blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fiso's elbow.
Fiso misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Fiso avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Fiso uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Fiso blocks it.
Storm gets through Fiso's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fiso throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm. #BC2#
Fiso breaks the clinch.
Fiso lands a jab to Storm's midsection.
Fiso will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #CL2#
Fiso clinches. #T4#
Fiso tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Fiso back against the cage.
Fiso throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Fiso misses with some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fiso throws a head punch that misses.
Fiso lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards. #BC2#
Fiso breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fiso. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fiso misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fiso looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm clobbers Fiso with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Storm 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 Fiso has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Fiso and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Storm missing with a left hand there. Fiso was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fiso slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Malaki Fiso will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Fiso throws a big shot that misses.
Storm tries to clinch up but Fiso circles away and keeps his distance.
Fiso ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fiso has time to react.
Storm misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Fiso.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Fiso connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fiso wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiso cracks Storm with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Fiso counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm digs a good hook to Fiso's body. #T1#
Fiso tries a head kick but it misses.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Fiso's shoulder, as Fiso tries to avoid the shot.
Fiso ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Fiso is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fiso tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Fiso.
Storm lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Fiso cracks the inside of Storm's front leg.
Storm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fiso misses with a wild body shot.
Fiso dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm blocks a leg kick.
Fiso comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
The fighters circling - Fiso throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fiso tries a head kick but it misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Storm.
Fiso throws a big shot that misses.
Fiso uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fiso! But no joy.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fiso moves away.
Fiso connects with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fiso thumps Storm with a low kick.
Storm jabs Fiso right on the nose. Fiso blinks but takes it well.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fiso throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Storm closes the distance and pushes Fiso back into the cage.
Lincoln Storm has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Storm tries to work over Fiso's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Fiso lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fiso swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fiso throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
A short left from Storm.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fiso lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm lands a shoulder strike.
Fiso makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fiso misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fiso tries to pull guard but Storm won't allow it.
Fiso lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm takes a shot to the head.
Fiso doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm tries a body shot but Fiso blocks it.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Fiso throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Fiso fails to land.
Fiso working aggressively here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fiso lands a nice uppercut.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fiso.
Fiso jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Storm walks away with a smile on his face. Fiso gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T4#
Storm misses with a body shot.
Fiso 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.
Storm clobbers Fiso with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Crunch! Fiso slams his shin into Storm's torso.
A lazy left from Storm finds it's target.
Storm lands a body shot.
A clash of legs there as Fiso blocks the low kick.
Fiso throws a low kick but it's checked well by Storm.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Storm is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Fiso just misses with a punch to the body.
Fiso misses with a jab to the body
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fiso dips to his left and cracks Storm with an uppercut!
Storm uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fiso.
Storm scores with a decent looking hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Malaki Fiso just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4##CL#
Storm fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fiso, pushing him back against the cage.
Fiso blocks an uppercut.
Storm tries to land a knee to the head but Fiso blocks with his arms. #BC2#
Fiso breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fiso manages to avoid it.
Fiso takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
Storm closes the distance and clinches.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Fiso uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fiso swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Fiso.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Fiso lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Fiso has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fiso or not. #T1#
Fiso blocking some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Fiso.
Fiso jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Storm walks away with a smile on his face. Fiso gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Storm takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Storm throws a low kick but Fiso avoids it.
Storm takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fiso checks the leg kick.
Storm chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Fiso can pounce on him.
Storm is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Storm misses with a body shot
and Fiso counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm throws a big shot that misses.
Fiso cracks Storm with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Good shot there by Storm.
Fiso takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fiso was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.#T2#
Fiso connects with a solid leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Storm with a hook.
Storm blocks a jab.
Fiso staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fiso! But no joy.
Storm takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Storm lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fiso was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fiso manages to avoid it.
Fiso takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Fiso is out of range.
Storm takes one on the button.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Fiso lands a nice looking body shot.
Fiso has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Storm throws a body punch but Fiso moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fiso.
Donk. Fiso catches Storm right on the button with a cross.
Jab from Storm.
Fiso throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm swings for the body but Fiso moves out of range.
Fiso takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Storm throws a hook but Fiso blocks it.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Fiso's leg but Fiso calmly moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fiso.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Fiso moved out of range.
Fiso lands a jab.#T4#
Fiso fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm backing away here, and Fiso unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Fiso's leg but Fiso calmly moves out of range.
Fiso blocks a low kick nicely.
Fiso is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
Fiso tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fiso moves away.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Fiso counters with a right hand to the body.
Fiso scores with a nice strike.
Storm swings widly with a right hand
and Fiso counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Fiso sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Malaki Fiso will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Storm misses with a looping left.
Fiso throws a hook but Storm avoids it easily.
Fiso misses the jab.
Fiso misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Fiso throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by Fiso and move into the clinch.
Fiso takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Fiso lands a lovely overhand right.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Fiso.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Fiso ducks down to avoid it.
Fiso tries a quick counter leg kick but Storm is wise to it.
Fiso chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Fiso scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fiso tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm with a hook.
Storm scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fiso doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Fiso counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Storm thinking.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Storm looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fiso swings for the body but Storm moves out of range. #CL#
Storm clinches.
Fiso blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fiso tries to break the clinch but Storm is controlling the position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Fiso.
Fiso misses with a punch on the inside.
Fiso has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Lincoln Storm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##BC2#
Fiso breaks from the clinch.
Fiso misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Fiso fails in his attempt to clinch.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fiso counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice shot by Fiso.
Fiso circles away from the clinch attempt.
Fiso looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Fiso ducks down to avoid it.
Fiso uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Storm has time to react.
Fiso getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Fiso. That one must have hurt.#CL#
Storm rushes Fiso and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Fiso scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Fiso tries to pull guard but Storm forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Fiso tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Storm smiles and moves away.
Storm lands a glancing blow to the side of Fiso's head.
Storm lands a slapping body shot.
Storm swings for the body but Fiso moves out of range.
Fiso takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Storm has managed to clinch.
A hook to the body from Storm.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fiso prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fiso backwards.
Fiso misses with a punch to the body.
Fiso tries to pull guard but Storm forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malaki Fiso.
Fiso misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Fiso uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm lands a body shot.
Fiso is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Storm lands a right hand.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fiso has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Storm scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Fiso working aggressively here.
Fiso tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malaki Fiso is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Storm tries to work over Fiso's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fiso blocks a body shot from Storm.
Fiso has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm lands a shoulder strike.

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 Lincoln Storm.
I think Fiso has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 47:48
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 47:48
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 49:48

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Malaki Fiso!

Malaki Fiso is the new featherweight champion!
After winning the bout, Malaki Fiso 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 96     
Date:   Nov 01, 2019
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Volkov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Volkov. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm misses with a double jab.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Volkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Volkov.
Storm wants to counter the offense by Volkov and move into the clinch position.
Storm misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Storm clinches up against the ropes.
Volkov can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Volkov stalls.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Storm.
Storm works on Volkov's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
Volkov pulls Storm into guard. #SUB#
Volkov has an active guard here but Storm has managed to pass into half guard.
Storm is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Storm trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Storm not doing much here.
Volkov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Volkov.#SUB#
Volkov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Volkov wants to sweep here but Storm controlling him for the moment.
Storm must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Storm wants to control from the top but Volkov keeps moving.
Volkov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Volkov working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Storm got a little sloppy there for a moment and Volkov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Storm has managed to get both his arms back between Volkov's legs - danger averted.
Volkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
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#
Volkov 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#
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Storm's head.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Volkov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Storm keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Volkov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Storm knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Volkov seems to be working for a kimura but Storm defends the submission attempt.
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Storm felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T4##SUB#
Volkov is working for a submission of some sort.
Storm wants to improve his position but Volkov is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Volkov looking for a submission but Storm manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Volkov throws a strike but Storm rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Volkov misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Volkov. #CL#
Volkov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Storm, pushing him back against the ropes.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Volkov misses with a punch to the body.
I was talking to Volkov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Volkov manages to break the clinch.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Volkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Storm throws the left hand but Volkov avoids the punch easily.
Volkov moves in looking to clinch but Storm pushes him off.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Volkov off the ropes and back into range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Volkov persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Volkov doesn't manage to clinch there - Storm circles away.
Nice uppercut there from Storm.#T1#
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
That kick from Storm tenderised Volkov's leg. Volkov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Good exchange - Storm coming out on top.
Storm jabs Volkov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm wants to clinch up but Volkov keeps it at a distance.
Volkov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Volkov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Storm lands with a right hand.
Storm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
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!
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Storm lands a nice looking body shot.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
Volkov misses the body punch #CL2#
and Storm counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Storm.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Volkov's head.
Volkov wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Storm or not.
Storm blocks a body shot from Volkov.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lincoln Storm seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Storm gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm lands a left hand.
A short right from Storm. #BC#
Volkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Volkov.
Storm throws a chopping leg kick but Volkov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
As Storm looks to move away, Volkov throws a big counter combo but Storm just gets out of the way.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Volkov should have avoided that one.
Storm is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Volkov rather than just go for the knockout.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Volkov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Storm misses.
Volkov moves forwards but Storm connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm jabs at Volkov's body.
Storm connects with a looping right hand.
Storm misses with an uppercut
letting Volkov counter with a right hand.
Storm throws a hook but Volkov avoids it easily.
Volkov attempts a counter takedown but Storm avoids it well and moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Storm backs up against the ropes. #T4#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Storm.
Volkov misses with a double jab.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Volkov.
Storm throws out a counter right but Volkov avoids it with no problem.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Volkov is defended easily by Storm.
Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.#TD#
Volkov 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.#ES2#
Storm has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the ropes to get back to his feet. Volkov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
A shot to the body from Storm misses #CL#
and Volkov counters by clinching up. #TD#
Volkov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Volkov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Storm sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Storm is trying to control Volkov's posture but Volkov avoids it.
Storm regains half guard, as Volkov was trying to land strikes.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm is trying to get back to full guard.
Volkov not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Volkov is pressing down on Storm's thigh, looking to free his foot. Storm is holding on for now. #SUB#
Storm is defending against the submission attempts here by Volkov.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Storm is having none of it.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Volkov trying to pass the guard but Storm defending well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Storm is looking to control Volkov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Storm avoid being mounted?
Volkov is trying to control. Storm wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Volkov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Volkov circles away.
Storm tries to work over Volkov's front leg with a kick but Volkov checks it.
Good standup being displayed there by Volkov as he connects with a hook.
Volkov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Volkov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm connects with a single shot there.
Volkov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.#T3#
Storm throws a hook to the side of Volkov's head but Volkov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm swings for the body but Volkov moves out of range.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Volkov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Volkov checks a leg kick.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Volkov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Storm closes the distance and pushes Volkov back into the ropes.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Volkov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Volkov tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkov.
Volkov tries for a takedown but Storm manages to get underhooks.
Storm tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
Volkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Volkov is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Storm gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov is trying to pull guard but Storm turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Volkov wants a takedown.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Storm.
Volkov taking a breather.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Storm lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Volkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Volkov is just out of range.#CL#
Volkov darts in and clinches Storm up against the ropes.#TD#
Volkov wants the takedown. Storm is fighting it off but Volkov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Storm's guard against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4##CL2#
Storm has closed the distance and engaged Volkov in a clinch.
Volkov wants to take the fight to the mat but Storm manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Volkov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Storm just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Storm scores with a shoulder strike.
Storm lands a right hand.
Volkov is trying to drag Storm to the mat but Storm just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Volkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Storm.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Volkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Storm prevents it.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Volkov.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Volkov. #T1#
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Storm.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Storm back against the ropes.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Storm.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.
Storm stops a takedown attempt from Volkov.
Storm digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Volkov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Storm prevents it.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkovs head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
Storm digs a right hand into Volkov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Volkov's gas tank.
Volkov dodges an elbow strike from Storm.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm works on Volkov's body with a couple of short punches.
Volkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm lands a body punch.
Storm lands a body punch in the clinch.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Volkov's elbow.
Good body shot from Storm.
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm pushes Volkov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Storm digs a right hand underneath Volkov's ribcage. Volkov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Volkov avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Storm.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Storm is leaning against Volkov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Storm tries to work over Volkov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Volkov blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Storm tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Volkov pulls Storm into guard.
Volkov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Storm stands and throws Volkov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Volkov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Storm's best efforts.
Storm controlling the action here.
Volkov is looking for a sweep. Storm is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Storm is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Storm is thwarting Volkov's attempts to control the position.
Volkov tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Storm has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Storm throws a series of punches but Volkov avoids them all with ease.
Storm throws a leg kick that misses.
Storm slips a jab from Volkov.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Volkov.
Volkov moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm thuds his right hand into Volkov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Volkov throws out a powerful jab.
Volkov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Volkov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Volkov won't allow Storm to sweep him here. #SUB#
Volkov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Storm is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Volkov, into his guard. #REVB#
Volkov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Storm trying to stand up but can't free himself from Volkov's guard.
Storm trying to control but Volkov is working from the bottom.
Storm looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Volkov looking for a guillotine here but Storm defends easily.
Ivan Volkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Storm controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Volkov has his foot on Storm's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Storm works his way back into a safe position though.
Volkov trying to control the position.
Volkov trying to control the position here.
Storm stands and throws Volkov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
Volkov is looking for a sweep.
Volkov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Volkov looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Volkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ivan Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Volkov working for a triangle but Storm defends it easily.
Storm stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Volkov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Volkov throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #SUB#
Volkov is looking for a triangle here but Storm uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Volkov tries to bench press Storm off him but Storm keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Storm is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Volkov is throwing a few token shots, despite Storm being in side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lincoln Storm.
I've got Storm 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm wins by unanimous decision!

Lincoln Storm is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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 84     
Date:   Sep 20, 2019
#R1#
A big right from Bastard misses.
Storm tries to counter with a clinch but Bastard shakes him off and moves away.
Bastard misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Bastard takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bastard lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bastard is able to avoid easily.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Bastard is just out of range.
Bastard was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bastard throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Storm counters by clinching up.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
Storm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bastard or not.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Bastard creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bastard lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Bastard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm digs a right hand into Bastard's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bastard's gas tank.
Bastard tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm lands a right hand.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Bastard lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Storm tries a body shot but Bastard blocks it. #T1#
Bastard lands with a right to the head.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Bastard controls the action.
Bastard blocks a body shot from Storm.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bastard tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
Storm misses with some punches.
Bastard misses with some punches.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bastard or not.
Storm has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bastard seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Storm can turn it around.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bastard.
Bastard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Storm misses with the head strike.
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!
Bastard blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bastard.
Bastard blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm blocks a body shot from Bastard.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Bastard swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Bastard works on Storm's body with a couple of short punches.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bastards head.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
Bastard fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Bastard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
Storm misses with a punch to the body.
Bastard blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bastard prevents a body shot from Storm.
A head punch on the inside from Bastard fails to land.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Bastard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm tries to work over Bastard's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bastard lands a right hand that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
Bastard lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Bastard.
Bastard lands with a short shot to the head.
Bastard lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Bastard.
A shot in the inside from Bastard.
Bastard lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bastard lands a right hand.
Bastard swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Storm working aggressively here.
Bastard blocks a body shot from Storm.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bastard throws a head punch that misses.
Bastard throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bastard.
Bastard misses with some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bastard can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm misses with some punches.
Bastard working aggressively here.
Bastard has a couple of punches blocked by Storm. #T4#
Bastard lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bastard misses with the head strike.
Storm blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Bastard.
Bastard lands a nice uppercut.
Bastard tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Bastard can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Bastard tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm blocks a body shot from Bastard.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Bastard tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bastard blocks an uppercut.
Bastard misses with a punch to the body.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bastard lands a left hand.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bastard working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bastard.
Bastard scores with a nice hook to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Storm throws a leg kick
enabling Bastard to counter with a crisp jab.
A lazy left from Bastard finds it's target.
Bastard throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bastard rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Bastard loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bastard.
Bastard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
Bastard walks into a stiff left hand from Storm.
Storm takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bastard shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bastard 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.
Bastard throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
A solid leg kick lands there for Storm.
Storm lands a head shot.
Bastard avoids the body shot from Storm.
Bastard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.#T1#
Bastard bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bastard throws a right and a left that Storm avoids nicely.
Storm punishes Bastard's body with a nice straight punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
Storm lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bastard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm tries to counter with a clinch but Bastard shakes him off and moves away.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bastard throws a right and a left that both miss.
Storm smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bastard feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Storms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Storm throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bastard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Storm misses.
Bastard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Donk. Storm catches Bastard right on the button with a cross.
Storm connects with a nice looking jab.
A big left from Storm misses. #T2#
Bastard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Bastard.
Storm tries to counter by closing the distance.
Storm swings for the body but Bastard moves out of range.
A jab from Storm does it's job there.
Nice body punch from Bastard.
Bastard missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm wants to counter with a clinch but Bastard pushes him away.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bastard misses with a wild body shot.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bastard.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Bastard moved out of range nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bastard.
Bastard stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Storm lands a jab.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch but Bastard swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Bastard throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bastard looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Bastard with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Storm to score with a decent uppercut.#CL2#
Storm moves into the clinch.
Bastard fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bastard throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bastard.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm gets through Bastard's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bastard working aggressively here.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bastard lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bastard lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bastard has a couple of punches blocked by Storm.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bastard lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm tries a body shot but Bastard blocks it.
Bastard pushes Storm back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bastard working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bastard presses Storm against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
Total Bastard has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4#
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bastard blocks a body shot from Storm.
Bastard's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Storm throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bastard blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Storm misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bastard.
Storm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
A short left from Bastard.
Storm presses Bastard against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bastard softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bastard cracks Storm with a nice body shot.
Bastard tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Bastard back against the ropes.
Bastard stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bastard blocking some punches.
Bastard softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Bastard can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bastard.
Bastard misses with an uppercut. Storm saw that one coming.
Bastard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm defending well as Bastard loads up on a big left hand.
Storm ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Storm cracks Bastard with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Bastard's defenses.
Bastard swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Storm swings for the body but Bastard moves out of range.
Bastard swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard misses with a looping left.
Storm tries to clinch there but Bastard circles away. #CL2#
Storm moves into the clinch.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Bastard tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Bastard back against the ropes.
Bastard tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Bastard back against the ropes. #T1#
Nice body punch from Bastard - that landed with a thud.
Bastard scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Bastard.
Bastard tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm lands a hook that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
Storm lands with a left to the head.
Bastard swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bastard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bastard misses with the head strike.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Bastard controls the action.
Bastard lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bastard blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bastard lands a nice uppercut.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Bastard.
Storm misses with the head strike.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Bastard lands with a light punch inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bastard tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Bastard back against the ropes. #T2#
Storm lands a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Bastard.
Bastard lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm working aggressively here.
Storm lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bastard.
Bastard throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Bastard is leaning against Storm and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bastard misses with some punches.
Bastard throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Bastard tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Bastard back against the ropes.
Storm misses with a body punch.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Bastard struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Bastard as the two fighters clinch.
Bastard blocks an uppercut.
Bastard lands a nice uppercut.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Storm blocking some punches.
Bastard misses with the head strike.
Bastard tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bastard.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Bastard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Bastard controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bastard can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Bastard blocks an uppercut.
Bastard lands with a short shot to the head.
Storm misses with some punches.
Bastard lands a left hand.
Bastard scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
Bastard can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Bastard throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Storm. #T4#
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bastard misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Bastard.
Storm blocking some punches.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Bastard avoids it by throwing Storm back against the ropes.
Bastard tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bastard is working Storm over against the ropes.
A short right from Storm.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Bastard controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Storm misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bastard scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Storm misses with some punches.
Bastard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bastard misses with a punch on the inside.
Bastard misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Lincoln Storm just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Bastard takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Bastard is just out of range.
Storm throws a shot from downtown. Bastard moves away and avoids it.
Storm tries to clinch there but Bastard circles away.
Bastard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Bastard lands a nice shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fighters circling - Bastard throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Storm slips under a jab.
Storm wants to land a leg kick but Bastard is out of range.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Bastard's head but Bastard sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bastard throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
A shot to the liver by Bastard. Beautiful body shot.
Storm paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Bastard scores with a nice head shot.
Bastard steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bastard swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Storm.
Bastard lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Storm at a distance.
Bastard looks to throw the jab but Storm is out of range.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm lunges at Bastard with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bastard's hand.
Storm cracks Bastard with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bastard looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bastard throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bastard throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bastard ducks right into an uppercut from Storm.
Storm misses with a looping right.#T2#
Storm throws a hook to the side of Bastard's head but Bastard sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bastard cracks Storm with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Bastard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Bastard slips a straight right by Storm.
Storm misses the jab.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bastard.
Storm takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Storm takes a swing at Bastard's ribcage but misses.
Storm blocks a jab.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Bastard moved out of range.
Bastard uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Bastard tries to counter by clinching up but Storm breaks away and moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bastard. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Storm misses.
Storm slips under a jab.
Bastard looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target. #T3#
Bastard lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#
It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Bastard counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bastard.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Storm.
Bastard working aggressively here.
Storm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bastard misses with some punches.
Storm lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bastard backwards.
Bastard swings wildly with an uppercut but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Bastard controls his hands.
Bastard scores with a shot to the side of Storm's head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Storm.
Storm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bastards head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bastard throws a punch but it's blocked by Storm.
Bastard lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Bastard lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T4#
Bastard lands a hook that snaps the head of Storm backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bastard.
Bastard blocks a body shot from Storm.
Bastard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bastard tries to work over Storm's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bastard gets through Storm's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bastard.
Bastard throws a head punch that misses.
Storm blocks a body shot from Bastard.
A right handed body shot lands from Storm.
Bastard lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bastard lands a shot to the body.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Bastard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bastard throws a head punch that misses.
Storm prevents a body shot from Bastard.
Bastard misses with a punch to the body.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Bastard tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Total Bastard will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm'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. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Bastard misses with a hook.
Bastard scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bastard ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bastard.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bastard stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bastard misses with a few strikes there.
Bastard scores with a jab to the body.
Bastard takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nice straight punches there by Bastard. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bastard.
A lazy left from Storm finds it's target.
Bastard lands with an uppercut that bounces Storm off the ropes and back into range.
Bastard ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm lands a nice hook to Bastard's body. Bastard takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm swings for the body but Bastard moves out of range. #T1#
Storm throws a series of strikes that have Bastard backpedaling.
Storm has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bastard finds it's way round the side to connect with Storm's head.
Storm is looking to clinch.
Storm throws a hook but Bastard avoids it easily.
Storm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A jab from Bastard finds it's way through Storm's defenses.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Bastard is just out of range.
Storm blocks a jab.
Bastard's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bastard scrambles back to his feet.
Good standup being displayed there by Storm as he connects with a hook.
Storm scores with a hook.
Bastard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bastard misses with a wild body shot.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bastard throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Bastard throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bastard.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Bastard.
Bastard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bastard was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Bastard sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bastard walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bastard just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bastard is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bastard scores with a jab to the jaw.
A slow jab from Storm misses its intended target.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Bastard doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Bastard throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Bastard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Storm.
Storm avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bastard stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Storm connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bastard momentarily.
Bastard thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bastard closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bastard misses with a body shot.
Bastard misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Storm clinches with his opponent.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bastard prevents a body shot from Storm.
Bastard misses with the head strike.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bastard tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bastard.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bastard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Bastard.
Bastard misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Bastard.
Bastard struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Bastard tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Bastard back against the ropes.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bastard's elbow.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Storm lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Bastard doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bastard misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
Bastard blocks an uppercut.
Bastard swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Storm.
Bastard digs a right hand underneath Storm's ribcage. Storm let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm wins by unanimous decision!
Lincoln Storm retains his bantamweight title!
A very excited looking Lincoln Storm 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 71     
Date:   Aug 09, 2019
#R1#
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Nice jab there from Storm.
Storm walks into a jab.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm walks into a straight right hand from Objedkov.
We've been told by Objedkov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Storm misses with a hook
letting Objedkov counter with a right hand.
Objedkov darts in looking for a takedown but Storm gets double underhooks and turns Objedkov into the ropes.
Objedkov shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Objedkov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Storm defends well and Objedkov ends up having to push Storm into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Storm on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Objedkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Objedkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Objedkov's head but Objedkov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sergey Objedkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Objedkov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Objedkov throws a nice looking combination but Storm bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Objedkov moves away.
Objedkov looks for a takedown but Storm sprawls well.
Storm misses with a shot to the body
and Objedkov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm slaps away a takedown attempt from Objedkov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Storm wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Storm lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Objedkov's shoulder, as Objedkov tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Objedkov misses the target.
Objedkov throws a series of punches but Storm avoids them all with ease.
Objedkov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Objedkov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Objedkov with a body shot.#T2#
Storm is looking to chop away at Objedkov's legs.
Storm lands a nice shot that snaps Objedkov's head back.
Storm keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Objedkov.
Objedkov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Objedkov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Objedkov misses with a left hand
and Storm connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#
Objedkov is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm throws out a counter right but Objedkov avoids it with no problem.
Objedkov with a hook.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm thuds a left hand into Objedkov's body.
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Oh Objedkov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Objedkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Objedkov is just out of range.#T3#
A punch combination from Objedkov misses.
Objedkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Objedkov seems to have got his legs back now.
Objedkov lands a head shot.
Objedkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Objedkov's ribs.#TD#
Storm tries to sprawl but Objedkov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Objedkov wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy.
Storm trying to control but Objedkov postures up.
Storm wants to improve his position but Objedkov is controlling well.
Storm is still trying to improve position.#T4#
Objedkov slows the pace down in half guard.
Objedkov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Storm to regain full guard.
Objedkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Storm told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Objedkov won't allow Storm to sweep him here.
Objedkov lands a couple of digs.
Objedkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Objedkov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Objedkov misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Storm jabs at Objedkov's body.
Objedkov misses the shot to the body.
Storm keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Storm takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Objedkov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Storm scores with a leg kick.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Objedkov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Objedkov moves out of range as Storm strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Objedkov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Objedkov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A slow jab from Objedkov misses its intended target.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Objedkov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Objedkov throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Storm lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Objedkov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Storm quickly recovers to half guard.
Storm regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Objedkov.
Objedkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Storm preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Objedkov throws a big right hand that misses.
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.
Objedkov scoring with some ground and pound.
Objedkov is pushing down on Storm's leg trying to pass to half guard. Storm is fighting to maintain full guard but Objedkov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Objedkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Storm's head. #T2#
Objedkov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Storm keeps working. #SUB#
Objedkov is working for an americana but Storm has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Objedkov was thinking about the submission.
Storm is trying to control the position but Objedkov postures up.
Objedkov wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
Objedkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Storm looking for a sweep. Not yet Storm, not yet. #T3#
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Objedkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Objedkov is really struggling to control Storm but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Objedkov throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Objedkov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm thuds a left hand into Objedkov's body.#TD#
Objedkov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Storm to the mat! Storm manages to get full guard.
Objedkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Storm looking to control.
Objedkov looking to sit in guard and control but Storm gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Objedkov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4#
Objedkov keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Storm stopping the sweep attempt from Objedkov.
Storm controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Objedkov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Storm has passed into half guard!
Objedkov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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!
#R3#
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Objedkov throws out the jab.
Storm doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Objedkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm wants to slow Objedkov down by chopping away at his legs.
Objedkov feinted with a counter takedown.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Objedkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Objedkov.
Objedkov tries to counter with a takedown but Storm is quick to defend against it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Objedkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad.
Objedkov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Storm under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Objedkov shoots in and gets a takedown into Storm's guard.
Objedkov postures up in Storm's guard and throws a big left but Storm blocks it.
Objedkov distracts Storm with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Storm is looking to stand up but Objedkov isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Objedkov trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Storm looking to control.
Storm avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Objedkov 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 Objedkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Objedkov throwing strikes from guard but Storm blocks nicely.
Storm lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T2#
Objedkov is trying to control the position but Storm postures up.
Objedkov is pulling down on Storm's head to control his posture.
Objedkov wants to hit a switch here but Storm passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Objedkov there!
Objedkov is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Storm tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Objedkov working to try and regain half guard.
Objedkov wants to hold on but Storm pushes him away.
Storm wants to control the pace but Objedkov is squirming around nicely.
Objedkov tries to hold on but Storm pushes him away. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Objedkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Objedkov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Objedkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Objedkov working some strikes from top position.
Objedkov throws a strike but Storm rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Storm is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Storm tries to free his leg and advance position but Objedkov is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Sergey Objedkov did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Horrible takedown attempt by Objedkov or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad.
Storm flicks out a counter leg kick but Objedkov steps away.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Storm tries to sprawl but Objedkov drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Storm tries to get to full guard but Objedkov has control of the leg.
Storm manages to get to full guard.
Objedkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Objedkov throws an elbow that misses. Storm uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Objedkov's guard. Nice move by Storm!#REVB#
Objedkov 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.#T1#
Objedkov trying to control the position here.
Sergey Objedkov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Objedkov keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Storm sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Objedkov's guard.
Objedkov wants to improve his position but Storm is controlling well.
Objedkov is not content to let Storm control the position.#SUB#
Objedkov looking for submissions off his back.
Storm controlling the action here.#T3#
Objedkov is refusing to be controlled, as Storm sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Objedkov moved out of range.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Storm thows a leg kick but Objedkov checks it
letting Objedkov counter with a right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Objedkov, as that shot connected.
Storm throws a looping overhand right but Objedkov ducks down to avoid it.
Objedkov misses with a takedown
and Storm counters with a series of strikes. Objedkov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Objedkov throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Objedkov throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Objedkov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Some bone on bone action there as Objedkov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A quick step to the side and Objedkov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Objedkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Objedkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Objedkov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Objedkov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Objedkov was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Objedkov at a distance.
Storm throws the left hand but Objedkov avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Storm gets caught napping as Objedkov dives in and scores a takedown. Storm manages to retain guard.
Objedkov wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
Storm working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Objedkov controlling from the top position. #T1#
Objedkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Objedkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Objedkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Objedkov's leg but Objedkov calmly moves out of range.
Objedkov fails to land the takedown.
Objedkov shoots for a takedown but Storm saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Objedkov throws a right hand that misses
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Objedkov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Storm swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Objedkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Storm showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Objedkov.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Storm. That snapped Objedkov's head back. #TD#
Objedkov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Objedkov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Storm wants to get back to his feet but Objedkov is dominant here and he's now got Storm's back!
Storm is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Objedkov off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Objedkov is punishing Storm with strikes - can he finish him?!
Objedkov is throwing shots to the body but Storm manages to wriggle free. Objedkov pounces on him again and ends up in Storm's guard.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Objedkov working some strikes from top position.
Storm working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Objedkov.
Objedkov scoring with some ground and pound.
Sergey Objedkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Objedkov wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Objedkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Storm wants to stand and escape but Objedkov is having none of it. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Storm 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#
Storm trying to control from half guard but Objedkov is working away.
Objedkov trying to hold on to Storm's head to control him but Storm postures up.
Storm is looking to take a break and control but Objedkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm wins by unanimous decision!

Lincoln Storm is the new bantamweight champion!
Lincoln Storm 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 61     
Date:   Jul 05, 2019
#R1#
Tiv takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD2#
Tiv fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Storm sprawls well initially but Tiv persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Storm has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Tiv is on him like a limpet, forcing Storm back against the ropes.
I was talking to Storm's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Storm lands a left hand.
Storm misses with an elbow strike.
Tiv misses with a punch to the body.
Tiv doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm pushes Tiv back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Storm dodges an elbow strike from Tiv.
A shot in the inside from Storm.
Storm stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Storm dodges an elbow strike from Tiv.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Storm lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#
Tiv is rocked!
A nice left hand lands by Storm.
Tiv is still on wobbly legs! Can Storm finish him?
Storm trying to land knees to the body.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm lands with a right to the head.
Storm avoids a wild elbow strike from Tiv.#T1#
Storm digs a right hand into Tiv's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tiv's gas tank.
Tiv misses with an elbow over the top.
Storm scores with a hook to the body.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tiv backwards.
Storm lands with a short shot to the head.
Tiv looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Storm dodges an elbow strike from Tiv.
Tiv fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Storm lands a left hand.
Storm presses Tiv against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm dips a shoulder and cracks Tiv with a mighty uppercut! Tiv falls back against the ropes and Storm unloads with a barrage of strikes! Tiv is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the ropes! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Storm screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

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

 

Event: Indomitable Wills II     
Date:   May 11, 2019
#R1#
Storm digs a good body shot into Thunder's ribs.
Thunder takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thunder has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Storm misses with a straight left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thunder! But no joy.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm works Thunder's body with a nice hook.
We've been told by Storm's head coaches at Runts Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Thunder takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thunder is out of range.
Thunder tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Storm throws a leg kick
and Thunder counters with a nice uppercut.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thunder.
Storm dips to his left and cracks Thunder with an uppercut!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thunder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thunder wants to counter the offense by Storm and move into the clinch position.
Thunder has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Storm finds it's way round the side to connect with Thunder's head.
Thunder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thunder scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Thunder.
Storm stuns Thunder with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thunder.
Storm is looking to wear down Thunder with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Storm getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Thunder checks a leg kick.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thunder flicks out a counter leg kick but Storm steps away.
Storm jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CL#
Storm fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Thunder, pushing him back against the cage.
Thunder misses with an elbow over the top.
Thunder lands an elbow just above Storm 's eye. #CUT2#
It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
Storm misses with some punches.
Thunder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thunder misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from Storm.
Storm blocks an elbow strike.
Storm throws a head punch that misses.
Storm lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Thunder throws an elbow but it's blocked.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm digs a right hand into Thunder's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thunder's gas tank.
Thunder can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Thunder misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm working aggressively here.
A left hand lands to the body for Thunder.
A short uppercut from Storm.
Thunder misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm misses with some punches.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Thunder lands a nice shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Thunder.
Storm digs a right hand into Thunder's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thunder's gas tank.
Thunder misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thunder misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thunder blocks an uppercut.
Storm throws an elbow that misses.
Storm struggles to land a body shot inside as Thunder controls his hands.
Thunder lands a damaging elbow. #T3#
Storm lands a body punch in the clinch.
Thunder leaning against his opponent.
Thunder misses with a punch to the body.
Thunder blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Thunder is stalling here.
Thunder pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Thunder throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Thunder pushes off an throws an elbow but Storm leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Storm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thunder.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thunder misses with some punches.
Storm tries a body shot but Thunder blocks it.
Storm misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Storm.
Thunder stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Storm avoids a wild elbow strike from Thunder.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Thunder avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage. #T4#
Storm avoids the elbow strike from Thunder, against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Thunder.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short body shot lands from Thunder as the two fighters clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thunder.
Thunder scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm dodges an elbow strike from Thunder.
Thunder lands a body shot.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Thunder avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Storm avoids a wild elbow strike from Thunder.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm prevents a body shot from Thunder.
Thunder pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Thunder looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thunder's elbow.
A body shot lands from Thunder.
Thunder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Storm swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Thunder.
A body shot lands from Storm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Thunder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm misses the shot to the body.
Thunder lands a nice shot that snaps Storm's head back.
Thunder throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Storm fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thunder throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
A big left from Storm misses.
Storm doesn't manage to clinch there - Thunder circles away.
Storm swinging wildly here.
Thunder doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Thunder checks the leg kick.
Thunder swings widly with a right hand
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thunder 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.#T1#
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thunder counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thunder paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fighters circling - Thunder throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thunder misses with a lunging right hand
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Storm stuns Thunder with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Storm misses with a two punch combination.
Thunder is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Storm with a body shot.
Thunder misses the shot to the body.
Storm tries to clinch there but Thunder circles away.
Storm moves away from the strike by Thunder.
Storm throws a body punch but Thunder moves out of range.
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Thunder under the eye.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Storm. Thunder does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
As Storm backs off Thunder throws a huge counter combo but Storm manages to avoid it all.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thunder moves away.
A jab from Thunder does it's job there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thunder pivots, looking for a leg kick but Storm is out of range and Thunder settles back down.
Thunder's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Thunder scrambles back to his feet.
Storm is looking to chop away at Thunder's legs.
Storm cracks the inside of Thunder's front leg.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Thunder is just out of range.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
Danga de danga de dang - Thunder scores with a four punch combination!
Storm is looking to clinch but Thunder is avoiding it. #CL#
Thunder tries to keep at a distance but Storm has taken the fight into the clinch.
Storm pushes Thunder back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Storm throws a knee to the head but misses.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Thunder in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Thunder presses Storm against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Thunder working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thunder's elbow.
Thunder blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Thunder lands a body punch.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Thunder creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Storm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Storm tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Storm working aggressively here.
Distant Thunder seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Thunder lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Thunder can't break the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Thunder creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Storm tries to work over Thunder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm tries to throw a body punch but Thunder avoids it by throwing Storm back against the cage.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Thunder controls the action.
Thunder lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Thunder lands a damaging elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Thunder misses with an elbow over the top.
Storm dodges an elbow strike from Thunder.
Thunder blocks a body shot from Storm.
Thunder tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm swings wildly with an uppercut but Thunder uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thunder managing to block the knees to the body from Storm.
Storm can't find room to land a body shot as Thunder controls the action.
A right hand to the body from Thunder.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thunder.
Storm tries to work over Thunder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Storm misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Storm scores with a nice short uppercut.
Thunder lands with a light punch inside.
Thunder throws an elbow that misses.
Storm prevents a body shot from Thunder.
Thunder lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
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 Lincoln Storm will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Thunder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Thunder on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thunder takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A jab from Thunder misses.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Thunder counters with a stiff right hand.
Storm cracks Thunder with a good jab.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Thunder's leg but Thunder calmly moves out of range.
Thunder appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thunder was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm backing away here, and Thunder unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm throws a jab when Thunder was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm scores with a sloppy right hand. Thunder should have avoided that one.
Thunder wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.
Thunder throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thunder misses with a hook.
Storm tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Thunder manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Thunder let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Storm thuds a left hand into Thunder's body.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
Thunder throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Storm lands with a good body shot.
Thunder uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thunder.
Storm misses the jab.
Thunder wants to land a leg kick but Storm is out of range.
Storm catches Thunder with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Storm cracks Thunder with a right hand to the side of the head.
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Thunder is just out of range.
Thunder dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Distant Thunder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Storm staying out of range there.
Storm throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Thunder stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Storm defending well as Thunder loads up on a big left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Storm takes the fight into the clinch.
Thunder throws an elbow that misses.
Thunder creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Storm is leaning against Thunder and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Storm tries to work over Thunder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Thunder.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Storm creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Thunder tries to throw a body punch but Storm avoids it by throwing Thunder back against the cage.
A short left from Storm.
Thunder creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A head punch on the inside from Storm fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Thunder fails to land.
Storm misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Thunder throws an elbow that misses.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thunder gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Thunder throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Thunder throws an elbow but it misses.
Thunder scores with a hook to the body.
A right hand to the body from Thunder.
Storm being controlled against the cage.
Thunder pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Storm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Storm misses with some punches. #BC2#
Thunder manages to break the clinch.
Donk. Storm catches Thunder right on the button with a cross.
Thunder takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Thunder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Thunder.#T4#
Thunder connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#
Lincoln Storm's cut is getting worse.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Thunder throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Storm avoids a punch combination nicely.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by Thunder and move into the clinch.
Storm moves away from the strike by Thunder.
Storm tests Thunder's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thunder takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Thunder 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.
Storm cracks a nice hook into Thunder's ribs.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Thunder tried to score with a low kick but Storm checks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Storm, 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

A relieved looking Lincoln Storm 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: Apocalypse     
Date:   Apr 13, 2019
#R1#
Storm goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Storm uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Winger .
Storm throws a nice inside leg kick.
Winger fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Winger jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Storm was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Winger .
Winger slips a jab from Storm.
Winger misses with a series of wild punches.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Winger displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Winger moved out of range nicely.
Winger ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
Storm tries to move into range but Winger moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Winger lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Winger misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm throws a leg kick which misses Winger 's front leg but catches the back leg as Winger tries to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Winger throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Winger throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
Winger bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Winger .
A left lands for Winger .
Winger takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Winger scores with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Winger , as that shot connected.
Winger scores with a nice head shot.
Winger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It seemed like Winger was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Winger takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Storm misses with a straight right.
Storm lands a jab.
Winger is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Winger throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Winger .
Storm staying out of range there.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Winger misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Storm swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Winger scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Winger moves away from the strike by Storm.
Winger looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm throws a body shot but no joy.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Storm's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Winger connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Storm scrambles back to his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Storm misses the target.
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Winger .
Winger throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Storm moves out of range of the strikes.
Winger throws a lazy right hand but Storm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Storm takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Winger misses with a looping right.
Storm bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winger throws out the jab.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Winger .
Winger blocks a jab.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Storm.
A big left from Storm misses.
Winger scores with a hook.
Storm throws an off balance right hand
and Winger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winger throws out the jab.
Winger misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Winger uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Storm scores with a crisp jab that stopped Winger in his tracks.
Winger fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Storm.
Winger throws a big shot that misses.
Winger fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Storm on the side of the head.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Winger moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Winger moved out of range nicely.
Winger appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Winger chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Winger moved out of range.
Storm lands an overhand right.
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!
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winger throws out the jab. #T4#
Winger throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Winger on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Storm misses with an uppercut. Winger saw that one coming.
A countering left hand to the body from Winger misses.
Winger works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Storm uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Winger .
Winger throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Winger throws a right hand that misses
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm misses with a hook. Winger ducked under it nicely.
Storm moves away from the strike by Winger .
Storm cracks a nice hook into Winger 's ribs.
Storm thuds his right hand into Winger 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Winger , as that shot connected.
Winger keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab from Storm misses.
Winger checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Winger keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Winger keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Winger looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Era Winger 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#
Storm jabs at Winger 's body.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Storm throws a hook to the side of Winger 's head but Winger sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Winger looks to land a right hand but Storm moved out of range.
Storm throws a low kick, looking for Winger 's leg but Winger calmly moves out of range.
Winger doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Winger throws out a loose jab but Storm uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Winger 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 Storm has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Storm and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Winger misses with a low kick.
Storm lands an overhand right.
Winger gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winger throws a jab but it's blocked by Storm.
A clash of legs there as Winger blocks the low kick.
Winger throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Winger .
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Winger under the eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm clobbers Winger with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Storm staying out of range there.
Winger throws a body shot but no joy.
Winger swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Winger throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Storm swings for the body but Winger moves out of range.
Winger throws an off balance right hand
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Storm slips under a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Winger misses the target.
Winger lands a really nice looking cross but Storm seems unphased.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Winger .
Storm throwing a counter right hand but Winger manages to avoid it.
A jab from Winger misses.
Storm misses with a leg kick. #CL#
Storm has managed to clinch.
Storm doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
A short right from Storm.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winger struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Storm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Winger backwards.
Winger throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Winger can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm misses with a hook from the clinch.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Winger .
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Storm.
Storm prevents a body shot from Winger .
Winger lands a nice shot to the body.
Storm lands a body shot in the clinch.
Storm blocks a body shot from Winger .
Winger lands with a short shot to the head.
Winger tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Storm is working Winger over against the cage.
Winger prevents a body shot from Storm.
A right hook to the body lands for Storm.
Winger is breathing heavily.
Storm working aggressively here.
Winger tries a body shot but Storm blocks it.
A short left from Storm.
Storm pushes Winger back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Storm lands a shoulder strike.
Storm presses Winger against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Storm tries a knee to the head but Winger blocks it.
Winger pushes Storm back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Winger misses with a punch on the inside.
Storm tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Winger 's elbow.
Storm goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Winger blocks an uppercut.
Winger misses with a punch to the body.
Winger can't find room to land a body shot as Storm controls the action.
Storm scores with a nice hook to the head.
Winger avoiding damage as Storm throws knees to the body.
Storm lands a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Storm - that landed with a thud.
Winger blocks a body shot from Storm.
A nice right hand lands inside from Storm.
A short right from Storm on the inside.
Storm with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Winger .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Storm blocks a body shot from Winger . #T4#
Storm digs a right hand underneath Winger 's ribcage. Winger let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Storm lands a body punch.
Storm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Storm working aggressively here.
Winger misses with some punches.
Storm makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Winger fails to land.
Storm blocks an uppercut.
Storm lands an elbow that stopped Winger in his tracks for a moment.
Storm has a couple of punches blocked by Winger .
Storm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Storm blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Winger .
Winger struggles to land a body shot inside as Storm controls his hands.
Winger tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Storm's elbow.
Winger lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Storm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Winger scores with a hook to the body.
Storm looking to throw knees to the head but Winger is blocking nicely.
Winger takes a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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#
Winger misses with a right hand
and Storm counters with a three punch combo that has Winger backing up. Winger nods at Storm to acknowledge the strikes.
Storm swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Winger cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm misses with a looping right.
A little jabbing left from Winger on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Winger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Winger cracks Storm with an open hand slap.
Jab from Storm.
Winger fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Storm checks it well.
Storm is looking to counter the offense by Winger and move into the clinch.
Winger uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
A jab from Storm finds it's way through Winger 's defenses. #ROC#
Winger is rocked!
Storm's corner calls for a 1-2. Storm obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Winger is still on wobbly legs! Can Storm finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm throws a monster overhand right that drops Winger ! Storm follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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: JBL 20 Storm vs Neckbreaker     
Date:   Mar 23, 2019
#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Neckbreaker.
Storm tries to get back to half guard but can't.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Neckbreaker working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Neckbreaker tries for a kimura but Storm is defending well.
Neckbreaker trying to control the position but Storm is working away.
Neckbreaker working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neckbreaker wants to control but Storm is keeping him busy.
Storm dodges the ground and pound from Neckbreaker.
Storm is working to avoid the ground and pound but Neckbreaker connects with a decent elbow. #T1#
Storm wants to control but Neckbreaker postures up.
The strikes coming from Neckbreaker are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Storm takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Neckbreaker working the ground and pound from side control.
Neckbreaker scoring with punches from side control.
Neckbreaker cracks Storm with a big right hand but Storm just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Storm has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Storm is not content to let Neckbreaker control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neckbreaker misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Neckbreaker in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
Neckbreaker throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Storm works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Neckbreaker prevents Storm from improving his position.
Neckbreaker is trying to control the action in half guard but Storm is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Neckbreaker throwing shots but Storm is blocking nicely.
Neckbreaker lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Storm avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Neckbreaker.
Neckbreaker is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Neckbreaker seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Storm does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Neckbreaker wants to free his trapped foot but Storm is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Storm trying to control but Neckbreaker postures up.
Neckbreaker prevents Storm from improving his position.
Neckbreaker lands with a punch from half guard.
Neckbreaker scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Neckbreaker missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Neckbreaker passes the guard and advances to mount!
Neckbreaker is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Storm can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #T4#
The referee warns Storm that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Neckbreaker postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Storm looks a forlorn figure.
Neckbreaker trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Neckbreaker scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Neckbreaker with shots to the head and body - Storm looks very uncomfortable down there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Storm in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #ROC2#
Storm is rocked!
Storm avoids a series of strikes thrown by Neckbreaker.
Neckbreaker looking to control but Storm is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slammy Neckbreaker dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Neckbreaker throws a jab when Storm was well out of range.
Storm lands a really nice looking cross but Neckbreaker seems unphased.
Neckbreaker slips a jab from Storm.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
Storm missing with a left hand there. Neckbreaker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Neckbreaker fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Neckbreaker slips the punch.
Storm missing with a left hand there. Neckbreaker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Neckbreaker cracks a nice hook into Storm's ribs.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Neckbreaker moved out of range.
Neckbreaker tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Neckbreaker lands with a cross.
Neckbreaker misses with a straight left.
Storm swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neckbreaker has a takedown stuffed.
Neckbreaker loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Neckbreaker throws a looping overhand right but Storm ducks down to avoid it.
Storm takes a swing at Neckbreaker's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Storm takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Neckbreaker goes for a double leg but Storm avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Storm continues to drive forward.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Neckbreaker dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Neckbreaker cracks Storm with a good jab.
Neckbreaker darts in looking for a takedown but Storm gets double underhooks and turns Neckbreaker into the cage.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slammy Neckbreaker.
Neckbreaker uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
Neckbreaker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Slammy Neckbreaker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
letting Neckbreaker counter with a right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Storm.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
A looping hook to the body misses from Neckbreaker. Storm does a little dance to reset his feet.
Storm takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Neckbreaker cracks Storm with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Neckbreaker scores with a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Storm. #T2#
Neckbreaker loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Neckbreaker. #TD2#
Neckbreaker drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Neckbreaker in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Neckbreaker scoring with punches from side control.
Storm tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Neckbreaker with a couple of short strikes.
Neckbreaker lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Neckbreaker lands a nice shot to the head.
Oh Storm is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Neckbreaker punching from mount but Storm doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Storm seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Neckbreaker fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Storm is in a horrible position here. Neckbreaker smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Storm is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Neckbreaker is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Storm wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Neckbreaker.
Neckbreaker lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Neckbreaker with a couple of short strikes.
Oooh a big shot lands for Neckbreaker! Storm is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Slammy Neckbreaker!
Slammy Neckbreaker is the new bantamweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Slammy Neckbreaker thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Lincoln Storm stepped up to the mic, saying 'Solid Chin, KO power'.

 

Event: DUEL 2     
Date:   Feb 23, 2019
#R1#
Storm scores with a nice head shot.
Storm scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nabi takes a jab right on the kisser.
A cross from Storm lands.
Nabi throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nabi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Storm counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nabi's knee momentarily.
Storm dodges the punch combination from Nabi.
Storm darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC#
Nabi is rocked!
Storm cracks Nabi on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Nabi falls backwards against the cage. Storm follows up with more strikes that drop Nabi to his knees. Storm keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Nabi! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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: JBL 12 Laperierre vs Storm     
Date:   Dec 22, 2018
#R1#
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Laperierre.
Laperierre moves out of range as Storm strikes.
It looked like Laperierre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm's coach down at Runts Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Storm's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Storm keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Laperierre with a body shot.
Laperierre looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Laperierre was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice jab there from Storm.
The fighters circling - Storm throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Laperierre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Laperierre misses with an uppercut
and Storm counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking cross lands there for Storm.
Laperierre will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
That kick from Storm tenderised Laperierre's leg. Laperierre is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Storm lands with a good body shot.
Jab from Storm.
Storm dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Laperierre moves away from the strike by Storm.
Laperierre uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Storm.
It looked like Laperierre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Storm misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Laperierre misses the target.
A cross from Storm lands.
Storm fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Laperierre on the side of the head.
Storm throws a hook but Laperierre avoids it easily.
Laperierre lands a glancing blow to the side of Storm's head.
Storm moves away from the strike by Laperierre. #T2#
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Storm takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Storm misses with a shot to the body
and Laperierre connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Storm avoids the body shot from Laperierre.
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Laperierre counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Storm moves forwards but Laperierre connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Laperierre counters with a left to the body.
Storm looks to land a right hand but Laperierre moved out of range.
Laperierre looks to score with a jab to the body but Storm is just out of range.
Storm displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laperierre throws out the jab.
Storm is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Laperierre with a body shot.#T3#
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm throws a jab when Laperierre was well out of range.
Laperierre throws an overhand right that lands on Storm's shoulder, as Storm tries to avoid the shot.
Laperierre scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Storm feints a jab promting Laperierre to slip. Storm then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Laperierre slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Storm doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Laperierre cracks a nice hook into Storm's ribs.
Laperierre keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Storm.
Laperierre is looking to counter punch.
Laperierre throws a poor cross that misses
and Storm counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Laperierre takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laperierre swings for the body but Storm moves out of range.
Storm punishes Laperierre's body with a nice straight punch.
Laperierre is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Laperierre moves out of range as Storm strikes.
Storm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Storm throws a series of punches but Laperierre moves out of range.
Storm just misses with a punch to the body.
Storm throws a sloppy body shot
and Laperierre counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Storm misses with a leg kick.
Laperierre ducks under a wild hook from Storm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Laperierre moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Storm misses with a head kick.
Laperierre was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Storm has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laperierre checks a leg kick.
Laperierre loads up on a big right hand but Storm slips the punch.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm clobbers Laperierre with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Laperierre throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Laperierre counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Storm swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Laperierre.
Laperierre throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Laperierre thinking.
Storm attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Laperierre half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Storm misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Laperierre misses its target.
Laperierre swings widly with a right hand
and Storm cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Laperierre slips the punch.
Laperierre misses with a hook.
Storm takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Storm throws a jab but it's blocked by Laperierre.
An attempted straight right counter from Laperierre misses the target.
A slow jab from Laperierre misses its intended target.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Storm scores with a nice head shot.
Laperierre throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Storm misses with a looping left.
Laperierre defending well as Storm loads up on a big left hand.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Laperierre moves away.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Laperierre is just out of range.
Storm wants to clinch up but Laperierre keeps it at a distance.
Storm takes a swing at Laperierre's ribcage but misses.
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Laperierre.
Storm moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lincoln Storm seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Storm connects with a right hand. Laperierre shakes it off.#T3#
Nice body punch from Storm.
Storm throws a lazy right hand but Laperierre sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Storm connects with a crisp jab.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laperierre was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Laperierre misses with a hook
enabling Storm to counter with a crisp jab.
Laperierre uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Laperierre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Laperierre might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A big right from Laperierre misses.
Laperierre misses with a left hand
letting Storm counter with a right hand.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Laperierre's belly button to the back.
Storm slips a jab from Laperierre.
Laperierre lands a right hook to the body. #T4#
Storm avoids the body shot from Laperierre.
Laperierre keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Storm connects with a right hand. Laperierre shakes it off.
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!#CL2#
Storm closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Laperierre pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Laperierre looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Storm misses with a hook.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Laperierre moved out of range nicely.
Laperierre fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.
Storm throws a hook but Laperierre blocks it.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laperierre.
A slow jab from Laperierre misses its intended target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Storm defending well as Laperierre loads up on a big left hand.
Storm cracks Laperierre with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Laperierre keeps the fight on the outside.
Laperierre avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm tries to clinch up.
Storm is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laperierre.
Laperierre was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Laperierre really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Laperierre moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Storm keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Storm misses.
A little feinted left hand from Laperierre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm takes one on the button.
Storm fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Storm misses with an uppercut
and Laperierre counters with a straight right hand.
Laperierre misses with an uppercut.
Storm looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Storm gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Storm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Laperierre manages to avoid it.
Storm connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Laperierre momentarily.
Storm is looking to chop away at Laperierre's legs.
A little feinted left hand from Laperierre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm thows a left - swing and a miss!
Storm throws a lazy uppercut
and Laperierre counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Laperierre's belly button to the back.
Laperierre fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Storm manages to avoid it.#T2#
Laperierre takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Laperierre sizes up Storm with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Laperierre's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Storm connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Laperierre scrambles back to his feet.
Storm connects with a body shot.
No joy there for Laperierre, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jab by Storm.
Storm throws out a powerful jab.
Storm throws an overhand right that lands on Laperierre's shoulder, as Laperierre tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Laperierre misses with a straight right.
Storm fails to land with a series of punches.
Storm listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Laperierre displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Storm throws out the jab.
Laperierre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Storm slips under a jab from Laperierre.
Laperierre has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Laperierre there as he acknowledges the shot.
Laperierre lunges at Storm with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Storm's hand.
Storm misses with a body kick.
Laperierre throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Storm misses with a straight left. #T4#
Laperierre shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Storm swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Laperierre was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Storm.
Laperierre ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laperierre slips under a jab from Storm.
A little feinted left hand from Laperierre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Storm with a hook.
Laperierre misses with a hook. Storm ducked under it nicely.
Good exchange - Laperierre coming out on top.
Laperierre gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Storm.
Jab by Storm.
Storm throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Laperierre sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Laperierre was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm really 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.
#R4#
Storm thuds his right hand into Laperierre's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ian Laperierre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Storm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Laperierre.
Laperierre slips a straight right by Storm.
Laperierre throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm misses with a right hand
and Laperierre counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Laperierre takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Storm fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Laperierre misses with a combination
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Laperierre has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Laperierre there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Laperierre ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm misses with a body shot.
Storm lands a glancing blow to the side of Laperierre's head.
Laperierre throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laperierre moves away from the strike by Storm.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laperierre was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm misses the jab.
Laperierre misses with a body shot.
Storm cracks Laperierre with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Good exchange - Laperierre coming out on top.#T2#
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Laperierre.
Storm lands a jab to the nose.
Jab from Laperierre.
Storm looks to throw the jab but Laperierre is out of range.
Laperierre throws a hook to the side of Storm's head but Storm sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Laperierre.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laperierre misses with a right hand
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Storm loads up on a big right hand but Laperierre slips the punch.
An attempted straight right counter from Laperierre misses the target.
Laperierre scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Laperierre avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm throws a left and a right that both miss
and Laperierre counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the liver by Storm. Beautiful body shot.
Storm lands with an uppercut that bounces Laperierre off the cage and back into range.
Storm scores with a jab. Laperierre acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Storm misses with a hook. Laperierre ducked under it nicely.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Laperierre moved out of range nicely.
Storm misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Storm.#T4#
Storm ducks under a wild hook from Laperierre.
Storm appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Storm throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Laperierre connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Lincoln Storm has been cut.
A bone on bone clash there as Laperierre blocks the leg kick.
Storm throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Storm closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laperierre blocks a jab.
It looked like Laperierre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Laperierre misses with a wild body shot.
Storm looks to land a left hand but Laperierre moved out of range nicely.
Storm blocks a jab.
Laperierre uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Lincoln Storm's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Laperierre throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Storm counters with a straight right hand.
Laperierre has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Storm finds it's way round the side to connect with Laperierre's head.
Storm cracks Laperierre with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Laperierre staying out of range there.
Laperierre lands a slapping body shot.
Storm takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Storm, as that shot connected.
Nice body punch from Storm.
Laperierre takes a swing at Storm's ribcage but misses.
Storm 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.
An attempted straight right counter from Laperierre misses the target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Laperierre bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Laperierre is looking to counter punch.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Laperierre misses the target.
Laperierre misses with a body shot.
Laperierre cracks Storm with a good jab.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laperierre was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Storm waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Laperierre.
Storm ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Laperierre moves away.
Laperierre avoids the body shot from Storm.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Laperierre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big left from Laperierre misses. #T2#
Nice straight punches there by Storm. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Storm.
Laperierre is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Storm connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Laperierre's hands.
A swing and a miss from Storm.
Laperierre tries to counter with a takedown but Storm is quick to defend against it.
Storm misses with a looping left.
Storm misses with a hook. Laperierre ducked under it nicely.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
Laperierre throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Storm stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laperierre is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Storm.
Storm uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Laperierre has time to react.#T3#
Storm fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Laperierre is out of range.
Storm throws a right hand that Laperierre ducks under and follows up with a left that Laperierre also avoids with ease.
Storm lands a glancing blow to the side of Laperierre's head.
Laperierre missing with a left hand there. Storm was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Storm throws the left hand but Laperierre avoids the punch easily.
Laperierre uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Storm.
Storm jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Laperierre tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Storm was well out of range. Poor timing from Laperierre.
Storm looks to score with a jab to the body but Laperierre is just out of range.
Laperierre went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Laperierre scores with a jab to the head. #T4#
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Laperierre counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Laperierre on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Storm showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Laperierre.
Storm misses with a straight left.
Storm with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laperierre to score with a decent uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Storm throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A quick step to the side and Laperierre tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Laperierre paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Storm dips to his left and cracks Laperierre with an uppercut!

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Storm 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 45:50
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm is the new bantamweight champion!
Lincoln Storm thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Unfinished Business     
Date:   Nov 17, 2018
#R1#
Winger fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bater throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Winger counters with a straight right hand.
Winger shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Master Bater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Winger darts in trying to clinch
and Bater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bater scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bater lands with a nice combination. Winger backs away looking to recover.
Bater fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Winger checks it well.
Winger is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
Bater clinches with his opponent.
Winger tries to pull guard but Bater holds him up against the cage and eventually Winger drops back down to his feet.
Winger blocking some punches.
Winger blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Winger is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bater is defending well.
Master Bater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Future Winger.#T1#
Bater misses with a knee to the head.
Winger looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bater misses with some punches.
Winger is trying to pull guard but Bater has him pressed against the cage.
Winger is trying to pull guard but Bater turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bater definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Winger tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bater gets underhooks to prevent Winger's takedown attempt.
Bater throws a head punch that misses.
Bater misses with some punches.
Bater lands a shoulder strike.
Bater tries to work over Winger's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bater scores with a shoulder strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Bater.
Bater can't find room to land a body shot as Winger controls the action. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Winger.
Bater misses with some punches.
Bater working aggressively here.
Bater misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bater lands a left hand.
Winger blocks an uppercut.
Bater lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bater swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bater throws a head punch that misses.
Winger is trying to pull guard but Bater has him pressed against the cage.
Bater misses with a hook from the clinch.
Winger jumps guard but Bater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A shot in the inside from Bater. #T3#
Bater scores with a hook to the body.
Bater tries to land knees in the clinch but Winger avoids the damage to the body.
Bater tries a body shot but Winger blocks it.
Bater misses with a punch on the inside.
Bater lands with a left to the head.
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bater lands a nice uppercut.
Winger fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bater misses with some punches.
Bater tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bater lands a hook that snaps the head of Winger backwards.
Still in the clinch, Bater scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bater gets through Winger's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bater lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Bater working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winger tries for a takedown but Bater manages to get underhooks.
Bater misses with a short punch on the inside.
Winger tries to pull guard but Bater won't allow it.
Winger has Bater pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bater manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Winger prevents a body shot from Bater.
Bater lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bater throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bater misses with a hook to the ribs.
Winger jumps guard but Bater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bater is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Winger blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Master Bater dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bater misses with a hook. Winger ducked under it nicely.
Winger feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Bater has Winger up against the cage in a clinch.
Bater tries to land knees in the clinch but Winger avoids the damage to the body.
Bater throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Winger tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bater smiles and moves away.
Bater thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bater throws a hook but Winger avoids it easily.
Winger closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bater circles away.
A jab from Bater does it's job there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winger fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bater avoids it really well and circles away.
Bater half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Master Bater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Future Winger.
Bater ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Winger moves away.
Winger tries to counter with a clinch but Bater shakes him off and moves away.
Bater misses with a looping right.#T1#
Bater scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bater fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Winger manages to avoid it.
Bater waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Winger.
Master Bater is winning the standup battle so far.
Bater loads up on a big right hand but Winger slips the punch.
Bater lands a nice looking body shot.
Bater bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bater looks to land a right hand but Winger moved out of range.
Bater wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bater tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winger was well out of range. Poor timing from Bater.
Winger checks a leg kick.
Bater throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
It seemed like Winger was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bater uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Winger has time to react.
Bater lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
Winger looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bater is fending him off so far but Winger persists. Nope, Bater circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Bater misses the target.
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!
The fight stays on the outside here - Winger looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Bater wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Winger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bater misses the jab.
Winger drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bater defends it well.
The crowd cheers as Bater lands an impressive looking overhand right. Winger doesn't seem phased though.
Bater ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Winger moves away.
Bater misses with a hook. Winger ducked under it nicely.
Bater lands with a cross.
Bater connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Bater clinches with his opponent.
Bater misses with a short punch on the inside.
Winger managing to block the knees to the body from Bater.
Winger blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Bater.
Bater throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wingers head.
Bater tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Winger's elbow.
Winger jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bater walks away with a smile on his face. Winger gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A telegraphed right hand from Bater misses the target.
Winger was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bater scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fight stays on the outside here - Winger looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Bater wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Winger tries to clinch but Bater moves out of range.
Winger slips under a jab.
Winger looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bater scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bater throws a push kick but Winger slaps the foot to one side.
Bater throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4##CL#
Bater drives through and clinches with Winger against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Winger.
Bater lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bater creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winger is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bater gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Winger jumps guard but Bater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A nice left hand lands by Bater.
Winger's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Winger blocking some punches.
Bater throws a punch but it's blocked by Winger.
Bater misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bater misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Winger dodges an elbow strike from Bater.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Master Bater dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bater shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Winger checks a leg kick.
Winger takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A jab from Bater misses.
Bater with a jab.#CL#
Bater has Winger up against the cage in a clinch.
Winger jumps guard but Bater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Master Bater has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Winger blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bater can't find room to land a body shot as Winger controls the action.
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bater misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bater swings wildly with an uppercut but Winger uses good head movement to avoid it.
Winger blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Winger goes for a takedown attempt but Bater pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Bater swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Winger tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bater scores with a nice right hand.
Bater misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Winger! But no joy.
Bater misses the body punch
and Bater takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bater thumps Winger with a low kick.
Winger is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bater sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Master Bater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Future Winger.
Bater smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Winger ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Winger tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Winger shoots in and drives through. Bater sprawls well.
Bater fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bater stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bater wants it to stay on the feet.#T2#
Jab from Bater.
Bater misses with a low kick.
Winger has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bater finds it's way round the side to connect with Winger's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bater looks to score with a jab to the body but Winger is just out of range.
Winger dives in for a single leg takedown but Bater sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Winger tries to clinch but Bater is having none of it.
Bater swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bater fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bater lands a right hook to the body.
Bater dips to his left and cracks Winger with an uppercut!
Bater connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Winger tries to clinch up but Bater circles away and keeps his distance.
Winger misses with a takedown
letting Bater counter with a right hand. #T3#
Bater looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bater misses the shot to the body.
Bater misses with a straight left.
Winger closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bater circles away.
Winger shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bater defends it nicely.
Bater wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bater punishes Winger's body with a nice straight punch.
Bater avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Winger walks into a straight right hand from Bater.
Winger fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bater avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Winger takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bater connects with a good right hand that stumbles Winger. Winger circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bater circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bater connects with a crisp jab.
A big left from Bater misses.
Winger is trying desperately to land a takedown but Bater is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Winger.
Bater tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winger was well out of range. Poor timing from Bater.
Winger with the counter takedown but Bater avoids it easily.
Bater is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Winger can do to turn this around?
Winger takes one to the side of the head.
Future Winger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Winger with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bater counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bater. Winger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bater dips to his left and cracks Winger with an uppercut!

And that's the end of the fight!
Master Bater showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bater 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:24
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:24
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Master Bater!

A pretty intense looking Master Bater took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
The defeated Future Winger had this to say: 'I've been here since the start of the making of gladius and it was a dream to win the title. The light is the kid and the kid is the light but better yet he is the future and that's why he won today. Bless up Master Bater hope we get a rematch real soon. Thanks everyone for everything I'll be back.'.

 

Event: Gladius #31     
Date:   Sep 29, 2018
#R1#
Bater uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winger.
Bater takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A telegraphed right hand from Winger misses the target.
Bater throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Winger misses with an uppercut
and Bater counters with a stiff right hand.
Bater lands a body shot.
Winger misses the shot to the body.
Winger scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT2#
It looks like Master Bater has been cut.
Bater throws an overhand right that lands on Winger's shoulder, as Winger tries to avoid the shot.
Bater ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bater throws a body shot but no joy.
Winger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bater counters with a right hand to the body.
A slow jab from Winger misses its intended target.
Winger connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bater uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Winger.
A jab from Winger misses.
Winger throws a good cross that connects.
Bater lands with an uppercut that bounces Winger off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Winger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Winger defending well as Bater loads up on a big left hand.
Winger misses with a straight left.
Bater misses the shot to the body.
Winger throws a hook but Bater blocks it.
Winger on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bater scores with a shot to the body.
Bater throws a jab when Winger was well out of range.
Jab by Winger.
Winger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bater.
Jab by Winger.
Bater uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winger.
Winger takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bater connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Winger misses with an uppercut.
Bater throws an overhand right that lands on Winger's shoulder, as Winger tries to avoid the shot.
Winger has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T2#
A jab lands there for Bater.
Winger throws out a powerful jab.
Winger 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.
Winger misses with a few strikes there.
Winger misses the jab.
Bater moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Winger scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bater doesn't seem bothered though.
Winger throws a poor cross that misses
and Bater counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bater throws a looping overhand right but Winger ducks down to avoid it.
Bater looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Winger throws a shot to the body.
Bater throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Winger takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Winger lands with a nice body punch.
Winger bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bater's head.
Winger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bater.
Winger throws a lazy right hand but Bater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Winger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A punch combination from Winger misses.
Bater throws a right hand that Winger ducks under and follows up with a left that Winger also avoids with ease.
Winger walks into a left hand.
Winger throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bater on the side of the head.
Winger ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Winger.
Bater misses with a left hand
and Winger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bater misses with a body shot.
Winger uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bater.
Winger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bater moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Winger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bater just misses with a punch to the body.
Winger throws a nice looking combination but Bater bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bater throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Winger. Bater does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Bater scores with a nice head shot.
Bater moves out of range as Winger strikes.
Master Bater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bater changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Winger getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Winger takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bater throws a body punch but Winger moves out of range.
Bater misses the body punch
and Winger counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Winger throws a jab but it's blocked by Bater.
It looked like Bater was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Winger.
Winger scores with a jab to the body.
Winger dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fighters circling - Bater throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big left from Bater misses.
Winger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bater counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Winger thinking.
Bater misses the shot to the body.
Bater takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Future Winger will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Master Bater'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#
Winger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bater.
Bater uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winger.
Jab by Winger.
Winger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Winger misses with an uppercut. Bater saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Bater misses the target.
Bater misses with an uppercut.
Bater ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Winger moves away.
A big left from Bater misses.
Bater misses with a looping right.
Bater slips under a jab from Winger.
Bater swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A jab from Bater misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bater misses with a body punch
letting Winger counter with a right hand.
Winger slips a jab and a cross from Bater.
Bater tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winger was well out of range. Poor timing from Bater.
Bater scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Winger doesn't seem bothered though.
Winger with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bater to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Winger misses with an uppercut
and Bater counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fighters circling - Winger throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Future Winger seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bater looks to score with a jab to the body but Winger is just out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Winger.
Bater keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Winger.
Winger misses with a lunging right hand
and Bater makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bater sizes up Winger with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bater throws a lazy right hand but Winger sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Winger looks to throw the jab but Bater is out of range.
Bater tests Winger's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Winger lands a nice hook to Bater's body. Bater takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Winger scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Winger.
It looked like Bater was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Winger.
Winger throws a looping overhand right but Bater ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like Bater wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
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 slow jab from Winger misses its intended target. #T2#
A punch combination from Winger misses.
Bater looks to score with a jab to the body but Winger is just out of range.
Winger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Winger lands with a right hand.
Winger throws a looping overhand right but Bater ducks down to avoid it.
Bater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Winger.
Winger moves out of range of the strikes.
Bater throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bater scores with a nice right hand.
Winger displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bater throws out the jab.
Winger lands with a nice body punch.
Bater throws out a loose jab but Winger uses good head movement to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Winger 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Winger throws out a loose jab but Bater uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Bater misses the target. #T3#
Bater throws a right hand that misses
and Winger counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Winger misses with a straight left.
Bater misses with a left hand
and Winger counters with a stiff right hand.
Winger throws a series of strikes that have Bater backpedaling.
Winger slips a straight right by Bater.
Winger works Bater's body with a nice hook.
Bater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bater uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Winger has time to react.
Bater scores with a jab. Winger acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Winger throws a hook but Bater avoids it easily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bater! #CUT#
It looks like Future Winger has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bater swings for the body but Winger moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bater.
Bater takes a swing at Winger's ribcage but misses.
A lazy left from Winger finds it's target.#T4#
Bater cracks Winger with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bater cracks Winger with an open hand slap.
Bater misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Winger.
Bater swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bater keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Winger.
Bater is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Winger misses with a left hand
and Bater counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Winger with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Winger swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bater misses with a body shot.
Bater throws a body shot but no joy.
Bater throws a looping overhand right but Winger ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Winger swings for the body but Bater moves out of range.
Winger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bater.
Winger looks to score with a jab to the body but Bater is just out of range.
Bater swings for the body but Winger moves out of range.
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 Master Bater will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Bater is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Winger.
Winger throws a jab but it's blocked by Bater.
Winger has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Winger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Winger.
Bater was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Winger misses with an uppercut.
Bater throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bater looks to score with a jab to the body but Winger is just out of range.
Bater lands with a nice body punch.
Bater scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Winger doesn't seem bothered though.
Winger misses the shot to the body.
Bater slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bater throws a body punch but Winger moves out of range.
Bater moves away from the strike by Winger.
Winger throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bater sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bater uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Winger.
Winger slips a straight right by Bater.#T1#
Winger misses with a hook. Bater ducked under it nicely.
Bater misses the body punch
and Bater takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Winger missing with a left hand there. Bater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Winger lands with a good body shot.
Winger's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bater connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Winger scrambles back to his feet.
Winger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bater.
Bater connects with a nice looking jab.
Winger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Winger rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bater moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Winger on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice jab there from Winger.
Bater misses with a wild body shot.
Winger throws a lazy right hand but Bater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Winger throws a shot from downtown. Bater moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Bater misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winger missing with a left hand there. Bater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Winger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bater throws a looping overhand right but Winger ducks down to avoid it.
Winger closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Bater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bater lands with a nice body punch.
Winger tries to move into range but Bater moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bater misses with a hook to the body
and Bater takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bater lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Winger throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Winger throws an off balance right hand
and Bater counters with a left to the body.
Bater connects with a body shot that sends Winger's belly button to the back.
Winger ducks under a wild hook from Bater.
Winger misses with a looping left.#T3#
Winger throws an off balance right hand
and Bater cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Winger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bater counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bater with a hook.
Bater misses with a body shot
and Bater takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Winger's corner calls for a 1-2. Winger obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Winger misses with a straight left.
A swing and a miss from Bater.
Winger scores with a nice head shot.
Bater listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Winger misses with an uppercut. Bater saw that one coming.
Bater misses the jab.
Bater throws a hook to the side of Winger's head but Winger sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Winger takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bater takes a swing at Winger's ribcage but misses.
Bater walks into a stiff left hand from Winger.#T4#
Bater works Winger's body with a nice hook.
Nice cross by Bater.
Winger looks to land a left hand but Bater moved out of range nicely.
Bater throws a jab when Winger was well out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Winger misses.
Winger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bater.
Winger throws a hook to the side of Bater's head but Bater sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bater looks to score with a jab to the body but Winger is just out of range.
Bater lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bater slips a jab from Winger.
Bater showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Winger.
A quick step to the side and Bater tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bater looks to land a left hand but Winger moved out of range nicely.
Winger jabs Bater to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Winger throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Master Bater did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Winger misses with an uppercut. Bater saw that one coming.
Winger lands a two punch combo.
Winger slips a straight right by Bater.
Winger lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice body punch from Bater.
Winger slips under a jab from Bater.
A little jabbing left from Winger on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Winger throws a poor cross that misses
and Bater counters with a stiff right hand.
A shot to the liver by Winger. Beautiful body shot.
Winger moves away from the strike by Bater.
Winger moves away from the strike by Bater.
Winger throws a series of punches but Bater avoids them all with ease.
Bater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Winger.
Winger uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bater.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bater throws a hook but Winger blocks it.#T1#
Winger lands with a hook. Bater tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Winger tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bater was well out of range. Poor timing from Winger.
Winger defending well as Bater loads up on a big left hand.
Bater throws a body punch but Winger moves out of range.
A jab from Winger misses.
Winger blocks a jab.
Bater throws a hook to the side of Winger's head but Winger sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Winger throws a hook but Bater avoids it easily.
Winger tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bater was well out of range. Poor timing from Winger.
Winger takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Winger misses with a right hand
and Bater counters with a right hand to the body.
Winger's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bater connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Winger scrambles back to his feet.
A big right from Winger misses.
Bater ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Winger scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bater moves out of range of the strikes.
Winger misses with an 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!
Bater jabs at Winger's body.
Winger fails to land with a series of punches.
Winger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bater.
Bater lands a slapping body shot.
Winger displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bater lands a nice looking body shot.
Bater misses with a body shot
and Winger makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bater takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bater keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Winger.
Winger steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bater.
Winger is looking for the big counter here.
Winger throws a jab when Bater was well out of range.
It looked like Bater wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Bater ducks under a wild hook from Winger.
Winger cracks Bater with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bater looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bater connects with a body shot.
Winger misses with an uppercut
and Bater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Winger jabs Bater to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Winger lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Decent striking displayed by Bater there.
A big right from Bater misses.
Winger moves out of range as Bater strikes.
Bater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Winger cracks Bater with an open hand slap.
Bater takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bater tests Winger's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Bater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Winger lands a jab-cross combination.
Bater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bater throws a poor cross that misses
and Winger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bater throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Winger misses with a looping right.
The fighters circling - Bater throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bater looks to land a left hand but Winger moved out of range nicely.
Bater displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Winger throws out the jab.
The crowd cheers as Bater lands an impressive looking overhand right. Winger doesn't seem phased though.
Bater tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Winger was well out of range. Poor timing from Bater.
Winger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Winger throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bater bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bater cracks Winger with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Future Winger will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Bater misses with a wild combination.
Winger misses with a straight right.
Winger loads up on a big right hand but Bater slips the punch.
Winger scores with a jab. Bater acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Winger as he connects with a hook.
Bater misses with an uppercut. Winger saw that one coming.
Bater swings widly with a right hand
and Winger counters with a straight right hand.
Winger with a nice cross.
Bater throws the left hand but Winger avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winger cracks Bater with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bater misses the shot to the body.
Winger throws the left hand but Bater avoids the punch easily.
Bater ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Winger throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Winger connects with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Bater.
Winger punishes Bater's body with a nice straight punch.
Winger misses with a wild body shot.
Bater connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Winger's hands.
Bater misses with a hook. Winger ducked under it nicely.
Bater misses with a hook. Winger ducked under it nicely.
Bater blocks a jab.
Bater misses with a straight left.
A telegraphed right hand from Winger misses the target.
Bater cracks Winger with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bater lands a nice hook to Winger's body. Winger takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Winger feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Baters jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Winger throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bater stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Bater throws the left hand but Winger avoids the punch easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Winger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bater swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Winger misses with an uppercut.
Winger throws a jab when Bater was well out of range.
Bater on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Winger misses with a body punch
and Bater counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Winger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bater staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Bater misses the target.
Bater works Winger's body with a nice hook.
Winger uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bater.
Winger cracks Bater with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Bater lands with a hook. Winger tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bater. Winger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bater swings widly with a right hand
and Winger connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Winger avoids the body shot from Bater.
Bater with a hook.
Winger listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bater throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
No joy there for Winger, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A slow jab from Bater misses its intended target.
Bater just misses with a punch to the body.
Winger slips a straight right by Bater.
Bater looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bater misses with a body shot.
Bater misses with a looping left.#T4#
Winger looks to land a left hand but Bater moved out of range nicely.
Bater appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Winger throws a body shot but no joy.
Winger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bater.
Winger misses with a wild body shot.
Bater connects with a right hand. Winger shakes it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Winger thows a left - swing and a miss!
Winger throws a series of punches but Bater moves out of range.
Bater connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Winger lands a body shot.
Winger ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bater scores with the left hand. Winger knows he should have avoided that one.
Winger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Winger lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Winger throws a looping overhand right but Bater ducks down to avoid it.
Bater swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Winger throws a hook but Bater avoids it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Future Winger.
Well Winger 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 48:48
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 46:50
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 49:46

The fight is ruled a draw!

Master Bater retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

 

Event: Gladius #21     
Date:   Aug 25, 2018
#R1#
Macbeth walks into a jab.
Master Bater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bater uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Macbeth has time to react.
Macbeth throws a sloppy head kick and Bater moves out of range easily.
Bater wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bater keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Bater moves into the clinch.
Bater lands a right hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Bater.
Bater softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Bater scores with a nice short uppercut.
Macbeth is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bater lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bater lands a body shot.
Bater lands a left hand.
Bater scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bater scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC#
Macbeth is rocked!#T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bater digs a right hand into Macbeth's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Macbeth's gas tank.
Bater lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Macbeth backwards.
Bater working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bater lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Macbeth.
Macbeth looks winded!
Bater lands a right hand.
Macbeth can't get the takedown.
Master Bater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aragon Macbeth.
Bater throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bater digs a right hand into Macbeth's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Macbeth's gas tank.
Bater working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bater lands a body punch.
Bater lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bater lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bater creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Macbeth is still on wobbly legs! Can Bater finish him?
Bater lands a right hand that snaps the head of Macbeth backwards.
Bater 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.#T2#
Bater lands with a right to the head.
Bater lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bater.
Bater lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bater lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bater lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Macbeth.
Bater lands a body shot.
Bater lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bater works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bater lands a shot to the body.
Bater softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Bater.
Bater digs a right hand underneath Macbeth's ribcage. Macbeth let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Bater.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bater.
Bater lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Macbeth.#T3#
Bater lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bater working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bater pushes Macbeth against the cage and as Macbeth bounces back, Bater cracks him with a massive overhand right that sends him crashing to the mat! Bater follows up with more strikes but Macbeth was out from that first, devastating punch! Wow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Master Bater!
Master Bater is the new featherweight champion!
After the fight, Master Bater 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: Gladius MWCT Round 2     
Date:   Aug 11, 2018
#R1#
Ball takes one to the chin there.#CL2#
Bater pushes Ball up against the cage in a clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bater creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ball swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bater.
Ball prevents a body shot from Bater.
Ball prevents a body shot from Bater.
Bater lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bater goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bater lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ball.
Bater can't find room to land a body shot as Ball controls the action.
Bater misses with a punch to the body.
Ball misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bater tries to work over Ball's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bater goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've been informed that Bater has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ball fails to land.
Bater lands a nice shot to the body.
Bater works on Ball's body with a couple of short punches.
Ball throws a head punch that misses.
Bater misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bater struggles to land a body shot inside as Ball controls his hands.
Bater pushes Ball back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bater.
Bater blocking some punches.
Bater misses with a punch on the inside.
Ball blocks a body shot from Bater.
Ball misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bater.
Ball has a couple of punches blocked by Bater.
Bater tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ball swings wildly with an uppercut but Bater uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bater misses with a punch on the inside.
Ball blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Bater.
Ball blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ball swings wildly with an uppercut but Bater uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bater misses with a punch to the body.
Bater lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ball throws a punch but it's blocked by Bater.
Bater misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bater pushes Ball back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ball.
I was talking to Ball's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#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!
Bater digs a right hand underneath Ball's ribcage. Ball let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Ball is breathing heavily.
Bater doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ball swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Bater's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Bater closes the distance and pushes Ball back into the cage.
Ball blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bater lands a shot to the body.
Bater lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bater softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bater.
Bater scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bater scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bater throws a punch but it's blocked by Ball.
Bater scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#
Ball is rocked!
Ball misses with a punch to the body.
Ball blocks a body shot from Bater.
Bater misses with some punches.
Bater swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bater has a couple of punches blocked by Ball.
Ball misses with the head strike. #T3#
Ball works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ball tries to throw a body punch but Bater avoids it by throwing Ball back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ball.
Bater lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Bater fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bater creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bater tries to work over Ball's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bater stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bater doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bater swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ball misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ball misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bater swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ball lands with a left to the head.
Bater works on Ball's body with a couple of short punches.
Bater blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ball blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ball.
Bater scores with a nice hook to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Ball.
Ball lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bater is leaning against Ball and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bater blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ball misses with a hook to the ribs.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ball has a couple of punches blocked by Bater.
Bater throws a punch but it's blocked by Ball.
Bater misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ball.
Ball misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ball.
Ball swings wildly with an uppercut but Bater uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bater misses with a punch to the body.
Bater lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ball backwards.
Bater goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ball misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ball fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bater blocking some punches.
Bater gets through Ball's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bater tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bater lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ball misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Master Bater dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bater cracks Ball with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Ball gets tackled into the cage by Bater. Bater maintains the clinch.
Ball working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ball.
Ball lands with a left to the head.
Ball misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bater throws a punch but it's blocked by Ball.
Bater lands a right hand.
Ball throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ball.
Ball throws a punch but it's blocked by Bater.
Ball throws a punch but it's blocked by Bater.
Ball lands with a short shot to the head.
Ball misses with the head strike.
Bater blocks an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Ball.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ball lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bater backwards.
Bater works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bater lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ball or not.
Ball blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A short left from Ball. #T1#
Ball misses with a punch on the inside.
Ball misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ball.
Ball swings wildly with an uppercut but Bater uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bater blocks an uppercut.
Bater lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bater tries to throw a body punch but Ball avoids it by throwing Bater back against the cage.
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bater can't find room to land a body shot as Ball controls the action.
Ball blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bater presses Ball against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ball tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bater throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Balls head.
Bater lands a body shot.
Bater working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bater tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ball's elbow.
Bater lands a nice shot to the body.
Bater misses with a body punch.
Bater lands a nice shot to the body.
Bater lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ball backwards. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ball blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bater softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Oh Ball is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bater tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bater lands with a light punch inside.
Ball's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bater fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bater struggles to land a body shot inside as Ball controls his hands.
Bater lands a nice shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bater.
Bater pushes Ball back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bater lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bater lands with a short punch from the clinch. #KD2#
Bater drops Ball onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Ball is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Ball blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bater misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bater lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Ball to his knees! Bater keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Master Bater!
Master Bater was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 20, 2018
#R1##CL2#
Bater has Burns up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bater.
Good body shot from Bater.
Bater lands a shot to the body.
Bater digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Bater lands with a short shot to the head.
Bater lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Bater as the two fighters clinch.
Bater keeps control of Burns as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bater blocks an elbow strike from Burns.
Bater lands a left hand.
Bater pushes Burns back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Burns is breathing heavily.
Burns is trying to pull guard but Bater has him pressed against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bater.#ROC2#
Burns is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice left hand lands by Bater.
Oh Burns is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've been informed that Bater has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bater creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Burns with a big uppercut! Burns tries to clinch up but Bater pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Burns to the mat! Burns covers up and Bater unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Master Bater!
An out of breath Master Bater 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:   Jul 17, 2018
#R1#
Bater lands a nice hook to Wilson's body. Wilson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bater connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
Bater darts in and clinches Wilson up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bater creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bater gets underhooks to prevent Wilson's takedown attempt.
A short body shot lands from Bater as the two fighters clinch.
Bater lands a body shot.
We've been informed that Bater has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bater lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A hook to the body from Bater.
Wilson is breathing heavily.
Wilson is trying to stall.
Wilson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bater gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Wilson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bater after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wilson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Bater.
Still in the clinch, Bater scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bater.
Bater lands a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bater.
Bater pushes Wilson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Bater.
Bater working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bater lands a shot to the body.#T1#
Bater lands a right hand.
A short body shot lands from Bater as the two fighters clinch.
Bater scores with a shot to the side of Wilson's head.
Bater cracks Wilson with a nice body shot.
Bater lands with a right to the head.
Bater lands a nice shot to the body.
Bater is leaning against Wilson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short body shot lands from Bater as the two fighters clinch.
Bater lands a body punch.
Wilson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Bater stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short right from Bater on the inside.
Bater pushes Wilson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bater.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hook to the body lands for Bater.
Bater lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bater lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilson backwards.
A shot in the inside from Bater.
Bater lands a shoulder strike.
Bater stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bater lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilson backwards. #T2#
Bater lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wilson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bater lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from Bater. #ROC2#
Wilson is rocked!
Bater lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilson.
Oh Wilson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bater working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Bater on the inside.
Wilson seems to have got his legs back now.
Bater lands a shoulder strike.
Bater lands a body shot in the clinch.
Good body shot from Bater.
Bater lands with a short shot to the head.
Bater lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bater scores with a hook to the body.
Bater is leaning against Wilson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bater lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bater scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bater lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilson backwards.
Bater is leaning against Wilson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short uppercut from Bater. #T3#
A left hand lands to the body for Bater.
Bater presses Wilson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bater lands with a left to the head.
Wilson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT2#
It looks like John Wilson has been cut.
A short right from Bater on the inside.
Bater lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Still in the clinch, Bater scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bater throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bater.
Bater lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Bater.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short left from Bater.
Bater pushes Wilson against the cage. Bater is working some dirty boxing. Bater pushes off with a quick right hook! Wilson goes down! Wilson tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Bater moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Master Bater!
A very excited looking Master Bater 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 11, 2018
#R1#
Bater connects with a right hand. Caramat shakes it off.
A jab from Bater finds it's way through Caramat's defenses.
Bater lands with a nice body punch.
Left hook, right uppercut from Caramat.
Bater darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC2#
Caramat is rocked!
Caramat avoids a punch combination nicely.
As Bater looks to move away, Caramat throws a big counter combo but Bater just gets out of the way.
Oh Caramat is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Bater! Caramat is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Master Bater!
A relieved looking Master Bater thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

 
 
 
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