Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 1059 Diggs vs Khan
Date: Mar 01, 2024

#R1#
Sarethi connects with a body shot.
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot.
Sarethi throws a head kick but Moore moves out of range.
Moore looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Sarethi catches Moore with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sarethi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Moore. Moore obviously looking to wear him down.
Sarethi swings widly with a right hand
and Moore counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Sarethi throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT2#It looks like Angelo Moore has been cut.
Sarethi loads up on a big right hand but Moore slips the punch.
Sarethi scores with a jab to the body.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some bone on bone action there as Moore checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Moore seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Sarethi tries to land a body kick
and Moore counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Sarethi to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Moore!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Angelo Moore!
Angelo Moore decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 1056 Danger vs McGuire II
Date: Feb 16, 2024

#R1##CL2#
Sarethi drives through and clinches with Tavares against the cage.
Sarethi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tavares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sarethi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sarethi misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sarethi.
Tavares lands a right hand.
I was talking to Tavares's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tavares blocking some punches.
Tavares swings wildly with an uppercut but Sarethi uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Tavares manages to break the clinch.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice jab there from Tavares.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Tavares avoids them all with ease.
Tavares misses with a hook.#CL2#
Sarethi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tavares lands a body punch in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarethi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tavaress head.
Nice body punch from Tavares.
A head punch on the inside from Sarethi fails to land.
Sarethi lands with a left to the head.
Tavares scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tavares misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Tavares as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tavares. #T1#
Sarethi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sarethi has a couple of punches blocked by Tavares.
Tavares blocks a body shot from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Tavares on the inside.
Sarethi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tavares controls his hands. #BC#
Tavares breaks the clinch.
Tavares lands the left hand.#CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
A big left from Tavares misses.
Sarethi missing with a left hand there. Tavares was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tavares circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sarethi slips under a jab from Tavares.
Sarethi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tavares.
Sarethi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tavares goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sarethi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sarethi tries to clinch up.
Sarethi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sarethi feints and then cracks Tavares's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tavares down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tavares lands an overhand right.#T2#
Tavares cracks Sarethi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tavares uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sarethi has time to react.#ROC#Sarethi is rocked!
Sarethi misses with a head kick.
And Tavares counters with a quick kick to the body but Sarethi blocks it.
Sarethi is still on wobbly legs! Can Tavares finish him?
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
and Tavares counters with a good low kick that Sarethi was not able to check.
Tavares drops Sarethi with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Sarethi! Tavares dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manny Tavares!
Our winner, Manny Tavares, 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 1048 Danger vs Choke III
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Sarethi throws out a loose jab but Escobar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Escobar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sarethi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Escobar.
An attempted straight right counter from Escobar misses the target.
Sarethi swings widly with a right hand
and Escobar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Escobar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses
and Escobar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sarethi. That's going to slow Escobar down.
Sarethi drops his hands momentarily and Escobar takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sarethi throws a combination that misses
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Escobar misses with an uppercut. Sarethi saw that one coming.
Escobar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sarethi.
Sarethi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi scores with a jab.
Sarethi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Escobar misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Escobar misses the target.
Sarethi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Escobar looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Escobar lands with a thumping leg kick.
Escobar throws a poor cross that misses
and Sarethi counters with a three punch combo that has Escobar backing up. Escobar nods at Sarethi to acknowledge the strikes.
A head kick by Sarethi misses
and Escobar counters with a good, hard body kick but Sarethi shrugs it off.
Sarethi throws out a loose jab but Escobar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sarethi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Sarethi swinging wildly here.
Escobar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've been hearing reports that Escobar has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Escobar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sarethi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Escobar moves out of range of the strikes.
Escobar moves out of range of the body kick.
Sarethi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Escobar has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sarethi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sarethi scores with a kick to the body.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Decent striking displayed by Sarethi there.
Sarethi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Escobar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sarethi unleashes a big counter combination but Escobar bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Escobar displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sarethi throws out the jab.
It looked like Escobar wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sarethi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sarethi misses with a combination
letting Escobar counter with a right hand. #T3#
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. Escobar saw that one coming.
Sarethi throws a poor cross that misses
and Escobar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Escobar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sarethi.
Escobar slips a straight right by Sarethi.
Escobar was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sarethi misses with a right hand
and Escobar counters with a stiff right hand.
Escobar swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sarethi.
Sarethi lands with a hook. Escobar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Escobar on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sarethi tests Escobar's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sarethi tries to land a body kick
and Escobar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#KD2#
Sarethi lands a big head kick that sends Escobar tumbling to the mat! Sarethi takes a step backwards and waves Escobar back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Escobar is rocked!#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
and Escobar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A lazy body kick from Sarethi
and Escobar counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#Sarethi is rocked!
Sarethi throws a sloppy head kick
and Escobar counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Juanito Escobar!
Our winner, Juanito Escobar, 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 1039 Kamara vs McCarthy
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1#
Sarethi looks to throw a body kick
and Adamos counters with a nice uppercut.
Sarethi throws a shot from downtown. Adamos moves away and avoids it.
Adamos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Sarethi misses
and Adamos counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Sarethi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sarethi looks to throw a body kick
and Adamos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sarethi tries to bum rush Adamos with a series of wild strikes but Adamos uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little feinted left hand from Adamos on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sarethi throws a sloppy head kick and Adamos moves out of range easily.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sarethi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Adamos.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi misses with a hook to the body
letting Adamos counter with a right hand.
Sloppy strikes from Sarethi. Those never looked like landing.
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarethi shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Adamos eats them both and turns towards Sarethi to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Adamos avoids the head kick by Sarethi. #T1#
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Adamos avoids them all with ease.
Jab from Adamos.
Adamos drops his hands momentarily and Sarethi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sarethi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Adamos counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Sarethi is rocked!
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Adamos.
Sarethi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Adamos backs up against the cage.
Sarethi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sarethi is still on wobbly legs! Can Adamos finish him?
Sarethi misses with a right hand
and Adamos counters with a right hand from hell and Sarethi is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Adrian Adamos!
An out of breath Adrian Adamos thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 1027 DeMinaur vs Takahashi
Date: Oct 27, 2023

#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sarethi tries to land a leg kick but Brandstatter saw it coming and moves away.
Sarethi takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sarethi. That's going to slow Brandstatter down.
Sarethi looks to land a combination but Brandstatter avoids it well.
Brandstatter scores with a nice head shot.
Brandstatter lands a jab to the head.
Sarethi throws a big shot that misses.
Brandstatter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sarethi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Brandstatter misses with a hook
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sarethi goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
That kick from Brandstatter tenderised Sarethi's leg. Sarethi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sarethi slips under a jab.
Sarethi staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Brandstatter misses its intended target.
Brandstatter connects with a body shot that sends Sarethi's belly button to the back.
A slow jab from Brandstatter misses its intended target.
Brandstatter throws a body kick that misses
and Sarethi counters with a straight right hand.
Sarethi throws a front kick aimed at Brandstatter's knee but Brandstatter avoids it well. #T1#
Sarethi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sarethi sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Brandstatter moves out of range of the strikes.
Brandstatter tries to clinch but Sarethi moves out of range.
Brandstatter throws a push kick but Sarethi slaps the foot to one side.
Brandstatter throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A head kick from Brandstatter lands but Sarethi takes it in his stride. #CL#
Brandstatter closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sarethi.
Sarethi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Brandstatter backwards.
Sarethi blocking some punches.
Sarethi has a couple of punches blocked by Brandstatter.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Brandstatter lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Brandstatter - that landed with a thud.
Brandstatter trying to control the position but instead, Sarethi has worked for underhooks and has pushed Brandstatter into the cage.
Brandstatter misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sarethi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sarethi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Brandstatter working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter misses with the head strike.
Sarethi misses with a punch to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Brandstatter swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sarethi misses with a punch on the inside.
Brandstatter blocks a body shot from Sarethi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sarethi.
Brandstatter wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sarethi has him pressed against the cage.
Brandstatter blocks an uppercut.
Brandstatter goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sarethi.
A short right from Brandstatter.
Sarethi misses with the head strike. #BC#
Brandstatter breaks the clinch.
Sarethi dips to his left and cracks Brandstatter with an uppercut!
Nice body kick there by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sarethi goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T3#
Sarethi just misses with a punch to the body.
Sarethi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Brandstatter defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Brandstatter dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sarethi swinging wildly here.
Brandstatter lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sarethi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Brandstatter scores with a jab.
Brandstatter fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sarethi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wolfgang Brandstatter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brandstatter. That's going to slow Sarethi down.
Brandstatter is looking to clinch.
Brandstatter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sarethi was well out of range. Poor timing from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brandstatter tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brandstatter throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Sarethi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sarethi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
An inside leg kick lands from Brandstatter.
Sarethi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Donk. Brandstatter catches Sarethi right on the button with a cross.
Brandstatter shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brandstatter dodges the punch combination from Sarethi.
Sarethi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Brandstatter throws a low kick, looking for Sarethi's leg but Sarethi calmly moves out of range.
Sarethi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Brandstatter moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brandstatter loads up on a big right hand but Sarethi slips the punch.
Brandstatter tries to clinch up.
Nice uppercut there from Brandstatter.
Sarethi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does 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 Wolfgang Brandstatter 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#
Sarethi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Brandstatter.
Sarethi defending well as Brandstatter loads up on a big left hand.
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Brandstatter moves into range and clinches up with Sarethi.
Brandstatter lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sarethi backwards.
Sarethi lands with a short shot to the head.
Sarethi tries to work over Brandstatter's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
Brandstatter tries to work over Sarethi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sarethi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sarethi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Brandstatter looking to slow down the pace here.
Sarethi swings wildly with an uppercut but Brandstatter uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Brandstatter's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sarethi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A swing and a miss from Sarethi.
Brandstatter misses with a wild body shot.
Brandstatter connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Brandstatter misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Brandstatter takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brandstatter connects with a leg kick.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sarethi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Brandstatter throws a leg kick that misses.
Despite the aggression on Sarethi's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Brandstatter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Brandstatter jabs Sarethi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sarethi scores with a body shot.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Brandstatter avoids them all with ease.
Brandstatter fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sarethi just manages to avoid it.
Brandstatter misses with a leg kick.
Sarethi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sarethi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Brandstatter to score with a decent uppercut.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter is looking to clinch.
Brandstatter moves out of range of the strikes.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses.
Brandstatter throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sarethi's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brandstatter lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sarethi's sensitive parts.
Brandstatter moves out of range as Sarethi throws a body kick.
Brandstatter tests Sarethi's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Brandstatter cracks Sarethi with a good jab.
Salyn Sarethi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sarethi checks a low kick from Brandstatter.
A big left from Sarethi misses.
Sarethi needs to keep his hands up - Brandstatter had a free shot at his head there.
Sarethi misses the shot to the body.
Sarethi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sarethi lands a right hook to the body. #CL#
Brandstatter clinches.
Brandstatter working aggressively here.
Brandstatter stalling in the clinch but Sarethi improves position. #BC#
Brandstatter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sarethi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brandstatter is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Sarethi.
Brandstatter tried to score with a low kick but Sarethi checks it.
A big right from Brandstatter misses.
Brandstatter cracks a nice hook into Sarethi's ribs.
Sarethi tries a head kick but it misses.
Sarethi fails to land with a series of punches. #T3#
Brandstatter misses with a body shot
and Sarethi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sarethi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brandstatter swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Brandstatter avoids a kick to the body.
Brandstatter misses with a body kick.
Brandstatter lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sarethi's sensitive parts.
Sarethi throws a leg kick that misses.
Brandstatter connects with an inside leg kick.
Brandstatter works the jab nicely.
Brandstatter misses with an uppercut.
Sarethi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Brandstatter misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sarethi counters with a thumping low kick.
Some wild striking there from Sarethi.
Brandstatter cracks Sarethi with a good jab.
Sarethi moves out of range of the body kick.
Brandstatter throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sarethi counters with a three punch combo that has Brandstatter backing up. Brandstatter nods at Sarethi to acknowledge the strikes.
Wolfgang Brandstatter is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarethi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sarethi throws the left hand but Brandstatter avoids the punch easily.
Sarethi scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Brandstatter blocks a jab.
Sarethi punishes Brandstatter's body with a nice straight punch.
Brandstatter moves out of range of the strikes.
Sarethi throws a jab but it's blocked by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter is looking to clinch.
Sarethi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brandstatter circles away quickly and effectively.
Sarethi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Brandstatter throws the kick towards the body but Sarethi avoids it.
Sarethi misses with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brandstatter cracks Sarethi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Brandstatter. Sarethi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sarethi staying out of range there.
Brandstatter wants to slow Sarethi down by chopping away at his legs.
Sarethi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
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 Wolfgang Brandstatter will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Brandstatter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brandstatter throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #CL#
Brandstatter drives through and clinches with Sarethi against the cage.
Sarethi struggles to land a body shot inside as Brandstatter controls his hands.
Sarethi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
Brandstatter misses with a punch on the inside.
Brandstatter lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter throws a punch but it's blocked by Sarethi.
Brandstatter lands an uppercut.
Sarethi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Brandstatter or not.
Sarethi tries to throw a body punch but Brandstatter avoids it by throwing Sarethi back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Sarethi fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandstatter lands a nice uppercut.
Brandstatter has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sarethi tries to work over Brandstatter's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Brandstatter prevents a body shot from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Brandstatters head.
Brandstatter takes a shot to the head. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Brandstatter.
A head punch on the inside from Sarethi fails to land.
Sarethi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi struggles to land a body shot inside as Brandstatter controls his hands.
Brandstatter is trying to maintain a safe position but Sarethi gets an underhook and turns Brandstatter into the cage.
Sarethi pushes Brandstatter back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sarethi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Brandstatter manages to break the clinch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Brandstatter.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Brandstatter.
Brandstatter misses with a looping right.
Brandstatter fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sarethi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Brandstatter misses with a looping right.
Brandstatter takes a swing at Sarethi's ribcage but misses.
Sarethi throws a looping overhand right but Brandstatter ducks down to avoid it.
Sarethi throws a body kick that misses
and Brandstatter counters with a straight right hand.
Brandstatter checks the leg kick nicely there.
Brandstatter misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Brandstatter 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!
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot.
Sarethi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Brandstatter finds it's way round the side to connect with Sarethi's head.
Sarethi tries to land a body kick
letting Brandstatter counter with a right hand.
Sarethi tries to work over Brandstatter's front leg with a kick but Brandstatter checks it.
Brandstatter tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sarethi is able to avoid easily.
Sarethi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sarethi blocks a head kick by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter throws a jab when Sarethi was well out of range.
Sarethi throws a counter combo.
Brandstatter wants to slow Sarethi down by chopping away at his legs.
Brandstatter scores with a jab to the body.
Sarethi moves forwards but Brandstatter connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sarethi throws a nice looking combination but Brandstatter bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brandstatter throws a jab when Sarethi was well out of range.
Sarethi checks a leg kick.
Brandstatter is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Brandstatter throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T3#
Danga de danga de dang - Sarethi scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#It looks like Wolfgang Brandstatter has been cut.
Brandstatter throws a hook to the side of Sarethi's head but Sarethi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brandstatter throws a leg kick but Sarethi sees it coming and moves out of range.
A good leg kick by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sarethi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Salyn Sarethi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sarethi throws a jab but it's blocked by Brandstatter.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brandstatter defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Brandstatter avoids the body shot from Sarethi.
A punch combination from Sarethi misses.
Sarethi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Brandstatter dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Brandstatter rushes Sarethi and presses him up against the cage.
Sarethi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body punch from Sarethi - that landed with a thud.
Brandstatter blocking some punches.
Sarethi lands with a light punch inside.
Brandstatter lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Sarethi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi tries a body shot but Brandstatter blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brandstatter.
Brandstatter has had enough of the clinch but Sarethi keeps him there for the moment.
Sarethi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brandstatter tries a body shot but Sarethi blocks it.
Brandstatter blocking some punches.
Brandstatter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brandstatter blocking some punches.
Sarethi lands a nice shot to the body.
Sarethi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wolfgang Brandstatter has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Brandstatter's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brandstatter comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Brandstatter thumps Sarethi with a low kick.
Sarethi looks to land a combination but Brandstatter avoids it well.
Brandstatter lands a jab to the nose.
Brandstatter thuds his shin into the meat of Sarethi's side.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brandstatter lands a body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wolfgang Brandstatter!
After the fight, Wolfgang Brandstatter 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: SYN 1023 Randleman vs Danger
Date: Oct 08, 2023

#R1#
Sarethi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sarethi misses with a hook
and Ginger counters with a nice leg kick.
Sarethi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sarethi misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Ginger counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Sarethi misses with a body punch.
Ginger has Sarethi pushed against the cage.
Sarethi working aggressively here.
Ginger tries to work over Sarethi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ginger blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Sarethi.
Ginger lands an uppercut.
Ginger scores with a shot to the side of Sarethi's head.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
Sarethi blocks a body shot from Ginger.
A short right from Ginger.
Sarethi is leaning against Ginger and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice left hand lands by Ginger.
Sarethi has a couple of punches blocked by Ginger.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
Sarethi works on Ginger's body with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Sarethi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ginger blocks an uppercut.
Ginger makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sarethi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Ginger tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ginger lands a body punch.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Sarethi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ginger working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ginger goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Sarethi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sarethi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sarethi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Ginger tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ginger fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ginger misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Ginger. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarethi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sarethi lands with a light punch inside.
Sarethi working aggressively here.
A right hook to the body lands for Sarethi.
Ginger tries to work over Sarethi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sarethi has a couple of punches blocked by Ginger.
Ginger blocking some punches.
Sarethi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sarethi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ginger lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sarethi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sarethi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ginger tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sarethi's elbow.
Ginger swings wildly with an uppercut but Sarethi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
Ginger misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sarethi.
Sarethi lands a hook that snaps the head of Ginger backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Sarethi fails to land.
Sarethi tries to work over Ginger's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Sarethi lands a shot to the body.
Sarethi misses with the head strike.
Ginger lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sarethi backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Ginger.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Sarethi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sarethi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ginger has a couple of punches blocked by Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a head punch that misses.
Ginger works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ginger lands a body punch.
Sarethi prevents a body shot from Ginger.
Ginger tries to work over Sarethi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short body shot lands from Ginger as the two fighters clinch.
Ginger holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Sarethi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Ginger.
Sarethi is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Ginger's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sarethi lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Sarethi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD2#
Ginger drops Sarethi with a beautiful combination! Sarethi stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Ginger is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A lazy body kick from Ginger
and Sarethi counters with a head kick. That will keep Ginger thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Ginger tries to move into range but Sarethi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#KD2#
Ginger feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Sarethi sprawling to the canvas! Sarethi rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ginger finish him?! #ROC2#Sarethi is rocked!
Ginger drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Sarethi's head, knocking him out cold! Ginger is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Haitian Ginger!
A victorious Haitian Ginger thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 1009 Troll vs Fin III
Date: Aug 11, 2023

#R1#
Tavares looks to throw the jab but Sarethi is out of range.
A big right from Tavares misses.
Sarethi cracks Tavares with an open hand slap.#CUT2#It looks like Manny Tavares has been cut.
Sarethi throws a big shot that misses.
Tavares misses with a hook
and Sarethi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sarethi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tavares looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sarethi throws the kick towards the body but Tavares avoids it.
Sarethi connects with a solid leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Tavares misses the target.
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Tavares counters with a stiff right hand.
Sarethi avoids a kick to the body.
Tavares gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tavares misses with a hook. Sarethi ducked under it nicely.
Tavares ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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!
Sarethi throws a shot to the body.
A low kick from Tavares misses
and Sarethi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Tavares looks to land a left hand but Sarethi moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sarethi! But no joy.
Tavares connects with a nice looking jab.
Sarethi stuns Tavares with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tavares dodges the punch combination from Sarethi.
Sarethi checks a low kick from Tavares.
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Tavares counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tavares jabs Sarethi right on the nose. Sarethi blinks but takes it well.
Sarethi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sarethi misses with a hook. Tavares ducked under it nicely.
Sarethi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tavares works over Sarethi's head and body with a nice combination.
Tavares bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sarethi 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.#T2#
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tavares throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Sarethi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sarethi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
A swing and a miss from Tavares.
Manny Tavares seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sarethi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tavares.
Sarethi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tavares swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Tavares backs off Sarethi throws a huge counter combo but Tavares manages to avoid it all.
A big left from Sarethi misses.
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot.
Tavares misses with a looping right.
Sarethi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sarethi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sarethi works the jab nicely.
A left lands for Tavares.
Sarethi misses with a head kick. #T3#
Tavares looks to land a right hand but Sarethi moved out of range.
Sarethi throws a body punch but Tavares moves out of range.
Tavares swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sarethi scores with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Tavares.
A little jabbing left from Sarethi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sarethi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tavares throws an off balance right hand
and Sarethi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sarethi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tavares displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sarethi throws out the jab.
A low kick from Tavares misses
and Sarethi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tavares throws a leg kick which misses Sarethi's front leg but catches the back leg as Sarethi tries to avoid it.
Tavares scores with a leg kick.
Tavares loads up on a big right hand but Sarethi slips the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sarethi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Tavares throws a sloppy body shot
and Sarethi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sarethi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tavares.
Sarethi throws out a powerful jab.
Sarethi 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.
Tavares is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sarethi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tavares.
Sarethi moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Tavares misses the target.
Tavares throws a body punch but Sarethi moves out of range.
Sarethi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tavares. Tavares circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tavares scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tavares swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Tavares connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tavares misses with a hook. Sarethi ducked under it nicely.
Tavares connects with a solid leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Salyn Sarethi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Manny Tavares's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tavares uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sarethi has time to react.
Tavares misses with a looping left.
Sarethi connects with a crisp jab.
Tavares throws an off balance right hand
and Sarethi counters with a body kick that stops Tavares in his tracks momentarily.
Tavares lands a glancing blow to the side of Sarethi's head.
Tavares takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tavares swings for the body but Sarethi moves out of range.
A low kick from Tavares is predictable there
and Sarethi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sarethi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
and Tavares counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Sarethi misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tavares 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 Sarethi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sarethi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tavares misses with an uppercut
and Sarethi counters with a left to the body.
Good leg kick by Tavares. #T1#
Tavares lands a leg kick that knocks Sarethi off balance momentarily.
Sarethi misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from Tavares misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Tavares.
Sarethi throws out a counter right but Tavares avoids it with no problem.
Tavares moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sarethi connects with a body shot.
Sarethi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tavares counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tavares keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tavares looks to land a left hand but Sarethi moved out of range nicely.
Sarethi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sarethi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sarethi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sarethi lands a nice shot that snaps Tavares's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sarethi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tavares. #T2#
Sarethi throws a hook but Tavares blocks it.
Sarethi misses with a lunging right hand
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Tavares misses.
Sarethi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sarethi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tavares moves away.
Sarethi misses with a looping left.
Sarethi missing with a left hand there. Tavares was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Sarethi misses the target.
Manny Tavares has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tavares throws a series of punches but Sarethi avoids them all with ease.
Tavares misses with a hook.
Nice uppercut there from Sarethi.#CUT2#Manny Tavares's cut is getting worse.
Tavares misses with a looping left.
Sarethi shapes to counter with a head kick.
Sarethi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sarethi misses with a leg kick
and Tavares counters with a left to the body. #T3#
Tavares looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tavares moves out of range of the strikes.
Tavares misses with an uppercut. Sarethi saw that one coming.
Sarethi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tavares.
Sarethi with a nice cross.
The fighters circling - Tavares throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sarethi lands a head shot.
Jab from Tavares.
Sarethi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tavares fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sarethi.
Tavares swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Sarethi misses the target.
Sarethi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Tavares throws a poor cross that misses
and Sarethi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi connects with a nice looking jab.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut.
Tavares looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tavares keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #ROC#Sarethi is rocked!
Tavares cracks a nice hook into Sarethi's ribs.
Sarethi is still on wobbly legs! Can Tavares finish him?
Tavares looks to score with a jab to the body but Sarethi is just out of range.
Tavares jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sarethi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sarethi slips under a jab.
Sarethi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tavares scores with a counter punch that sends Sarethi to the canvas! Tavares smells blood - he's punishing Sarethi with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Sarethi has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manny Tavares!
A victorious Manny Tavares thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 997 Randleman vs Wolf
Date: Jun 27, 2023

#R1#
Tonissaar blocks a head kick by Sarethi.
Tonissaar tries to score with a low kick but Sarethi moves his leg out of the way.
Sarethi throws a hook to the side of Tonissaar's head but Tonissaar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tonissaar is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Sarethi throws a lazy right hand but Tonissaar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Sarethi loads up on a big right hand but Tonissaar slips the punch.
Tonissaar digs a good body shot into Sarethi's ribs.
Tonissaar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tonissaar buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tonissaar 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.
Baruto Tonissaar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tonissaar connects with a solid leg kick.
Sarethi scores with a sloppy right hand. Tonissaar should have avoided that one.
Tonissaar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sarethi connects with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sarethi looks to land a left hand but Tonissaar moved out of range nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sarethi.
Tonissaar throws a sloppy body shot
and Sarethi counters with a straight right hand.
Tonissaar scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sarethi in his tracks. #T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Sarethi blocks the leg kick.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tonissaar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sarethi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sarethi slips a jab from Tonissaar.
Sarethi throwing a counter right hand but Tonissaar manages to avoid it.
Tonissaar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Sarethi misses the target.
Tonissaar lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sarethi takes a kick to the side of the head.
Tonissaar connects with a nice looking jab.
Tonissaar lands with a good body shot.
Tonissaar misses with a right hand
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.
Sarethi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice cross by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar scores with a decent looking hook.
Tonissaar connects with an inside leg kick.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Tonissaar is looking to slow Sarethi down with leg kicks.
A slow jab from Tonissaar misses its intended target.
Sarethi misses the jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sarethi.
Sarethi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tonissaar throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tonissaar slips a jab and a cross from Sarethi.
Sarethi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sarethi scores with a nice right hand. #CUT#It looks like Baruto Tonissaar has been cut.
Tonissaar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick from Tonissaar misses.
Tonissaar throws a low kick, looking for Sarethi's leg but Sarethi calmly moves out of range.
Sarethi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sarethi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Tonissaar misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Sarethi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tonissaar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sarethi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar 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.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but Sarethi checks it.
A little feinted left hand from Sarethi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tonissaar lands a jab to Sarethi's midsection.
Tonissaar scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Tonissaar scores with a sloppy right hand. Sarethi should have avoided that one. #ROC2#Sarethi is rocked!
Tonissaar weaves into range and cracks Sarethi right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Sarethi goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Tonissaar is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Baruto Tonissaar!
A victorious Baruto Tonissaar thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 991 Olsen vs Seigel
Date: Jun 08, 2023

#R1#
A jab from Steele finds it's way through Sarethi's defenses.
Sarethi looks to land a right hand but Steele moved out of range.
A clash of legs there as Sarethi blocks the low kick.
Sarethi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sarethi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sarethi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Steele turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Steele throws a leg kick which misses Sarethi's front leg but catches the back leg as Sarethi tries to avoid it.
Sarethi misses with a straight right.
A leg kick checked by Sarethi.
Steele avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sarethi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Steele looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sarethi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steele cracks Sarethi with an open hand slap.
Sarethi scores with a nice strike.
Steele punishes Sarethi's body with a nice straight punch.
A big right from Sarethi misses.
A jab from Steele misses. #T1#
Sarethi missing with a left hand there. Steele was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Steele avoids them all with ease.
Sarethi takes a swing at Steele's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Steele misses the target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Steele.
Steele scores with a hook.
Steele thuds a left hand into Sarethi's body.
Sarethi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sarethi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sarethi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Steele digs a good hook to Sarethi's body.
Sarethi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sarethi throws the kick towards the body but Steele avoids it.
Steele swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sarethi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sarethi.
Sarethi 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.
Steele throws a sloppy head kick and Sarethi moves out of range easily.
Stanley Steele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Sarethi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Steele slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Steele thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steele throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sarethi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Steele throws a low kick but Sarethi moves out of range easily.
Steele scores with a punch to the head.
Steele throws out a loose jab but Sarethi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Steele throws out a leg kick but Sarethi moves out of range and Steele only half commits.
Steele misses with a hook
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Stanley Steele has been cut.
Steele is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sarethi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steele.
Sarethi misses with a left hand
and Steele counters with a leg kick.
Steele slips a straight right by Sarethi.
Steele throws a jab when Sarethi was well out of range.
A low kick lands for Steele.
Sarethi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Steele throws a hook but Sarethi blocks it.
Steele fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A swing and a miss from Steele.
Sarethi moves forwards but Steele connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Steele.
Sarethi scores with a nice head shot.
Steele slips under a jab from Sarethi.
Steele throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sarethi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Sarethi tries to keep at a distance but Steele has taken the fight into the clinch.
Steele wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sarethi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Steele wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Sarethi has Steele pressed against the cage, preventing Steele from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sarethi throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Steele blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Sarethi breaks the clinch.
Sarethi swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Steele counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Steele 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!
Steele looks to land a right hand but Sarethi moved out of range.
Sarethi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Steele lands with an overhand left.
Sarethi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sarethi scores with a decent looking hook.
A swing and a miss from Sarethi.
Steele was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steele moves out of range as Sarethi throws a body kick.
Sarethi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Steele misses with a hook. Sarethi ducked under it nicely.
Steele works Sarethi's body with a nice hook.
Steele throws a leg kick but Sarethi checks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steele loads up on a big right hand but Sarethi slips the punch.
Sarethi walks into a stiff left hand from Steele.
Both fighters circling a little - Sarethi finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Steele.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stanley Steele dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Stanley Steele'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#
Sarethi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steele throws a leg kick that misses.
Sarethi misses with a hook
enabling Steele to counter with a crisp jab.
Sarethi blocks a jab.
Sarethi counters with a body kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Steele 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 Sarethi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sarethi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Steele moves into range and connects with a jab.
Steele misses with a hook. Sarethi ducked under it nicely.
Steele pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Steele throws a jab when Sarethi was well out of range.
It seemed like Sarethi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steele lands a glancing blow to the side of Sarethi's head.
Steele lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi's corner calls for a 1-2. Sarethi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Steele moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steele tries to clinch up.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. Steele saw that one coming.
Steele throws a right hand that misses
and Steele takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Steele tries to clinch up but Sarethi circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Sarethi does it's job there.
Sarethi misses with a lunging right hand
and Steele counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sarethi thinking.
Stanley Steele is winning the standup battle so far.
Sarethi throws a lazy right hand but Steele sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sarethi cracks Steele with an open hand slap.
Steele throws a leg kick
and Sarethi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sarethi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Steele swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Sarethi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sarethi.
Steele lands with a straight right. Sarethi didn't see that one coming.
Steele moves away from the strike by Sarethi.
Steele lands with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steele lands a really nice looking cross but Sarethi seems unphased.
Sarethi lands an overhand right.#CUT2#Stanley Steele's cut is getting worse.#T2#
Sarethi tries a low kick but Steele avoids it.
Sarethi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Steele.
Some wild striking there from Steele.
Sarethi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Steele at a distance.
Steele looks to land a right hand but Sarethi moved out of range.
Steele moves out of range as Sarethi strikes.
Sarethi blocks a jab.
Sarethi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Steele pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sarethi is out of range and Steele settles back down.
Sarethi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Steele.
Sarethi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Steele's hands.#T3#
Steele uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sarethi.
Some wild striking there from Steele.
Sarethi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sarethi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sarethi lands a really nice looking cross but Steele seems unphased. #CUT2#Stanley Steele's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Sarethi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Steele. Steele obviously looking to wear him down.
Nice cross by Steele.
Sarethi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Steele steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sarethi.
Steele tries to close the distance and clinch but Sarethi swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sarethi misses the jab.
Sarethi lands a glancing blow to the side of Steele's head.
Steele lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Steele tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Sarethi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sarethi throws a jab when Steele was well out of range.
Sarethi misses with a looping left.
Steele misses with a left hand
and Sarethi counters with a right hand to the body.
Steele throws a right hand that misses
and Sarethi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sarethi throws a head kick but Steele moves out of range.
Sarethi misses the shot to the body.
Steele pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sarethi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sarethi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Steele connects with an inside leg kick.
Sarethi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Steele.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sarethi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Steele misses with a lunging right hand
letting Sarethi counter with a right hand.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Steele.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Salyn Sarethi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Stanley Steele'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#
Sarethi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steele was well out of range. Poor timing from Sarethi.
Steele throws the left hand but Sarethi avoids the punch easily.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sarethi.
Sarethi looks to score with a jab to the body but Steele is just out of range.
Sarethi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Steele misses with a hook.
Steele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sarethi.
Sarethi misses with a hook. Steele ducked under it nicely.
Steele doesn't manage to clinch there - Sarethi circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi checks a leg kick nicely.
Steele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sarethi moves away.
Steele cracks Sarethi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Steele cracks Sarethi with a good jab.
Sarethi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steele sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Steele misses with a low kick as Sarethi jumps back.
Sarethi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Steele throws a head kick but Sarethi moves out of range.
Steele missing with a left hand there. Sarethi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steele finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Steele misses with a lunging right hand
and Sarethi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Steele scores with a hook.
Steele throws an overhand right that lands on Sarethi's shoulder, as Sarethi tries to avoid the shot.
Steele swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sarethi.
Sarethi slips under a jab.
A jab from Steele does it's job there.
Steele throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Steele.
Steele takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sarethi lands a two punch combo. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sarethi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Steele.
Steele throws a sloppy head kick and Sarethi moves out of range easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. Steele saw that one coming.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Steele was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steele takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Steele misses with a double jab
and Sarethi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Steele throws a hook but Sarethi avoids it easily.
Sarethi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Steele throws a body kick that misses.
A left lands for Sarethi.#CUT2#Jeez, Stanley Steele's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Steele throws a poor cross that misses
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Salyn Sarethi!
A victorious Salyn Sarethi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 986 Washington vs. Seigel
Date: May 18, 2023

#R1#
Sarethi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sarethi misses with a looping left.
Yuri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sarethi moves away.
Yuri moves out of range as Sarethi throws a body kick.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Yuri.
Yuri tries to clinch up but Sarethi circles away and keeps his distance.
Yuri falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sarethi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Yuri thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yuri scores with the left hand. Sarethi knows he should have avoided that one.
Sarethi looks to throw the jab but Yuri is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Yuri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A punch lands to the side of Sarethi 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Yuri defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Yuri steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sarethi. That one must have hurt.
Yuri moves out of range as Sarethi throws a body kick.
Yuri swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sarethi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Yuri in his tracks.
Yuri slips under a jab.
Yuri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Yuri moves out of range of the body kick from Sarethi.
Yuri keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Yuri takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT#It looks like Stryder Yuri has been cut.#CL2#
Yuri darts in and clinches Sarethi up against the cage.#T2#
Yuri struggles to land a body shot inside as Sarethi controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Sarethi fails to land.
A short uppercut from Yuri.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sarethi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi tries a body shot but Yuri blocks it.
Sarethi blocks a body shot from Yuri.
Sarethi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yuri's coach down at New York Public Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Yuri's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Yuri lands a right hand.
Sarethi blocking some punches.
Sarethi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Yuri misses with some punches.
Yuri fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Yuri breaks from the clinch.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yuri misses the shot to the body.
Sarethi connects with a jab.
Yuri throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sarethi comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! Yuri stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Sarethi is on him like rabid pit bull! Yuri slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Salyn Sarethi!
A relieved looking Salyn Sarethi 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 978 Garcia vs. Wojcik
Date: Apr 26, 2023

#R1#
Sarethi throws a hook but Wayne avoids it easily.
Sarethi throws a jab when Wayne was well out of range.
Wayne drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT2#It looks like Damian Wayne has been cut.
A lazy body kick from Sarethi
and Wayne connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick misses from Sarethi.
Sarethi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sarethi throws a body shot but no joy.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Wayne on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wayne needs to keep his hands up - Sarethi had a free shot at his head there.
Wayne throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sarethi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sarethi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T1#
Wayne takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sarethi misses with a right hand
and Wayne counters with a nice uppercut.
Wayne uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws an off balance right hand
and Wayne counters with a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Sarethi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wayne shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wayne slips a jab from Sarethi.
Sarethi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A nice leg kick from Sarethi, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sarethi scores with a kick to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wayne misses with a body kick. #T2#
Sarethi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Wayne in his tracks.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wayne cracks Sarethi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice cross by Sarethi.
Wayne loads up on a big right hand but Sarethi slips the punch.
Sarethi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wayne with a body shot.
Sarethi throws a poor cross that misses
and Wayne counters with a stiff right hand.
Wayne takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sarethi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sarethi throws a body shot but no joy.
Wayne's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sarethi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wayne scrambles back to his feet.#T3#
Sarethi jabs Wayne right on the nose. Wayne blinks but takes it well.
Sarethi scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#Damian Wayne's cut is getting worse.
Sarethi pounces like a tiger and cracks Wayne with a vicious hook! Wayne is down but not out! Sarethi follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Salyn Sarethi!
A relieved looking Salyn Sarethi 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 968 Hlervu vs. Sitsongrit
Date: Mar 17, 2023

#R1#
Sarethi misses with a wild body shot.
A big left from Soares misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Soares.
Sarethi 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.
Sarethi throws out a loose jab but Soares uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Soares has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sarethi lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Sarethi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A hook to the body from Soares.
Soares goes for a takedown attempt but Sarethi pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've been hearing reports that Soares has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Soares moves out of range.
Soares takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sarethi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Soares throws a lazy uppercut
and Soares takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soares will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
It seemed like Sarethi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilbervan Soares. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Soares tries to clinch but Sarethi is having none of it.
Soares misses with a double jab. #T1#
Soares misses with a left hand
and Sarethi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice defenses there by Sarethi.#KD2#
Sarethi sends Soares crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Sarethi is motioning to the referee to let Soares up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Soares is rocked!
Soares keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sarethi.
An attempted straight right counter from Soares misses the target.
Oh Soares is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD#
Soares shoots in and bounces Sarethi off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Sarethi is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Soares presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Soares seems to have got his legs back now.
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!#BC2#
Sarethi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Sarethi tries to sprawl but Soares drives through with a takedown into half guard.
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.
Sarethi looks like he's trying to stand up.
Soares is looking to take a break and control but Sarethi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Soares uses his free foot to push down on Sarethi's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Sarethi.
Soares breaks from Sarethi's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T2#
Soares looking to control but Sarethi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sarethi is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Soares working the ground and pound effectively. #CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Sarethi wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Soares can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sarethi is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Soares looking to finish Sarethi with some ground and pound. This is bad for Sarethi!
The referee warns Sarethi that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Sarethi is trying to stand.
Soares lands a couple of good shots and Sarethi has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#ROC#Sarethi is rocked!
Soares is loading up with his shots from the back and Sarethi is in big trouble! Sarethi taps out to strikes and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Gilbervan Soares!
Gilbervan Soares very nearly forgot to thank Voodoo Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: SYN 960 Randleman vs. Dinapoli
Date: Feb 22, 2023

#R1#
A left lands for Sarethi.
Sarethi lands the left hand.
Sarethi moves out of range as Lancaster strikes.
Sarethi 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.
Lancaster moves away from the strike by Sarethi.
Sarethi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good shot there by Sarethi.
Sarethi throws out a powerful jab.
Sarethi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lancaster takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sarethi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lancaster swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sarethi. Lancaster does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Sarethi scores with a hook to the body. Lancaster takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sarethi misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Lancaster wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sarethi slips a straight right by Lancaster.
Lancaster takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sarethi throws a jab but it's blocked by Lancaster.
A jab from Lancaster misses.
Sarethi looks to land a right hand but Lancaster moved out of range.
Lancaster on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lancaster takes one to the side of the head.
Sarethi missing with a left hand there. Lancaster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lancaster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T2#
Sarethi misses with a few strikes there.
A swing and a miss from Lancaster.
Lancaster lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarethi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice defenses there by Lancaster.
Lancaster walks into a jab.
Lancaster swings widly with a right hand
and Sarethi counters with a straight right hand.
A big left from Sarethi misses.
Lancaster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sarethi.
Sarethi cracks Lancaster with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T3#
Lancaster drops his hands momentarily and Sarethi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lancaster slips under a jab.
Lancaster throwing a counter right hand but Sarethi manages to avoid it.
Lancaster misses with a right hand
and Sarethi counters with a body kick.
Sarethi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lancaster counters with a one-two to the body. #KD#
Lancaster lands a left and a right that send Sarethi crashing to the mat, dazed. Lancaster thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Sarethi is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot lands for Sarethi.
Sarethi is still on wobbly legs! Can Lancaster finish him?
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sarethi.#ROC2#Lancaster is rocked!
Lancaster lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Sarethi - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Lancaster!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Henry Lancaster!
A relieved looking Henry Lancaster 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 954 Krylov vs. Randleman 4
Date: Jan 29, 2023

#R1#
Sarethi misses with a few strikes there.
Sarethi throws a jab but it's blocked by Tavares.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tavares! But no joy.
Sarethi misses with a hook. Tavares ducked under it nicely.
Tavares looks to score with a jab to the body but Sarethi is just out of range.
Tavares has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sarethi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tavares scoring well with a low kick there.
Tavares fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Sarethi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sarethi misses with a hook. Tavares ducked under it nicely.
Sarethi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tavares sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sarethi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tavares! But no joy.
Sarethi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tavares drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Tavares.
Sarethi moves out of range of the strikes.
Sarethi throwing a counter right hand but Tavares manages to avoid it.
Sarethi missing with a left hand there. Tavares was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tavares looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sarethi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tavares avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tavares ducks under a wild hook from Sarethi.
Sarethi misses with a body shot.
Sarethi cracks Tavares with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tavares takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tavares steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sarethi. That one must have hurt.
Tavares takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tavares throws a counter combo.
Sarethi is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
Tavares blocks a jab.
Sarethi moves away from the strike by Tavares.
Sarethi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tavares throws out a counter right but Sarethi avoids it with no problem.
Tavares throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sarethi scores with a decent looking hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A good leg kick by Sarethi.
Tavares swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sarethi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tavares tries a quick counter leg kick but Sarethi is wise to it.
Sarethi throws the left hand but Tavares avoids the punch easily.
Sarethi with a hook.
The fighters circling - Sarethi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Jab from Sarethi.
A big right from Tavares misses.
Sarethi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tavares slips under a jab from Sarethi.
Tavares looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sarethi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tavares.
Tavares tries to move into range but Sarethi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sarethi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Sarethi.
Tavares throws a low kick, looking for Sarethi's leg but Sarethi calmly moves out of range.
Tavares throws a leg kick but Sarethi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sarethi misses with a hook
and Tavares finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T4#
Tavares throws a jab but it's blocked by Sarethi.
A telegraphed right hand from Sarethi misses the target.
Sarethi walks into a jab.
Sarethi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tavares counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tavares keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tavares tries a quick counter leg kick but Sarethi is wise to it.
Sarethi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tavaress jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tavares ducks under a wild hook from Sarethi.
Sarethi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tavares chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Tavares moves out of range.
Sarethi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sarethi throws a hook but Tavares avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Salyn Sarethi dominated that round.
That's time! Sarethi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Sarethi throws a right hand that misses
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Sarethi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. Tavares saw that one coming.
Tavares replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Sarethi blocks it well.
Tavares throws a jab but it's blocked by Sarethi.
Sarethi misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Tavares was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tavares looks to land a body kick but Sarethi moved away.
Sarethi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tavares can do to turn this around?
Sarethi throws a hook but Tavares avoids it easily.
Salyn Sarethi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tavares misses with a right hand
and Sarethi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tavares.
Tavares walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sarethi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sarethi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tavares misses with a low kick.#T1#
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Tavares counters with a left to the body.
Tavares misses with a looping right.
Sarethi throws a leg kick
letting Tavares counter with a right hand.
Sarethi lands a jab to the head.
Sarethi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sarethi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tavares scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tavares on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sarethi looks to land a right hand but Tavares moved out of range.
Tavares throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
A jab lands there for Sarethi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Tavares connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Tavares.
Sarethi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tavares feints a counter leg kick.
Sarethi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sarethi connects with a single shot there.
Manny Tavares has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tavares staying out of range there.
It seemed like Tavares was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tavares bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sarethi's head.#CUT2#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Sarethi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tavares at a distance.
Tavares with a nice calf kick.
Sarethi misses with a body punch
and Tavares counters with an inside leg kick. #T3#
Sarethi lands with a shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Sarethi.
Sarethi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sarethi throws a lazy body kick
and Tavares cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sarethi catches Tavares with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tavares defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Sarethi throws an overhand right that lands on Tavares's shoulder, as Tavares tries to avoid the shot.
Sarethi thuds a left hand into Tavares's body.
Tavares throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sarethi on the side of the head.
Sarethi throws a right and a left that Tavares avoids nicely. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tavares blocks a jab.
Sarethi walks into a jab.
Tavares uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sarethi.
A countering left hand to the body from Tavares misses.
Tavares misses with a straight left.
Tavares blocks a jab.
Tavares is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tavares throws an overhand right that lands on Sarethi's shoulder, as Sarethi tries to avoid the shot.
Tavares lands a really nice looking cross but Sarethi seems unphased.
Sarethi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tavares circles away quickly and effectively.
Tavares thinks about the counter body kick.
Sarethi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sarethi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tavares under the eye.
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 Salyn Sarethi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Salyn Sarethi's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
A combination from Sarethi does no damage. #KD2#
Tavares lands a big right hand that sends Sarethi crashing to the mat! Tavares stays standing though and waves Sarethi back to his feet!#ROC2#Sarethi is rocked!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sarethi, as that shot connected.
Oh Sarethi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tavares jabs at Sarethi's 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!
Sarethi moves out of range of the body kick.
Sarethi seems to have got his legs back now.
Tavares connects with an inside leg kick.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Tavares moves out of range.
Tavares was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Sarethi misses with a shot to the body
and Tavares counters with a good low kick that Sarethi was not able to check.
Sarethi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tavares Throws a clean left jab. Tavares Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Sarethi's chin! Sarethi crumbles to the ground and Tavares follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Tavares!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Manny Tavares!
An out of breath Manny Tavares thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 944 Maluga vs. Leifsson V
Date: Dec 18, 2022

#R1#
Steele slips a straight right by Sarethi.
Sarethi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sarethi throws a jab but it's blocked by Steele.
Steele with a jab.
Sarethi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steele.
Sarethi scores with a nice head shot.#CUT2#It looks like Stanley Steele has been cut.
Sarethi slips under a jab from Steele.
Sarethi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A jab from Steele misses.
Sarethi throws a counter combo.
Steele doesn't manage to clinch there - Sarethi circles away.
Sarethi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Steele listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Steele keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sarethi.
Steele takes one on the button.
Steele looks for the body kick but Sarethi saw that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarethi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sarethi needs to keep his hands up - Steele had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Steele.
Sarethi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Steele comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Steele punishes Sarethi's body with a nice straight punch.
Sarethi throws a lazy right hand but Steele sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sarethi works the jab nicely.#CL#
Steele moves into the clinch successfully.
Sarethi lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Sarethi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sarethi scores with a jab. Steele acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sarethi misses with a kick to the body.
Steele defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Sarethi finds it's way through Steele's defenses.
Steele uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sarethi has time to react.
Steele is looking to clinch.
Sarethi throws a hook to the side of Steele's head but Steele sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Sarethi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Steele with a nice cross.
Steele tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sarethi swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Steele moves into the clinch successfully.
Steele can't find room to land a body shot as Sarethi controls the action.
Steele using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sarethi has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Steele tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Sarethi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steele lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Steele throws a sloppy body shot
letting Sarethi counter with a right hand.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses.
Sarethi 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.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steele. Sarethi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sarethi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Steele throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sarethi misses with a looping right.
It looked like Steele wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Stanley Steele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steele scores with a hook to the body. Sarethi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sarethi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sarethi looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Steele is looking to slow Sarethi down with leg kicks.
A head kick misses from Steele.
Sarethi blocks a low kick nicely.
Some wild striking there from Steele.
Sarethi unleashes a big counter combination but Steele bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Steele takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Steele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sarethi moves away.
Steele walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Steele is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sarethi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sarethi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steele misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sarethi.
Steele throws a shot from downtown. Sarethi moves away and avoids it.
Sarethi throws a good cross that connects.
Sarethi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Sarethi looks for the body kick but Steele saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Steele uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sarethi.
Sarethi connects with a body shot that sends Steele's belly button to the back.
Steele swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sarethi with a hook.#CUT2#Stanley Steele's cut is getting worse.
Sarethi lands with a good body shot.
Sarethi throws a jab when Steele was well out of range.
A clash of legs there as Steele blocks the low kick.
Steele swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Sarethi to counter with a crisp jab.
Sarethi throws a hook but Steele blocks it.
Steele uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sarethi.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steele rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sarethi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Steele throws a push kick but Sarethi slaps the foot to one side.
Steele misses with a jab to the body
and Sarethi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Salyn Sarethi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Stanley Steele's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Steele shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Steele clinches up with Sarethi and pushes him back against the cage.
Sarethi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Steele with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sarethi trying to control the position but instead, Steele has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sarethi into the cage.
Steele swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sarethi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Sarethi breaks the clinch.
Sarethi cracks Steele with an open hand slap.
Sarethi connects with a crisp jab.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Steele.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Sarethi lands a big uppercut and Steele crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Steele looks OK. Sarethi waves Steele back to his feet!#ROC2#Steele is rocked!#CUT2#Stanley Steele's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steele closes the distance but Sarethi moves to the side
and Sarethi counters with a big left hand that crumples Steele! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Salyn Sarethi!
After winning the bout, Salyn Sarethi thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SYN 940 Maluga vs. Johnson III
Date: Nov 30, 2022

#R1#
A big right from Wayne misses.
Sarethi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wayne let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sarethi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sarethi misses with a two punch combination.
Wayne throws a hook but Sarethi blocks it.
Sarethi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wayne avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wayne moves away from the strike by Sarethi.
It seemed like Wayne was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wayne takes one to the chin there.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wayne throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Wayne ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wayne takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Wayne gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sarethi.#CUT#It looks like Damian Wayne has been cut.
Sarethi misses with a looping left.
A big left from Sarethi misses.
Sarethi digs a good body shot into Wayne's ribs.
Sarethi throws a hook but Wayne blocks it.
Sarethi moves out of range of the leg kick from Wayne.
Wayne slips a straight right by Sarethi.
Sarethi misses with a head kick.
Wayne throws out a counter right but Sarethi avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Sarethi throws a lazy body kick
and Wayne counters with a straight right hand.
Sarethi misses with a looping left.
Wayne is trying to counter with his kicks.
Wayne scores with a head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wayne avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sarethi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sarethi throws a looping overhand right but Wayne ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wayne! But no joy.
Wayne shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wayne scores with a push kick.
Sarethi throws a head kick that Wayne semi-blocks.
Sarethi throws a head kick but Wayne moves out of range.
Wayne follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T3#
Sarethi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wayne counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut.
Wayne walks into a straight right hand from Sarethi.
Wayne getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sarethi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wayne.
Wayne takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sarethi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sarethi missing with a left hand there. Wayne was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Sarethi.
Sarethi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Wayne cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Wayne slips a jab from Sarethi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Wayne.
Sarethi scoring well with a low kick there.
Sarethi steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Wayne. That one must have hurt.
Wayne moves away from the strike by Sarethi.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wayne! But no joy.
Sarethi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wayne.
Wayne doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sarethi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Wayne in his tracks.
Wayne misses with a body shot.
Sarethi throws a poor cross that misses
and Wayne counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wayne rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sarethi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Salyn Sarethi dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Sarethi just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Sarethi does it's job there.
Sarethi misses with a hook
and Wayne counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Wayne drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wayne lands with an uppercut that bounces Sarethi off the cage and back into range.
Wayne throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sarethi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wayne on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi clobbers Wayne with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sarethi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Wayne connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A lazy left from Sarethi finds it's target.#T1#
Sarethi lands with an overhand left.
Sarethi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sarethi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sarethi misses with a left hand
and Wayne counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wayne throws a body punch but Sarethi moves out of range.
Wayne misses the shot to the body.
Sarethi throws a looping overhand right but Wayne ducks down to avoid it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Wayne might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Sarethi has got the better of the exchanges.
A jab lands there for Sarethi.
Wayne takes a kick to the side of the head.
Sarethi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wayne is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sarethi with a body shot.#T2#
Wayne takes one to the chin there.
Sarethi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wayne can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sarethi lands a nice looking body shot.
Sarethi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wayne tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wayne takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jab by Wayne.#ROC2#Sarethi is rocked!
Salyn Sarethi is winning the standup battle so far.
Wayne closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Sarethi! Wayne dives in looking to finish! Sarethi is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Damian Wayne!
An out of breath Damian Wayne thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 934 Benedetti vs. Joad
Date: Oct 22, 2022

#R1#
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sarethi 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.
Baruto Tonissaar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tonissaar connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tonissaar scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sarethi in his tracks.
Sarethi moves out of range of the leg kick from Tonissaar.
Sarethi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a chopping leg kick but Sarethi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tonissaar misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sarethi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sarethi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tonissaar stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sarethi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sarethi looks to throw the jab but Tonissaar is out of range.
Sarethi throws a poor cross that misses
letting Tonissaar counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tonissaar is looking to chop away at Sarethi's legs.
Sarethi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tonissaar takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT2#It looks like Baruto Tonissaar has been cut.
A cross from Tonissaar lands.
Sarethi throws a leg kick which misses Tonissaar's front leg but catches the back leg as Tonissaar tries to avoid it. #T1#
Sarethi walks into a straight right hand from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice shot by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar misses with a hook to the body
and Sarethi counters with a straight right hand.
Sarethi throws a jab when Tonissaar was well out of range.
Nice cross by Sarethi.
Sarethi scores with a hook.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. Tonissaar saw that one coming.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tonissaar moves away from the strike by Sarethi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Sarethi misses the target.
Tonissaar quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Tonissaar just misses with a punch to the body.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tonissaar is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Sarethi blocks it.
Sarethi 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.
Sarethi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Tonissaar defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Tonissaar half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sarethi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tonissaar.
A slow jab from Sarethi misses its intended target.
Tonissaar throws the left hand but Sarethi avoids the punch easily.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
and Tonissaar counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sarethi thinking.
Nice defenses there by Sarethi.
It looks like Tonissaar has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Sarethi slips under a jab.
Sarethi is looking for the big counter here.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the head.
Nice uppercut there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sarethi's sensitive parts.
Tonissaar misses with a left hand
and Sarethi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tonissaar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sarethi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tonissaar scores with a sloppy right hand. Sarethi should have avoided that one. #T3#
Tonissaar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tonissaar swings widly with a right hand
and Sarethi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tonissaar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tonissaar connects with an inside leg kick.
Tonissaar wants to land a leg kick but Sarethi is out of range.
Tonissaar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sarethi unleashes a big counter combination but Tonissaar bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A good leg kick by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar misses the jab.
Sarethi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tonissaar throws a jab but it's blocked by Sarethi.
Tonissaar misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sarethi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tonissaar lands with a straight right. Sarethi didn't see that one coming.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick.
Tonissaar chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sarethi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tonissaar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tonissaar's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sarethi under the eye.#T4#
Sarethi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A good leg kick by Sarethi.
Tonissaar walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sarethi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nice jab there from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws the kick towards the body but Tonissaar avoids it.
Sarethi looks to land a right hand but Tonissaar moved out of range.
Tonissaar uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tonissaar throws a low kick but Sarethi moves out of range easily.
Sarethi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sarethi throws a jab when Tonissaar was well out of range.
Tonissaar defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Tonissaar is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sarethi throws an off balance right hand
and Tonissaar counters with a good low kick that Sarethi was not able to check.
Tonissaar moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#Baruto Tonissaar's cut is getting worse.
Sarethi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Sarethi misses with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baruto Tonissaar dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baruto Tonissaar's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
The fighters circling - Sarethi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Baruto Tonissaar is winning the standup battle so far.
Sarethi throws the kick towards the body but Tonissaar avoids it.
Sarethi tries to bum rush Tonissaar with a series of wild strikes but Tonissaar uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
As Sarethi backs away, Tonissaar returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tonissaar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tonissaar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sarethi manages to avoid it.
Tonissaar gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sarethi.
Tonissaar misses with a right hand
and Sarethi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sarethi throws a poor cross that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a one-two to the body.
Sarethi looks to land a left hand but Tonissaar moved out of range nicely.
Tonissaar scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tonissaar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sarethi can do to turn this around?
Tonissaar throws a lazy right hand but Sarethi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tonissaar misses 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!
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSarethi.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar connects with a jab.
Sarethi lands a front kick.#T1#
Tonissaar misses the shot to the body.
Sarethi counters with a body kick.
Nice body kick there by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar lands with a shot to the body.
Tonissaar lands a jab.
Tonissaar jabs at Sarethi's body.
Tonissaar moves out of range of the body kick from Sarethi.
Tonissaar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a series of punches but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Sarethi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tonissaar throws a combination. Sarethi tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tonissaar misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sarethi throws a jab but it's blocked by Tonissaar.
Sarethi slips a jab from Tonissaar.#T2#
Sarethi throws the left hand but Tonissaar avoids the punch easily.
Sarethi misses with a left hand
and Tonissaar makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Sarethi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Some bone on bone action there as Sarethi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tonissaar cracks Sarethi with a good jab.
Sarethi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tonissaar manages to avoid it.
Tonissaar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sarethi at a distance.
Sarethi misses the jab.
Tonissaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sarethi looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Sarethi might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tonissaar has got the better of the exchanges.
Tonissaar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sarethi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot.
Sarethi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tonissaar throws a poor cross that misses
and Sarethi counters with a straight right hand.
Sarethi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Tonissaar misses with a body punch
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.
Sarethi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tonissaar can pounce on him.
Sarethi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tonissaar throws a good cross that connects.
Tonissaar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tonissaar scores with a nice right hand.
Sarethi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tonissaar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a nice looking combination but Tonissaar bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sarethi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tonissaar throws an overhand right that lands on Sarethi's shoulder, as Sarethi tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Sarethi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a lazy right hand but Tonissaar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tonissaar appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sarethi misses with a shot to the body
and Tonissaar counters with a nice low kick that buckles Sarethi's knee momentarily.
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!
Tonissaar lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sarethi takes one to the chin there.#T4#
Tonissaar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sarethi.
Tonissaar staying out of range there.
Sarethi swings for the body but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Sarethi darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT2#Baruto Tonissaar's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Tonissaar is looking to slow Sarethi down with leg kicks.
Tonissaar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tonissaar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sarethi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tonissaar throws a low kick but Sarethi avoids it.
Sarethi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sarethi cracks Tonissaar with an open hand slap.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sarethi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sarethi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sarethi tries a low kick but Tonissaar avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baruto Tonissaar dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Baruto Tonissaar'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. This is the final round!#R3#
A big left from Sarethi misses.
A quick step to the side and Tonissaar tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sarethi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar connects with a solid leg kick.
Tonissaar clobbers Sarethi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jab by Sarethi.
A telegraphed right hand from Tonissaar misses the target.
Sarethi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tonissaar.
Tonissaar shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sarethi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tonissaar fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sarethi on the side of the head.
Tonissaar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tonissaar 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.
Tonissaar 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.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sarethi. #T1#
Tonissaar moves out of range as Sarethi strikes.
Tonissaar lands a nice shot to the body.
Sarethi takes one to the side of the head.
Tonissaar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tonissaar defending well as Sarethi loads up on a big left hand.
Tonissaar blocks a jab.
Tonissaar throws a quick counter head kick but Sarethi was just out of range.
Tonissaar looks to land a left hand but Sarethi moved out of range nicely.
Tonissaar scores with a nice head shot.
Sarethi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tonissaar throws a poor cross that misses
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.
Tonissaar throws a looping overhand right but Sarethi ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Sarethi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A leg kick checked by Sarethi.
Sarethi drops his hands momentarily and Tonissaar takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tonissaar throws a nice outside leg kick. #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!
Sarethi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick.
Sarethi needs to keep his hands up - Tonissaar had a free shot at his head there.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sarethi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tonissaar connects with an inside leg kick.
Tonissaar throws a poor cross that misses
and Sarethi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tonissaar lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jab by Sarethi.
Tonissaar ducks under a wild hook from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a front kick aimed at Tonissaar's knee but Tonissaar avoids it well.
Sarethi defending well as Tonissaar loads up on a big left hand.
Tonissaar moves out of range of the strikes.
Good standup being displayed there by Sarethi as he connects with a hook.#CUT2#Jeez, Baruto Tonissaar's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.#T3#
A low kick from Tonissaar is predictable there
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.
Sarethi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tonissaar appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tonissaar misses with a head kick.
Tonissaar moves out of range as Sarethi strikes.
Tonissaar uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tonissaar lands a jab.
Tonissaar is looking to slow Sarethi down with leg kicks.
Tonissaar moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tonissaar punishes Sarethi's body with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Sarethi misses.
Tonissaar throws a low kick, looking for Sarethi's leg but Sarethi calmly moves out of range.
Sarethi throws out a counter right but Tonissaar avoids it with no problem.
Tonissaar misses with a hook. Sarethi ducked under it nicely.
Tonissaar fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T4#
Tonissaar takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Good exchange - Tonissaar coming out on top.
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Sarethi is just out of range.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Tonissaar looks to land a combination but Sarethi avoids it well.
Sarethi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tonissaar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tonissaar throws an overhand right that lands on Sarethi's shoulder, as Sarethi tries to avoid the shot.
Tonissaar throws a front kick aimed at Sarethi's knee but Sarethi avoids it well.
Sarethi thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sarethi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tonissaar.
A quick step to the side and Tonissaar tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tonissaar looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tonissaar needs to keep his hands up - Sarethi had a free shot at his head there.
Salyn Sarethi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Salyn Sarethi!
A victorious Salyn Sarethi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 929 Payer vs. Perkele
Date: Sep 21, 2022

#R1#
Sarethi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sarethi throws a looping overhand right but Dambullah ducks down to avoid it.
We've been informed that Sarethi 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.
Dambullah ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sarethi throws a hook but Dambullah avoids it easily.
Dambullah turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dambullah has been working on his boxing with his coaches at CT in the buildup to the fight.
Dambullah throws the left hand but Sarethi avoids the punch easily.
Sarethi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Dambullah throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
and Sarethi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sarethi misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dambullah throws a lazy right hand but Sarethi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dambullah throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sarethi connects with a nice looking jab.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A clash of legs there as Sarethi blocks the low kick.#T1#
Dambullah connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sarethi displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Sarethi scores with the left hand. Dambullah knows he should have avoided that one.
Dambullah has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sarethi finds it's way round the side to connect with Dambullah's head.
Dambullah swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sarethi counters with a nice uppercut.
Dambullah throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sarethi on the side of the head.
Sarethi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD2#
Sarethi cracks Dambullah with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Dambullah looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Sarethi finish him? #ROC2#Dambullah is rocked!
Dambullah throws a jab when Sarethi was well out of range.
Oh Dambullah is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
and Sarethi counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Dambullah! He's just covering up as Sarethi starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

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

Event: SYN 924 Maluga vs CDB
Date: Aug 26, 2022

#R1#
Exotic looks to land a body kick but Sarethi moved away.
Exotic throws a body punch but Sarethi moves out of range.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Exotic ducks under a wild hook from Sarethi.
Exotic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sarethi manages to avoid it.
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Exotic.
Sarethi connects with a single shot there.
Exotic scores with a shot to the body.
Sarethi connects with a right hand. Exotic shakes it off.
Sarethi 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.
Sarethi lands with an uppercut that bounces Exotic off the cage and back into range.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Exotic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sarethi connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Exotic misses the jab.
Exotic drops his hands momentarily and Sarethi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
Exotic avoids the head kick by Sarethi. #CL2#
Sarethi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Exotic tries a body shot but Sarethi blocks it.
Sarethi lands a nice shot to the body.
Exotic struggles to land a body shot inside as Sarethi controls his hands.
Exotic misses with some punches.
Sarethi has Exotic pressed against the cage, preventing Exotic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sarethi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi digs a right hand underneath Exotic's ribcage. Exotic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Exotic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nice body punch from Exotic - that landed with a thud.
Exotic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Exotic blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Exotic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Exotic lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nice uppercut lands for Sarethi. That snapped Exotic's head back.
Sarethi misses with a head kick.
Sarethi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Sarethi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his 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!
Exotic takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sarethi throws a one two combo.
Sarethi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It looked like Exotic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sarethi swinging wildly here. #CL2#
Exotic gets tackled into the cage by Sarethi. Sarethi maintains the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Exotic. #BC#
Exotic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Exotic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sarethi throws a lazy uppercut
and Exotic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Sarethi misses the target. #T3##CL2#
Sarethi clinches.
Sarethi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sarethi gets through Exotic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Exotic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Exotic throws a body shot but no joy.
Exotic scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Exotic stuns Sarethi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sarethi tries to clinch but Exotic moves away
and Exotic counters with a nice uppercut.
Sarethi throws a leg kick but Exotic checks it.
Sarethi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Exotic moves away.
Sarethi is looking to clinch but Exotic is avoiding it.
Sarethi slips under a jab.
Sarethi pushes Exotic away with a front kick.
Exotic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sarethi was well out of range. Poor timing from Exotic.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Sarethi. Exotic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Exotic is looking to counter with head kicks.
Sarethi misses with a jab to the body
and Exotic counters with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Exotic misses with a looping left.
Sarethi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sarethi throws a head kick that misses.
Sarethi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sarethi tries to land a body kick
and Exotic counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A low kick from Sarethi is predictable there
and Exotic counters with a series of strikes. Sarethi will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sarethi misses with a right hand
and Exotic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Exotic misses with an uppercut
and Sarethi counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sarethi looks to land a left hand but Exotic moved out of range nicely.
Sarethi moves to clinch but Exotic breaks away
and Exotic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Sarethi is rocked!
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 Joe Exotic 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#
Exotic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Exotic misses the jab.
Exotic slips a straight right by Sarethi.
Sarethi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Exotic.
Exotic gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL2#
Sarethi drives through and clinches with Exotic against the cage.
Exotic pushes Sarethi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Exotic digs a right hand underneath Sarethi's ribcage. Sarethi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Exotic is looking to break free of the clinch but Sarethi has double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Exotic.
Sarethi keeps control of Exotic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi working aggressively here.
Exotic is looking to break free of the clinch but Sarethi has double underhooks.
Exotic cracks Sarethi with a nice body shot.
Sarethi is breathing heavily.
Sarethi misses with a body punch.
Exotic wants to break free but Sarethi has control.
Sarethi throws a punch but it's blocked by Exotic. #T1#
Exotic is trying to pull guard but Sarethi turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Exotic tries to work over Sarethi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Exotic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Exotic is trying to push Sarethi away but Sarethi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Exotic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut
enabling Exotic to counter with a crisp jab.
Sarethi takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
Sarethi is looking to clinch.
Exotic throws a lazy right hand but Sarethi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Exotic throws the left hand but Sarethi avoids the punch easily.
Exotic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Exotic misses with a shot to the body
and Sarethi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Exotic throws a body shot but no joy.
Sarethi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Exotic with a body shot.
Sarethi moves out of range of the body kick from Exotic. #T2#
Sarethi looks to clinch
and Exotic counters with a head kick. That will keep Sarethi thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
A telegraphed right hand from Exotic misses the target.
Sarethi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sarethi feints and then cracks Exotic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Exotic down. #CL2#
Exotic tries to keep at a distance but Sarethi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Exotic blocks a body shot from Sarethi.
Exotic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Exotic's elbow.
Exotic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi keeps control of Exotic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Exotic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sarethi pushes Exotic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Exotic is trying to force a seperation but Sarethi has the dominant position.
Exotic is trying to break the clinch but Sarethi has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Exotic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Exotic misses with a body shot
and Sarethi counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Sarethi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Exotic.
Sarethi wants to clinch up but Exotic keeps it at a distance.
Exotic is looking to counter punch.
Exotic misses with a wild body shot.
Sarethi misses the shot to the body.
Sarethi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Exotic throws a head kick but Sarethi moves out of range.
Sarethi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Exotic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sarethi scores with a punch to the head.
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Exotic.
Sarethi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Exotic throws a jab but it's blocked by Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a hook to the side of Exotic's head but Exotic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Exotic throws a head kick but Sarethi moves out of range. #T4##CL2#
Sarethi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Exotic is trying to break free.
Exotic lands a right hand.
Sarethi has a couple of punches blocked by Exotic.
Exotic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Exotic.
Sarethi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Exotic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sarethi has him pressed against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sarethi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Exotic is trying to break free.
Exotic throws a head punch that misses.
Exotic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sarethi scores with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Sarethi - that landed with a thud.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sarethi.
Exotic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sarethi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Salyn Sarethi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Salyn Sarethi's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3##CL2#
Sarethi clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Sarethi.
A nice right hand lands inside from Exotic.
A left hand lands to the body for Sarethi.
Exotic tries to break the clinch but Sarethi is controlling the position.
A nice left hand lands by Sarethi.
Exotic misses with a body punch.
Exotic is looking to break free of the clinch but Sarethi has double underhooks. #BC#
Exotic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Exotic throws an off balance right hand
and Sarethi counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab lands there for Exotic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sarethi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sarethi swinging wildly here.
Exotic blocks a leg kick.
Sarethi connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Exotic throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Exotic misses with a wild body shot.
Exotic avoids the head kick by Sarethi.
Exotic is looking to counter with head kicks.
Exotic scores with a push kick.
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Exotic.
Exotic throws a body kick that misses.
Sarethi feints a counter leg kick.
Sarethi thuds a left hand into Exotic's body.
Exotic throws a leg kick
and Sarethi counters with a straight right hand.
Exotic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Exotic blocks a head kick by Sarethi.
Exotic throws a head kick that misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Exotic. #T2#
Sarethi lands with an uppercut that bounces Exotic off the cage and back into range.
Exotic misses with a hook
and Sarethi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Exotic tries to land a front kick but Sarethi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Exotic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sarethi.
Exotic lunges at Sarethi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sarethi's hand.
A nice leg kick from Exotic, right into the meat of the thigh.
Exotic misses with a kick to the body.
As Exotic backs off Sarethi throws a huge counter combo but Exotic manages to avoid it all.
Exotic misses with a hook. Sarethi ducked under it nicely.
Exotic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sarethi throws out a counter right but Exotic avoids it with no problem.
Sarethi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Exotic. That did some damage!#T3#
Exotic stuns Sarethi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Sarethi moves into the clinch.
Sarethi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sarethi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Exotic's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Exotic.
Exotic wants to break free but Sarethi has control.
Exotic is trying to push Sarethi away but Sarethi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A head punch on the inside from Exotic fails to land.
Exotic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Exotic blocks a body shot from Sarethi.
Exotic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sarethi.
Sarethi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Exotic tries to throw a body punch but Sarethi avoids it by throwing Exotic back against the cage. #BC#
Exotic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Exotic.
Exotic misses the body punch
and Sarethi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Sarethi looks to land a left hand but Exotic moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Exotic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sarethi.
Sarethi lands a high kick!
Sarethi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Exotic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sarethi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Exotic on the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Sarethi.
A counter left hand to the body from Exotic misses its target.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sarethi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Exotic was well out of range. Poor timing from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Sarethi lands the left hand.
Sarethi avoids the head kick by Exotic.
Sarethi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Exotic throws a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Salyn Sarethi just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Salyn Sarethi's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Sarethi avoids the body shot from Exotic.
Joe Exotic is winning the standup battle so far.
Exotic looks to score with a jab to the body but Sarethi is just out of range.#CL2#
Exotic gets tackled into the cage by Sarethi. Sarethi maintains the clinch.
Sarethi lands a body shot.
Sarethi can't find room to land a body shot as Exotic controls the action.
Exotic blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Sarethi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sarethi throws a hook but Exotic avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sarethi. Exotic does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circling - Sarethi 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.
Exotic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sarethi throws a lazy head kick
and Exotic counters with a body kick.
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Exotic.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sarethi.#T1#
Donk. Sarethi catches Exotic right on the button with a cross.
Sarethi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sarethi misses with an uppercut.
Sarethi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sarethi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Exotic connects with a nice looking jab.
Sarethi sizes up Exotic with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sarethi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Exotic throws a head kick that misses.
Exotic lands with a thumping leg kick.
Exotic scores with a nice body kick. #T2#
Sarethi thuds his right hand into Exotic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sarethi lands a really nice looking cross but Exotic seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Exotic misses with a double jab
and Sarethi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sarethi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Sarethi pushes Exotic up against the cage in a clinch.
Sarethi lands with a light punch inside.
Exotic digs a right hand underneath Sarethi's ribcage. Sarethi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sarethi is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#BC#
Exotic breaks the clinch.
Exotic with a nice cross.
Exotic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sarethi slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sarethi. Exotic does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Sarethi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Exotic throws a solid leg kick but Sarethi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Exotic.
Exotic cracks Sarethi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Exotic looks to land a left hand but Sarethi moved out of range nicely.
Exotic blocks a jab.
Exotic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sarethi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Exotic looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Exotic loads up on a big right hand but Sarethi slips the punch.
Exotic lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sarethi takes a step back to recover.
Exotic throws an overhand right that lands on Sarethi's shoulder, as Sarethi tries to avoid the shot.
Exotic looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sarethi looks to land a right hand but Exotic moved out of range.#T4#
Sarethi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Exotic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sarethi.
Sarethi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Exotic moves away.
Exotic lands a body shot.
Sarethi slips under a jab from Exotic.
Exotic misses with a head kick.
Exotic moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSarethi.
Exotic throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sarethi's 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!
Exotic is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Exotic gets tackled into the cage by Sarethi. Sarethi maintains the clinch.
A short left from Sarethi. #BC#
Exotic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Exotic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Exotic misses the shot to the body.
Sarethi is looking for the big counter here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Salyn Sarethi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Salyn Sarethi's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Exotic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sarethi moves away.
Sarethi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sarethi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sarethi moves out of range as Exotic throws a body kick.
Exotic misses with a left hand
and Sarethi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sarethi slips under a jab from Exotic.
Sarethi ducks right into an uppercut from Exotic.
Exotic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Exotic checks a leg kick.
Exotic blocks a head kick by Sarethi.
Exotic bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sarethi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Exotic goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sarethi throws a right hand that misses
and Exotic counters with a nice kick to the body.
Exotic throws a body kick that misses
and Exotic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sarethi tries a head kick but it misses.
Exotic misses with an attempted mid kick.
Exotic connects with a high kick.
Sarethi is still on wobbly legs! Can Exotic finish him?
Exotic connects with a crisp jab.
Exotic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Exotic cracks Sarethi with a hook to the temple - Sarethi is on wobbly legs here! Exotic swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Sarethi falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Exotic wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Joe Exotic!
After winning the bout, Joe Exotic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SYN 918 Tax Payer vs. Gracie
Date: Jul 27, 2022

#R1#
Sarethi tries to land a front kick but Escalante steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We've been informed that Sarethi 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.
Escalante walks into a jab.
Sarethi jabs Escalante right on the nose. Escalante blinks but takes it well.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice body punch from Sarethi.
Escalante takes one to the side of the head.
Sarethi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Escalante scores with a nice body kick.
Escalante fails with an attempt to clinch.
Escalante tries a head kick but it misses.
Sarethi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2#
Escalante gets tackled into the cage by Sarethi. Sarethi maintains the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sarethi misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Sarethi breaks the clinch.
Sarethi circles away from the clinch attempt
and Sarethi counters with an outside leg kick.
Sarethi lands a leg kick that knocks Escalante off balance momentarily.
Sarethi ducks under a wild hook from Escalante.
Sarethi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Escalante.#T1#
Sarethi with a nice calf kick.
Escalante misses with a low kick as Sarethi jumps back.
Sarethi lands with a shot to the body.
Escalante cracks Sarethi with a good jab.
Escalante blocks a head kick by Sarethi.
Escalante throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sarethi.
Escalante slips a jab and a cross from Sarethi.
Sarethi lands a glancing blow to the side of Escalante's head.
Sarethi tries a head kick but it misses.
Escalante tries to land a leg kick but Sarethi saw it coming and moves away.
Sarethi lands a jab to the nose.
Escalante tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sarethi walks into a stiff left hand from Escalante.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sarethi misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Sarethi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sarethi tries to work over Escalante's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sarethi. #T2#
Sarethi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Escalante can't find room to land a body shot as Sarethi controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Escalante.
Escalante scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sarethi prevents a body shot from Escalante.
Escalante lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Sarethi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Escalante.
Escalante struggles to land a body shot inside as Sarethi controls his hands.
Sarethi avoids the elbow strike from Escalante, against the cage.
Escalante blocks a body shot from Sarethi.
Escalante throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Sarethi avoids the elbow strike from Escalante, against the cage.
Sarethi misses with a body punch.
Sarethi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sarethi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sarethi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sarethi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Escalante tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sarethi's elbow.
Escalante's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Sarethi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sarethi lands a shoulder strike.
Escalante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Escalante takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Sarethi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sarethi works on Escalante's body with a couple of short punches.
Escalante looking to slow down the pace here.
Escalante misses with a punch to the body.
Escalante lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sarethi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Escalante misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sarethi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Escalante's elbow.
Escalante is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sarethi is defending well for now.
A right handed body shot lands from Escalante.
Sarethi blocks the elbow strike. #T4#
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Escalante tries to work over Sarethi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Sarethi on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Escalante.
Escalante lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sarethi backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters up against the cage, Escalante throws an elbow but misses.
Escalante misses with the head strike.
Escalante lands an elbow just above Sarethi 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Salyn Sarethi has been cut.
A shot in the inside from Sarethi.
Sarethi throws a punch but it's blocked by Escalante.
Sarethi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Escalantes head.
Escalante throws an elbow that misses.
Escalante doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Escalante fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sarethi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Escalante lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Sarethi gets through Escalante's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sarethi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sarethi avoids the elbow strike from Escalante, against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Salyn Sarethi dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Salyn Sarethi's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Escalante keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Escalante has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Sarethi.
Sarethi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Escalante.#CL#
Escalante closes the distance and pushes Sarethi back into the cage.
Nice body punch from Escalante - that landed with a thud.
Escalante blocks a body shot from Sarethi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Escalante.
Sarethi misses with a punch on the inside.
Escalante prevents a body shot from Sarethi.
Escalante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escalante comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Sarethi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sarethi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Escalante taking a breather.
Sarethi blocks an elbow strike.
A right hand to the body from Sarethi.
Escalante lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Escalante tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sarethi's elbow. #T1#
Sarethi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Escalante creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Sarethi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sarethi scores with a shot to the side of Escalante's head.
Sarethi avoids a wild elbow strike from Escalante.
Salyn Sarethi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Escalante throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Escalante tries a body shot but Sarethi blocks it.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Escalante pushes Sarethi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sarethi scores with a hook to the body.
Escalante scores with a nice hook to the head.
Escalante pushes off an throws an elbow but Sarethi leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Escalante tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good body shot from Sarethi.
Sarethi lands with a short shot to the head.
Sarethi swings wildly with an uppercut but Escalante uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T2#
Sarethi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Escalante working aggressively here.
Escalante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escalante throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Our sources have told us that Escalante has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Escalante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escalante tries to stall but Sarethi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Sarethi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sarethi lands a shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Sarethi.
Escalante throws an elbow that misses.
A short left from Sarethi.
Escalante softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Escalante misses with some punches.
Sarethi blocks an elbow strike.
Escalante throws an elbow but it misses.
Sarethi scores with a shot to the side of Escalante's head.
Sarethi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sarethi gets through Escalante's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Sarethi lands a shoulder strike.
Escalante misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Sarethi.
Escalante misses with some punches.
Sarethi lands with a short shot to the head.
Sarethi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Escalante throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Sarethi - that landed with a thud.
Escalante blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sarethi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Escalante backwards.
A shot in the inside from Sarethi.
Escalante tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Sarethi.
Escalante takes a shot to the head.
Escalante misses with an elbow strike.
Escalante misses with a punch on the inside.
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!
Sarethi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Escalante working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Sarethi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Escalante.
Sarethi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Escalante can't find room to land a body shot as Sarethi controls the action.
With the fighters up against the cage, Escalante throws an elbow but misses.
Escalante creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Escalante struggles to land a body shot inside as Sarethi controls his hands.
Escalante pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Escalante's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sarethi misses with the head strike.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Escalante tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sarethi's elbow.
Sarethi is working Escalante over against the cage.
Escalante looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Escalante tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sarethi.
Sarethi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Sarethi 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.

Salyn Sarethi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Salyn Sarethi's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Sarethi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Escalante scores with a sloppy right hand. Sarethi should have avoided that one.
Escalante connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Escalante moves out of range as Sarethi strikes.
Escalante thumps Sarethi with a low kick.
Sarethi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sarethi misses with a straight left.
Sarethi just misses with a punch to the body.
Escalante throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sarethi avoids it.
Escalante misses with a two punch combination.
Sarethi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Escalante moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Escalante rushes Sarethi and presses him up against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sarethi.
Escalante misses with a hook from the clinch.
Escalante misses with a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sarethi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Escalante on the inside.
Escalante blocking some punches. #T1#
Sarethi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sarethi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Escalante backwards.
Sarethi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sarethi lands a body punch.
Sarethi pushes Escalante back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sarethi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sarethi blocks an elbow strike.
Sarethi throws a punch but it's blocked by Escalante.
Sarethi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Escalante backwards.
Sarethi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sarethi can't find room to land a body shot as Escalante controls the action.
Escalante lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Sarethi.
Escalante working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Sarethi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sarethi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Escalante goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Salyn Sarethi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Escalante throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sarethi misses with some punches.
Escalante misses with a short punch on the inside.
Escalante can't find room to land a body shot as Sarethi controls the action.
Escalante can't find room to land a body shot as Sarethi controls the action.
Sarethi blocks an uppercut.
Escalante throws an elbow that misses.
Escalante wants to stall.
Escalante misses with some punches.
Escalante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escalante misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vicente Escalante has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Escalante lands a body shot.
Escalante tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Escalante throws a punch but it's blocked by Sarethi.
Escalante misses with a hook from the clinch.
Escalante throws an elbow that misses.
Escalante looking to throw knees to the head but Sarethi is blocking nicely.
Nice body punch from Sarethi.
Escalante looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Escalante misses with a body punch.
Escalante misses with some punches.
Escalante misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Escalante.
Escalante misses with an elbow over the top.#T4#
Escalante pushes off an throws an elbow but Sarethi leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Escalante goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Escalante.
Nice body punch from Escalante.
Escalante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escalante throws an elbow that misses.
Sarethi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Escalante tries a body shot but Sarethi blocks it.
Escalante throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Escalante misses with a body punch.
Escalante trying to land knees to the body.
Escalante manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vicente Escalante showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sarethi 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Salyn Sarethi!
A victorious Salyn Sarethi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Vicente Escalante was interviewed post fight and said 'I yam what I yam...that's all I yam.'.

Event: SYN 909 Pawlik vs. Duvernay
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1#
Nice body punch from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dotsenko 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.
Marceau uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a big shot that misses.
Dotsenko walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Marceau checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dotsenko swings widly with a right hand
and Marceau counters with a straight right hand.
We've been informed that Dotsenko 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.
Dotsenko misses with a left hand
and Marceau counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dotsenko attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Marceau avoids the body shot from Dotsenko.
Marceau slips under a jab from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marceau throws a hook but Dotsenko blocks it.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marceau's head backwards.
Marceau moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dotsenko misses with a straight right.
Marceau swings widly with a right hand
and Dotsenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marceau definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Marceau is just out of range.
Marceau takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dotsenko.
Marceau throws a shot from downtown. Dotsenko moves away and avoids it.
Dotsenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Marceau with a body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dotsenko.
Marceau misses with a looping left.
Dotsenko misses with a right hand
and Marceau connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marceau looks to land a right hand but Dotsenko moved out of range.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marceau scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marceau throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut. Marceau saw that one coming.
Dotsenko sizes up Marceau with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marceau.#T2#
Dotsenko throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Marceau to counter with a crisp jab.
Dotsenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Marceau has time to react.
Marceau uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dotsenko.
A lazy left from Dotsenko finds it's target.
Dotsenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marceau.
Marceau on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dotsenko tests Marceau's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dotsenko looks to land a left hand but Marceau moved out of range nicely.
An inside leg kick lands from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dotsenko missing with a left hand there. Marceau was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A swing and a miss from Marceau.
A telegraphed right hand from Marceau misses the target. #T3#
Dotsenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Good exchange - Dotsenko coming out on top.
Dotsenko misses the body punch
and Marceau counters with a straight right hand.
Marceau looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dotsenko misses with a hook
and Marceau counters with a straight right hand.
Marceau scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dotsenko cracks Marceau with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#KD#
Marceau cracks Dotsenko with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Marceau has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Dotsenko to stand back up!#ROC#Dotsenko is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Artem Dotsenko has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dotsenko is holding his hands too far apart here. Marceau throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Dotsenko is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jean-Claude Marceau!
A victorious Jean-Claude Marceau thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 904 Krylov vs. Randleman
Date: Jun 05, 2022

#R1#
Dotsenko works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dambullah slips a straight right by Dotsenko.
A jab from Dambullah misses.
Dotsenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dambullah looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dotsenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dambullah throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Dambullah keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dotsenko definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dotsenko throws a hook but Dambullah avoids it easily.
Dambullah 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.
Dotsenko slips under a jab from Dambullah.
Dotsenko misses with a straight right.
Dotsenko connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dambullah walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dotsenko sizes up Dambullah with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dambullah avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dambullah throws a body punch but Dotsenko moves out of range. #T1#
Dotsenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dotsenko.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dotsenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dotsenko scores with a shot to the body.
Dambullah displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dotsenko throws out the jab.
Dambullah takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dotsenko scores with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dotsenko lands an overhand right.
Dambullah swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dambullah needs to keep his hands up - Dotsenko had a free shot at his head there.
Dotsenko defending well as Dambullah loads up on a big left 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!
Dambullah has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dotsenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Dambullah's head.
Dotsenko lands a jab to the head.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Dambullah.#T2#
Dotsenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Dambullah counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dotsenko throws out a powerful jab.
Dotsenko sizes up Dambullah with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dotsenko fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dambullah on the side of the head.
Dotsenko misses with a right hand
and Dambullah counters with a right hand to the body.
Dotsenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dambullah appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dambullah moves away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Dotsenko - that will leave a mark!
Dotsenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Dambullah counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dotsenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dambullah. That did some damage!
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Dambullah does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dambullah was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dambullah slips a jab from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T3#
Dotsenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Dambullah counters with a thumping low kick.
Dambullah throws a jab when Dotsenko was well out of range.
Dotsenko checks a leg kick.
Dotsenko tried to counter with a leg kick but Dambullah avoided it.
Dambullah plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Artem Dotsenko has been cut.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Dambullah 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.
Dotsenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dambullah misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dotsenko appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dotsenko lands with a straight right. Dambullah didn't see that one coming.
Dambullah takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A jab from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko misses with the combination. #T4#
Dotsenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dambullah was well out of range. Poor timing from Dotsenko.
Dambullah throws a hook to the side of Dotsenko's head but Dotsenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dambullah connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dotsenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dambullah doesn't seem bothered though.
Good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dotsenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dambullah misses with a low kick.
A big left from Dambullah misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dambullah throws a jab when Dotsenko was well out of range.
Dambullah swings for the body but Dotsenko moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Artem Dotsenko dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Artem Dotsenko's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dambullah pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dotsenko looks to land a right hand but Dambullah moved out of range.
Dotsenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dambullah wants to land a leg kick but Dotsenko is out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Dambullah.
Dotsenko throws a solid leg kick but Dambullah takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dotsenko.
Dotsenko slips under a jab.
A slow jab from Dotsenko misses its intended target.
Nice uppercut lands for Dotsenko. That snapped Dambullah's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dotsenko scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dambullah.
The fighters circling - Dotsenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by Dambullah.
Dotsenko buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Dotsenko blocks a head kick by Dambullah.
Dambullah looks to land a body kick but Dotsenko moved away.
Dotsenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dambullah can do to turn this around?
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dambullah doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dambullah throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dotsenko cracks Dambullah with an open hand slap.
Dotsenko paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Artem Dotsenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Dotsenko fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dotsenko takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dambullah has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dotsenko throws a predictable looking body shot
and Dambullah counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dambullah throws out the jab.
Dotsenko works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dotsenko with the inside leg kick.
Nice cross by Dotsenko.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dotsenko turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Dambullah does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko misses with a left hand
and Dambullah connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dambullah keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dambullah.
Dotsenko avoids the head kick by Dambullah.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Dambullah might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Dotsenko has got the better of the exchanges.
Dotsenko connects with a crisp jab.
Dambullah takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dotsenko lands with a cross.
A leg kick checked by Dambullah.
It seemed like Dambullah was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dotsenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dambullah throws a head kick but Dotsenko moves out of range.
Dambullah moves out of range as Dotsenko strikes.
Dotsenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Dambullah counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Dotsenko throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dambullah.
Dotsenko swings for the body but Dambullah moves out of range.
Dambullah moves out of range of the strikes.
Dambullah misses with a low kick.
Dambullah takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dotsenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
A counter left hand to the body from Dotsenko misses its target.
Dambullah staying out of range there.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dambullah throws out the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Dotsenko misses the target.
Dambullah's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Dotsenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Dambullah counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dambullah lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
A jab from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Dambullah throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dotsenko thuds a left hand into Dambullah's body.
Dotsenko swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dambullah counters with a nice leg kick.
Dotsenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dambullah's sensitive parts.
Dambullah checks the leg kick.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dambullah uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
Dotsenko staying out of range there.
Dotsenko with a nice calf kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Artem Dotsenko dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Artem Dotsenko's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Decent striking displayed by Dotsenko there.
Dambullah takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
Dambullah now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dotsenko throws a looping overhand right but Dambullah ducks down to avoid it.
Dambullah rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Dotsenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Dotsenko throws a lazy right hand but Dambullah sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
Good work by Dotsenko as he checks the leg kick.
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dambullah drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut.
Dambullah takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dambullah avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dotsenko cracks Dambullah with a good jab.#T1#
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dambullah throws out the jab.
Dotsenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dambullah connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dotsenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dambullah was well out of range. Poor timing from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko missing with a left hand there. Dambullah was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dotsenko connects with a crisp jab.
Dambullah swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dambullah staying out of range there.
Dambullah connects with a right hand. Dotsenko shakes it off.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Dambullah moves out of range.
Dambullah throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Dotsenko scores with the left hand. Dambullah knows he should have avoided that one.
Papa Moosh Dambullah has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Artem Dotsenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Dambullah walks into a stiff left hand from Dotsenko.
Dambullah needs to keep his hands up - Dotsenko had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dambullah.
Dotsenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Dambullah counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab lands there for Dotsenko.
Dotsenko connects with a looping right hand.
Dotsenko ducks under a wild hook from Dambullah.
Dambullah takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dambullah misses with a leg kick
and Dotsenko counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dotsenko lands with a good body shot.
Dotsenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dambullah throws out a loose jab but Dotsenko uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Dambullah tries to land a leg kick but Dotsenko saw it coming and moves away.
A good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Dambullah loads up on a big right hand but Dotsenko slips the punch.
Dambullah displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dotsenko throws out the jab.
Dotsenko scores with a hook.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick which misses Dambullah's front leg but catches the back leg as Dambullah tries to avoid it.
Dotsenko throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dambullah throws a body punch but Dotsenko moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Dotsenko - just one landing.
Dotsenko slips a jab from Dambullah.
Dotsenko motions for Dambullah to come forward. Dotsenko throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dambullah now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by Dambullah.
Dotsenko works Dambullah's body with a nice hook.#T4#
A big left from Dotsenko misses.
Dambullah misses with a low kick.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.
Dambullah throws out a counter right but Dotsenko avoids it with no problem.
A shot to the liver by Dotsenko. Beautiful body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Dotsenko. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dotsenko.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Dambullah is just out of range.
Dotsenko moves away from the strike by Dambullah.
Dambullah misses with a straight right.
Dotsenko stuns Dambullah with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dotsenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dambullah checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Dotsenko walks into a straight right hand from Dambullah.
Dotsenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artem Dotsenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dotsenko 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SYN 895 Caunt vs. Sitsongrit
Date: May 01, 2022

#R1#
Dotsenko cracks Crosby with a good jab.
Dotsenko throws out a loose jab but Crosby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dotsenko misses with a head kick.
The crowd cheers as Dotsenko lands an impressive looking overhand right. Crosby doesn't seem phased though.
Dotsenko connects with a jab.
A left lands for Dotsenko.
Crosby changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko scores with a jab.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Crosby was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a straight left.
Dotsenko takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT#It looks like Artem Dotsenko has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD#
Crosby lands a big uppercut and Dotsenko crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Dotsenko looks OK. Crosby waves Dotsenko back to his feet!
Dotsenko lunges at Crosby with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Crosby's hand.
Dotsenko misses with a body punch
and Crosby counters with a huge left! Dotsenko is in big trouble! He's backing up but Crosby isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Dotsenko from any more damage. A dominating finish by Crosby!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dany Crosby!
An out of breath Dany Crosby thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 888 Sonni vs. Gustafson
Date: Mar 26, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko misses the jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tonissaar paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've been informed that Dotsenko 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.
Tonissaar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tonissaar slips a jab from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dotsenko scores with a jab to the body.
Tonissaar gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dotsenko scores with a shot to the body.
Tonissaar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Good leg kick by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dotsenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dotsenko takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tonissaar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dotsenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A telegraphed right hand from Tonissaar misses the target.
Tonissaar throws the kick towards the body but Dotsenko avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Dotsenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tonissaar tries a head kick but it misses.
Dotsenko slips a jab from Tonissaar.#T1#
Dotsenko gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a jab when Dotsenko was well out of range.
Tonissaar avoids the body shot from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko connects with a high kick. #CUT2#It looks like Baruto Tonissaar has been cut.
Dotsenko missing with a left hand there. Tonissaar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tonissaar scores with a nice head shot.
Tonissaar takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dotsenko throws a body kick that misses.
Tonissaar bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dotsenko's head backwards.
A slow jab from Dotsenko misses its intended target.
Tonissaar is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A nice leg kick from Tonissaar, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko thumps Tonissaar with a low 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!
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but Dotsenko sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but Dotsenko sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tonissaar moves away from the strike by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a hook but Tonissaar blocks it.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tonissaar feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T2#
That kick from Dotsenko tenderised Tonissaar's leg. Tonissaar is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tonissaar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tonissaar moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jab by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko throws an overhand right that lands on Tonissaar's shoulder, as Tonissaar tries to avoid the shot.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko looks to land a left hand but Tonissaar moved out of range nicely.
Dotsenko connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tonissaar momentarily.
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
The fighters circling - Dotsenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A counter left hand to the body from Tonissaar misses its target.
Tonissaar is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tonissaar throws out the jab.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
Dotsenko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tonissaar scores with a body shot.
Dotsenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Tonissaar's ribcage but misses.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dotsenko throws an overhand right that lands on Tonissaar's shoulder, as Tonissaar tries to avoid the shot.
Tonissaar throws a counter high kick but Dotsenko was just alert enough to avoid it.#T3#
Dotsenko misses with a hook. Tonissaar ducked under it nicely.
Dotsenko loads up on a big right hand but Tonissaar slips the punch.
Dotsenko tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dotsenko throws a wild body kick that Tonissaar sees coming a mile off.
Tonissaar with a hook.
Tonissaar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dotsenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dotsenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dotsenko throws an off balance right hand
and Tonissaar counters with a straight right hand.
Tonissaar misses with a straight right.
A shot to the body from Tonissaar misses
and Dotsenko counters with a good, hard body kick but Tonissaar shrugs it off.
Dotsenko blocks a jab.
Dotsenko throws a right hand that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Tonissaar is looking to counter punch.
Tonissaar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tonissaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tonissaar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tonissaar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dotsenko thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Tonissaar moves out of range as Dotsenko strikes.
Jab from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick.
Dotsenko throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tonissaar moves away from the strike by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar throwing a counter right hand but Dotsenko manages to avoid it.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.
Tonissaar feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dotsenko misses with a hook.
Tonissaar slips a jab from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar connects with a body shot that sends Dotsenko's belly button to the back.
Tonissaar moves out of range as Dotsenko strikes.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Dotsenko avoids it easily.
Dotsenko feints a counter leg kick.
Dotsenko finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dotsenko checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tonissaar to score with a decent uppercut.
Dotsenko with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tonissaar to score with a decent uppercut.
Tonissaar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dotsenko scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dotsenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tonissaar.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Artem Dotsenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Baruto Tonissaar'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#
Nice shot lands for Dotsenko.
Dotsenko wants to land a leg kick but Tonissaar is out of range.
Tonissaar throws a head kick that misses.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko throws a big shot that misses.
Tonissaar missing with a left hand there. Dotsenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Dotsenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dotsenko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tonissaar throws a jab when Dotsenko was well out of range.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dotsenko takes one on the button.
A big left from Dotsenko misses.
Tonissaar throws out a powerful jab.
Tonissaar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tonissaar lands a nice hook to Dotsenko's body. Dotsenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sloppy strikes from Tonissaar. Those never looked like landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tonissaar crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Dotsenko - the referee stops the clock and Tonissaar gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Dotsenko. Tonissaar manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tonissaar throws a right hand that misses
and Dotsenko counters with a head kick.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dotsenko jabs Tonissaar to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Dotsenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tonissaar throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tonissaar throws a head kick that misses.
Dotsenko ducks under a wild hook from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko throws a poor cross that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dotsenko 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.
Tonissaar wants to slow Dotsenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tonissaar moves away.
Tonissaar throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dotsenko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tonissaar lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tonissaar slips under a jab from Dotsenko.
A big right from Tonissaar misses.
Dotsenko scores with a leg kick.
Tonissaar slips under a jab.
A leg kick checked by Dotsenko.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tonissaar's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dotsenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tonissaar scrambles back to his feet.
Dotsenko takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tonissaar on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Dotsenko avoids it easily.
Tonissaar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tonissaar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tonissaar with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dotsenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Dotsenko's head.
Dotsenko displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tonissaar ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko lands a body shot.
Tonissaar takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tonissaar avoids the body shot from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dotsenko connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dotsenko missing with a left hand there. Tonissaar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tonissaar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tonissaar digs a good hook to Dotsenko's body. #T3#
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick.
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tonissaar connects with a solid leg kick.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Dotsenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tonissaar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dotsenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dotsenko connects with a solid leg kick.
Dotsenko misses with a looping right.
Tonissaar tried to counter with a leg kick but Dotsenko avoided it.
Tonissaar looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tonissaar walks into a jab.
Dotsenko lands a body shot.
Dotsenko lands the left hand.
Jab by Dotsenko.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dotsenko cracks Tonissaar with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dotsenko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tonissaar lands a body shot. #T4#
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Dotsenko is just out of range.
Dotsenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tonissaar was well out of range. Poor timing from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar sizes up Dotsenko with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tonissaar fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tonissaar's corner calls for a 1-2. Tonissaar obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut
and Tonissaar counters with a nice body shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Dotsenko.
Tonissaar attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tonissaar misses with a looping left.
Dotsenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tonissaar's sensitive parts.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dotsenko takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tonissaar cracks Dotsenko with a right hand to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Dotsenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tonissaar tries a head kick but it misses.
Dotsenko misses the jab.
Dotsenko lands the left hand.
Dotsenko connects with the 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 Baruto Tonissaar will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Baruto Tonissaar's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tonissaar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Tonissaar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dotsenko counters with a left to the body.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut
and Tonissaar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick that knocks Tonissaar off balance momentarily.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Tonissaar's ribcage but misses.
Dotsenko thuds his right hand into Tonissaar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tonissaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dotsenko.
A telegraphed right hand from Tonissaar misses the target.
Dotsenko throws a hook but Tonissaar blocks it.
Dotsenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dotsenko lands with a shot to the body.
Tonissaar cracks Dotsenko with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tonissaar scores with a body shot.
Tonissaar misses with a hook. Dotsenko ducked under it nicely.
Dotsenko misses with a hook. Tonissaar ducked under it nicely.
Tonissaar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dotsenko.#T1#
Dotsenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Tonissaar to counter with a crisp jab.
Tonissaar blocks a head kick by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko motions for Tonissaar to come forward. Dotsenko throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dotsenko lands a jab.
Tonissaar swings for the body but Dotsenko moves out of range.
Tonissaar connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dotsenko momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko loads up on a big right hand but Tonissaar slips the punch.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko slips a jab from Tonissaar.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dotsenko.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tonissaar.
Dotsenko takes a kick to the side of the head.
Donk. Tonissaar catches Dotsenko right on the button with a cross.
A jab from Dotsenko does it's job there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dotsenko feints and then cracks Tonissaar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tonissaar down.
Tonissaar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dotsenko let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
Dotsenko checks a leg kick.
Dotsenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A swing and a miss from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tonissaar moves out of range of the strikes.
Dotsenko misses with a leg kick
and Tonissaar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick that knocks Tonissaar off balance momentarily.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tonissaar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tonissaar fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dotsenko on the side of the head.
Dotsenko misses with a hook. Tonissaar ducked under it nicely.
Tonissaar takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A punch lands to the side of Dotsenko 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tonissaar scores with a nice strike.
Dotsenko throws a front kick aimed at Tonissaar's knee but Tonissaar avoids it well.
Dotsenko missing with a left hand there. Tonissaar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dotsenko blocks a jab.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Tonissaar. #T3#
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Dotsenko is just out of range.
Tonissaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko misses with a straight left.
As Dotsenko backs away, Tonissaar returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tonissaar throws a jab when Dotsenko was well out of range.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tonissaar throws a body shot but no joy.
That kick from Dotsenko tenderised Tonissaar's leg. Tonissaar is trying to keep his angry face on.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tonissaar. That's going to slow Dotsenko down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tonissaar. That's going to slow Dotsenko down.
A low kick from Tonissaar is predictable there
letting Dotsenko counter with a right hand.
Dotsenko checks a low kick from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dotsenko throws an off balance right hand
and Tonissaar counters with an inside leg kick.
Dotsenko has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Tonissaar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dotsenko lands a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tonissaar showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a body kick.
Dotsenko ducks under a wild hook from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tonissaar throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but Dotsenko sees it coming and moves out of range.
Good exchange - Dotsenko coming out on top.
Nice shot by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar scoring well with a low kick there.
Tonissaar lands a glancing blow to the side of Dotsenko's head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: HFC 122 - Vaiduolkis vs Ford 3
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Dotsenko staying out of range there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Olsen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dotsenko counters with a good low kick that Olsen was not able to check.
Olsen slips a jab and a cross from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Olsen.
Dotsenko jabs at Olsen's body.
Olsen lands a lovely overhand right.
Dotsenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Olsen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dotsenko slips a jab from Olsen.
Dotsenko looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Olsen moves out of range of the strikes.
Dotsenko lands with a good body shot.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An inside leg kick lands from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Olsen moves away.
It looked like Olsen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dotsenko takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dotsenko sizes up Olsen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dotsenko ducks under a wild hook from Olsen.
Dotsenko misses with a low kick.
Olsen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dotsenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Olsen's head.
Dotsenko looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dotsenko with a jab.#T1#
Olsen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Olsen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Olsen with a nice calf kick.
Dotsenko fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Olsen misses with a hook.
Dotsenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Olsen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Olsen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Olsen misses with a right hand
and Dotsenko counters with a nice low kick that buckles Olsen's knee momentarily.
Olsen moves away from the strike by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Olsen. That did some damage!
Olsen misses with a looping right.
Dotsenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Olsen doesn't seem bothered though.
Olsen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Olsen throws a hook but Dotsenko avoids it easily.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Olsen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko tries to move into range but Olsen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Olsen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dotsenko to score with a decent uppercut.
Olsen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dotsenko manages to avoid it.
Dotsenko throws out a counter right but Olsen avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Olsen throws a big shot that misses.
Dotsenko lands with a right hand.
Olsen checks a low kick from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC2#Olsen is rocked!
Olsen leaves his chin hanging out and Dotsenko seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Olsen crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Artem Dotsenko!
Our winner, Artem Dotsenko, 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: HFC 117 - Randleman vs Higgins
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Legions 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Legions has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dotsenko.
Legions misses with a low kick.
Dotsenko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Legions throws a lazy right hand but Dotsenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Legions misses with a straight right.
Dotsenko throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Legions on the side of the head.
Dotsenko thows a leg kick but Legions checks it
and Legions counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dotsenko slips under a jab.
Dotsenko went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Legions tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dotsenko sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Legions somewhat.
Dotsenko definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dotsenko doesn't manage to clinch there - Legions circles away.
Dotsenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Legions was well out of range. Poor timing from Dotsenko.
Legions displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dotsenko throws out the jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Legions.
Legions connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dotsenko checks a leg kick.
Legions slips under a jab from Dotsenko.#CL2#
Legions moves into range and clinches up with Dotsenko.
Legions throws a punch but it's blocked by Dotsenko.
Legions jumps guard but Dotsenko stands there with Legions around his waist. Legions gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T1#
Legions tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dotsenko just stands there and leans against the cage.
Artem Dotsenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fidel Legions.
A short uppercut from Dotsenko. #TD2#
Legions wants the takedown. Dotsenko is fighting it off but Legions persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dotsenko's guard against the cage.
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.
Dotsenko wants to stand but Legions is controlling the position.
Legions looking to pass the guard.
Legions keeps trying to improve his position.#ES#
Dotsenko pushes Legions off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Dotsenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Dotsenko slaps away a takedown attempt from Legions, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Legions misses with an uppercut. Dotsenko saw that one coming.#T2#
Dotsenko cracks Legions with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Dotsenko slips under a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Legions swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Dotsenko misses the target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Legions.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dotsenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Legions.
Legions has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dotsenko.
Legions throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko connects with the punch.
Legions stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dotsenko.
Legions fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dotsenko.
Legions cracks Dotsenko with a good jab.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Legions moved away.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Legions jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A bone on bone clash there as Legions blocks the leg kick.
Dotsenko will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T3#
Dotsenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Artem Dotsenko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Legions fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dotsenko checks it well.
Legions takes a jab right on the kisser.
Legions misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dotsenko scores with a jab.
Legions defending well as Dotsenko loads up on a big left hand.
A punch lands to the side of Legions 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dotsenko scores with a nice head shot.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Legions's ribcage but misses.
Legions lands a nice hook to Dotsenko's body. Dotsenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Legions darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dotsenko throws a front kick aimed at Legions's knee but Legions avoids it well.
Legions throws a leg kick but Dotsenko moved away.
Dotsenko closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dotsenko loads up on a big right hand but Legions slips the punch.
Legions misses with a wild body shot.
Dotsenko leaves Legions with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Legions waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dotsenko.#T4#
Legions with a nice calf kick.
Legions throws a lazy uppercut
and Dotsenko counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dotsenko checks a leg kick.
Legions ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Legions uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Legions tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dotsenko throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dotsenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Legions at a distance.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Legions goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Dotsenko scores with a jab to the head.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Dotsenko is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Legions moves out of range.
Dotsenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Legions has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dotsenko.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Legions misses with a straight right.
Dotsenko defending well as Legions loads up on a big left hand.
Legions scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Legions scores with a shot to the body.
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 Artem Dotsenko will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dotsenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dotsenko has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD2#
Legions scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

Dotsenko sneaks out the side door and pushes Legions away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Artem Dotsenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice shot lands for Dotsenko.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dotsenko jabs Legions to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dotsenko lands a lovely overhand right.
Legions fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dotsenko has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dotsenko there as he acknowledges the shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Legions 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 Dotsenko has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Dotsenko and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Legions checks a low kick from Dotsenko.
Legions lands a jab to Dotsenko's midsection.
Dotsenko throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Legions avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Legions on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dotsenko. Dotsenko obviously looking to wear him down.
Dotsenko tries a low kick but Legions avoids it.
Legions walks into a straight right hand from Dotsenko.
Nice takedown defense from Dotsenko. No joy for Legions on that attempt. #T1#
Legions throws a head kick but Dotsenko moves out of range.
A big right from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Dotsenko jabs at Legions's body.
Legions throws a hook to the side of Dotsenko's head but Dotsenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Legions.
Dotsenko connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dotsenko is looking to slow Legions down with leg kicks.
Dotsenko throws a half hearted mid kick.
Legions lands a nice looking body shot.
A head kick misses from Legions.
Legions takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dotsenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Legions's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Legions misses with a wild combination.
Legions misses with a hook. Dotsenko ducked under it nicely.
Legions scores with a kick to the body.
Dotsenko with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Legions keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dotsenko with a nice calf kick.
Legions fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dotsenko checks it well.
Legions misses with a body kick.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick.
Legions stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dotsenko.
Legions throws a jab but it's blocked by Dotsenko.
Legions stuns Dotsenko with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dotsenko will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dotsenko keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A slow jab from Legions misses its intended target.
Legions is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dotsenko.
Legions has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko lands with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko tests Legions's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dotsenko scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Dotsenko looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Legions looks to throw the jab but Dotsenko is out of range.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Legions blocks a leg kick.
Dotsenko attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dotsenko lands a glancing blow to the side of Legions's head.
Legions has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Legions shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dotsenko pinned against the cage. Dotsenko gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dotsenko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dotsenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Legions.
Some wild striking there from Legions.
Legions tries to close the distance and clinch but Dotsenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Legions takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko scores with a jab. Legions acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
Dotsenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Legions misses with a looping left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dotsenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dotsenko tries to land a front kick but Legions steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dotsenko throws out a loose jab but Legions uses good head movement to avoid it.
Legions throws a body punch but Dotsenko moves out of range.
Legions pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Legions's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dotsenko is looking to chop away at Legions's legs.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Legions moves away.
Legions misses with a head kick.
Dotsenko is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko connects with a nice looking jab.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Legions dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dotsenko. That did some damage!
Dotsenko throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Legions stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Legions slips under a jab.
Dotsenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Legions checks a low kick from Dotsenko.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Artem Dotsenko dominated that second round.
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#
Dotsenko connects with an inside leg kick.
Fidel Legions has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dotsenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Legions lands a nice looking body shot.
Dotsenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a looping right.
A big left from Legions misses.
Legions misses with a straight left.
Legions lands with a thumping leg kick.
Legions will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dotsenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Legions has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Legions there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Legions.
Legions fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dotsenko.
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 solid leg kick lands there for Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut.
Legions throws a lazy right hand but Dotsenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jab from Legions.
Dotsenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Legions can do to turn this around?#T1#
Dotsenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Legions's sensitive parts.
Dotsenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Legions checks it.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dotsenko lands the left hand.
Dotsenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Legions.
Good shot there by Legions.
A swing and a miss from Legions.
Dotsenko scores with a leg kick.
Legions takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jab by Legions.
Dotsenko shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It seemed like Legions was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dotsenko throws a chopping leg kick but Legions manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dotsenko tests Legions's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Dotsenko.
Legions rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dotsenko counters with a nice low kick that buckles Legions's knee momentarily.
Dotsenko throws out a leg kick but Legions moves out of range and Dotsenko only half commits.
Artem Dotsenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Legions throws a low kick, looking for Dotsenko's leg but Dotsenko calmly moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko ducks under a wild hook from Legions.
The fighters circling - Legions throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Legions fails to land with a series of punches.
Legions walks into a left hand.
Donk. Dotsenko catches Legions right on the button with a cross.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dotsenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Legions is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dotsenko missing with a left hand there. Legions was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Legions throws an overhand right that lands on Dotsenko's shoulder, as Dotsenko tries to avoid the shot.
Legions shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dotsenko as he avoids it easily.
Dotsenko throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Legions on the side of the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Dotsenko. That snapped Legions's head back.
Dotsenko wants to clinch.#T3#
Legions misses the jab.
Legions takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick which misses Legions's front leg but catches the back leg as Legions tries to avoid it.
Legions finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dotsenko catches Legions with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Legions moves forwards but Dotsenko connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dotsenko throws a quick inside leg kick.
Legions misses with a body shot.
It looked like Dotsenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dotsenko takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dotsenko throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dotsenko moves in looking to clinch but Legions pushes him off.
Legions stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dotsenko.
Legions throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Dotsenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dotsenko.
Legions cracks Dotsenko with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT2#It looks like Artem Dotsenko has been cut.#T4#
Legions takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dotsenko moves out of range as Legions throws a body kick.
Legions tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dotsenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Legions.
A big right from Legions misses.
Dotsenko works the jab nicely.
Dotsenko swings for the body but Legions moves out of range.
Dotsenko connects with a crisp jab.
Dotsenko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dotsenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dotsenko slips under a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Dotsenko there.
Legions takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Legions throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Legions swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Legions needs to keep his hands up - Dotsenko had a free shot at his head there.
Dotsenko with a nice calf kick.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artem Dotsenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dotsenko 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: HFC 112 - Tonissar vs Todd II
Date: Dec 04, 2021

#R1#
Dotsenko throws an overhand right that lands on Nickel's shoulder, as Nickel tries to avoid the shot.
Dotsenko blocks the body kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nickel.
Nickel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dotsenko.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dotsenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nickel. That did some damage!
A combination from Nickel does no damage.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nickel throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dotsenko getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dotsenko lunges at Nickel with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nickel's hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nickel. Dotsenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nickel.
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Nickel blocks a low kick nicely.
A slow jab from Dotsenko misses its intended target.
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nickel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dotsenko definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dotsenko misses with a low kick.
Dotsenko wants to slow Nickel down by chopping away at his legs.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nickel checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nickel wants to land a leg kick but Dotsenko is out of range. #T1#
Nickel looks to land a right hand but Dotsenko moved out of range.
Dotsenko swings for the body but Nickel moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Nickel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jab by Dotsenko.
Nickel slips a straight right by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Nickel misses with a straight left.
Dotsenko was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nickel doesn't manage to clinch there - Dotsenko circles away.
Dotsenko misses with a leg kick.
Nickel wants to clinch.
Dotsenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Good shot there by Nickel.
A slow jab from Nickel misses its intended target.
Dotsenko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dotsenko moves out of range as Nickel strikes.
Dotsenko is looking to counter punch.
Nickel takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nickel checks a low kick from Dotsenko.#T2#
Dotsenko scores with a nice right hand.
Dotsenko displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Nickel fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dotsenko.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nickel swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dotsenko counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nickel looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dotsenko finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dotsenko thuds a left hand into Nickel's body.
Nickel tries a head kick but it misses.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nickel misses the shot to the body.
Nickel fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Nickel counter with a right hand.
Dotsenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nickel moves out of range as Dotsenko strikes.
Nickel stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dotsenko.
Nickel thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nickel throws a leg kick
and Dotsenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dotsenko checks the leg kick.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Nickel moves out of range.
Dotsenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nickel has time to react.#CL#
Nickel gets tackled into the cage by Dotsenko. Dotsenko maintains the clinch. #T3#
Dotsenko tries a body shot but Nickel blocks it.
Dotsenko throws a head punch that misses.
Dotsenko working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dotsenko has a couple of punches blocked by Nickel.
Nickel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dotsenko lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nickel stalling the fight.
Nickel can't find room to land a body shot as Dotsenko controls the action.
Nickel lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dotsenko.
A short body shot lands from Dotsenko as the two fighters clinch.
A shot in the inside from Dotsenko.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dotsenko.
Nickel prevents a body shot from Dotsenko.
Nickel misses with a punch on the inside.
Dotsenko prevents a body shot from Nickel.
Nickel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nickel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dotsenko scores with a shot to the side of Nickel's head.
Nickel lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nickel working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Nickel scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nickel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dotsenko tries to work over Nickel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dotsenko blocks a body shot from Nickel.
A short left from Nickel.
Dotsenko lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dotsenko prevents a body shot from Nickel.
Dotsenko gets through Nickel's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nickel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nickel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Dotsenko breaks the clinch.
Nickel lands a leg kick that knocks Dotsenko off balance momentarily.
Nickel with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dotsenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Nickel should have avoided that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Nickel.
Dotsenko misses with a hook
and Nickel counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nickel connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dotsenko pivots, looking for a leg kick but Nickel is out of range and Dotsenko settles back down.
Nickel throws out a powerful jab.
Nickel throws a big shot that misses.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Nickel's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Artem Dotsenko 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#
Dotsenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A nice leg kick from Nickel, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Nickel.
Dotsenko lands a right hook to the body.
Nickel connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dotsenko momentarily.
Dotsenko keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dotsenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Nickel wants to land a leg kick but Dotsenko is out of range.
Nickel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nickel counters with a body kick.
Nickel blocks a low kick nicely.
Dotsenko throws a hook but Nickel avoids it easily.
Nickel ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
Nickel moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Artem Dotsenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Nickel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Dotsenko misses the target.
Dotsenko misses with a looping left.
Dotsenko scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dotsenko misses the jab.
Nickel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nickel looks to throw the jab but Dotsenko is out of range.
Nickel uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nickel can do to turn this around?#T1#
Nickel missing with a left hand there. Dotsenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nickel pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dotsenko scores with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nickel.
Nickel fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dotsenko checks it well.
Decent striking displayed by Nickel there.
Nickel pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nickel checks a leg kick.
Dotsenko is looking to slow Nickel down with leg kicks.
Nickel moves out of range of the leg kick from Dotsenko.
Nickel now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nickel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dotsenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dotsenko throws out a powerful jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dotsenko 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 Nickel has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nickel and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Dotsenko is looking to clinch.
A big left from Nickel misses.
Nickel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dotsenkos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A left lands for Dotsenko.
Nickel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dotsenko throws a low kick, looking for Nickel's leg but Nickel calmly moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nickel pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Dotsenko on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nickel takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dotsenko thumps Nickel with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Nice shot by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nickel paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dotsenko fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nickel has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dotsenko connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dotsenko feints and then cracks Nickel's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nickel down.
Nickel lands a leg kick that knocks Dotsenko off balance momentarily.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Nickel sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nickel scores with a kick to the body.
Dotsenko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Nickel rushes Dotsenko and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nickel pushes Dotsenko back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dotsenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dotsenko blocks a body shot from Nickel.
A left hand lands to the body for Nickel. #T3#
Nickel blocks a body shot from Dotsenko.
Nickel lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dotsenko or not.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nickel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nickel lands an uppercut.
Nickel's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nickel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dotsenko's elbow.
Nickel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dotsenko.
A hook to the body from Nickel.
Dotsenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nickel lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dotsenko backwards.
Nickel lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dotsenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nickel backwards. #BC2#
Nickel breaks the clinch.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Nickel.
Nickel loads up on a big right hand but Dotsenko slips the punch.
Dotsenko looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Nickel looks to score with a jab to the body but Dotsenko is just out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nickel.
Nickel punishes Dotsenko'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!
Nickel fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dotsenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dotsenko misses with a looping left.
Nice body punch from Nickel. #T4#
Nickel lands a glancing blow to the side of Dotsenko's head.
A big left from Nickel misses.
Nickel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dotsenko tried to score with a low kick but Nickel checks it.
Nickel blocks a jab.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Nickel does it's job there.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick that misses.
Dotsenko tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nickel is able to avoid easily.
Dotsenko backing away here, and Nickel unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Dotsenko misses the target.
Nickel is looking for the big counter here.
Nickel defending well as Dotsenko loads up on a big left hand.
Dotsenko looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dotsenko stuns Nickel with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dotsenko misses with a low kick.
Nickel unleashes a big counter combination but Dotsenko bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Nickel.
Dotsenko fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dotsenko misses with a leg kick.
Nickel steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko throws a low kick but Nickel moves out of range easily.
Nickel 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chip Nickel will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Dotsenko tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nickel is able to avoid easily.
Dotsenko misses with a right hand
and Nickel counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nickel lands with a shot to the body.
Nickel throws out a loose jab but Dotsenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dotsenko fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nickel just manages to avoid it.
Dotsenko throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nickel 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.
Dotsenko appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dotsenko takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dotsenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nickel.
A jab from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko is looking to slow Nickel down with leg kicks.
Nickel moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A leg kick checked by Nickel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dotsenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nickel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nickel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a looping left.
Nickel 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.
Dotsenko looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nickel throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dotsenko. #T1#
Nickel lands with a good body shot.
Dotsenko tries to work over Nickel's front leg with a kick but Nickel checks it.
Nickel throws a quick inside leg kick.
Good work by Nickel as he checks the leg kick.
Nickel misses with a hook.
Nickel checks a low kick from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nickel connects with a single shot there.
Dotsenko misses with a left hand
letting Nickel counter with a right hand.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Nickel.
Dotsenko blocks a leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dotsenko.
Nickel loads up on a big right hand but Dotsenko slips the punch.
Nickel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nickel moves away.
Dotsenko buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dotsenko sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nickel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dotsenkos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dotsenko connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nickel's hands.#T2##CL2#
Nickel fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dotsenko, pushing him back against the cage.
Dotsenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dotsenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Nickel misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nickel.
Dotsenko working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Dotsenko.
Nickel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nickel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nickel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dotsenko misses with a punch to the body.
Dotsenko lands a body punch.
Chip Nickel seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Dotsenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dotsenko tries to throw a body punch but Nickel avoids it by throwing Dotsenko back against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Nickel wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short body shot lands from Nickel as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nickel.
Dotsenko taking a breather.
Nickel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dotsenko backwards. #T3#
Dotsenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nickel can't find room to land a body shot as Dotsenko controls the action.
Dotsenko wants to get back to striking at distance but Nickel won't allow it.
Nickel blocks a body shot from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nickel is leaning against Dotsenko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nickel lands a left hand.
A right hand to the body from Nickel.
Nickel lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nickel swings wildly with an uppercut but Dotsenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nickel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dotsenko's elbow.
Nickel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, Nickel scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dotsenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nickel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dotsenko blocks a body shot from Nickel.
A left hand lands to the body for Nickel. #BC2#
Nickel manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Dotsenko tries to keep at a distance but Nickel has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4#
Dotsenko makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dotsenko 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!
Nickel blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Dotsenko fails to land.
Dotsenko blocks a body shot from Nickel.
Dotsenko takes a shot to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Nickel.
Nickel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nickel.
Dotsenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dotsenko misses with a body punch.
Dotsenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dotsenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Nickel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nickel presses Dotsenko against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nickel softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dotsenko takes a shot to the head.
Dotsenko prevents a body shot from Nickel.
Dotsenko lands a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chip Nickel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nickel 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chip Nickel!
A relieved looking Chip Nickel thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: HFC 107 - Tonissar vs Dotsenko
Date: Nov 06, 2021

#R1#
Dotsenko misses with a looping right.
Dotsenko 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.
Good work by Tonissaar as he checks the leg kick.
Dotsenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tonissaar. Dotsenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tonissaar is looking to chop away at Dotsenko's legs.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dotsenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tonissaar.
Nice cross by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tonissaar throws a body shot but no joy.
Dotsenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko looks to land a right hand but Tonissaar moved out of range.
Tonissaar lands a right hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Dotsenko misses the target.
Good shot there by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dotsenko looks to land a left hand but Tonissaar moved out of range nicely.
Artem Dotsenko 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!
Tonissaar takes a swing at Dotsenko's ribcage but misses.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Dotsenko has closed the distance and engaged Tonissaar in a clinch. #T1#
Dotsenko misses with a punch to the body.
Dotsenko's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Dotsenko lands a nice uppercut.
Tonissaar lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tonissaar lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dotsenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dotsenko blocks an uppercut.
Dotsenko has a couple of punches blocked by Tonissaar.
A head punch on the inside from Dotsenko fails to land.
Dotsenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tonissaar creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tonissaar throws a head punch that misses.
Dotsenko misses with a punch to the body.
Tonissaar cracks Dotsenko with a nice body shot.
Dotsenko looks winded!
Tonissaar scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Tonissaar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A low kick from Dotsenko is predictable there
and Tonissaar counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dotsenko thinking.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dotsenko.
Tonissaar throws a good cross that connects.
Dotsenko throws a hook but Tonissaar blocks it.#T2#
Dotsenko throws a leg kick which misses Tonissaar's front leg but catches the back leg as Tonissaar tries to avoid it.
Tonissaar works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dotsenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tonissaar misses the jab.
Tonissaar moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tonissaar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dotsenko.
Tonissaar throws a nice looking combination but Dotsenko bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dotsenko looks to throw the jab but Tonissaar is out of range.
A jab from Dotsenko misses.
Tonissaar darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dotsenko.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko misses with a looping right.
Tonissaar misses the shot to the body.
Dotsenko throws the left hand but Tonissaar avoids the punch easily.
Dotsenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tonissaar connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dotsenko scrambles back to his feet.
Dotsenko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tonissaar. Dotsenko does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Dotsenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice jab there from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko avoids a kick to the body.
Tonissaar misses with a straight left.
Tonissaar lands a nice looking body shot.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tonissaar throws out the jab.
Dotsenko misses with a hook.
A low kick lands for Tonissaar.
Tonissaar looks to land a body kick but Dotsenko moved away.
Dotsenko staying out of range there.
Dotsenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Dotsenko will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tonissaar on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dotsenko. Dotsenko obviously looking to wear him down.
Tonissaar throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Tonissaar with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tonissaar blocks a leg kick.#T4#
Tonissaar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot
and Dotsenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Tonissaar is just out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Tonissaar misses its target.
Dotsenko looks to throw the jab but Tonissaar is out of range.
Dotsenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tonissaar.
Decent striking displayed by Dotsenko there.
Dotsenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tonissaar stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dotsenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tonissaar counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tonissaar jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tonissaar misses with a leg kick.
Tonissaar lands a lovely overhand right.
Dotsenko shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dotsenko throws a front kick aimed at Tonissaar's knee but Tonissaar avoids it well.
Dotsenko misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko lands with a good body shot.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tonissaar.
A big right from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tonissaar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dotsenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Tonissaar.
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 Baruto Tonissaar will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tonissaar moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tonissaar throws a shot from downtown. Dotsenko moves away and avoids it.
Dotsenko tries a quick counter leg kick but Tonissaar is wise to it.
Tonissaar ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
It looked like Tonissaar wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A good leg kick by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tonissaar checks it well.
Tonissaar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dotsenko chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tonissaar lands with a nice body punch.
Dotsenko 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.
Dotsenko throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
A lazy left from Tonissaar finds it's target.
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tonissaar.
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!
Dotsenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tonissaar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Dotsenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dotsenko buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tonissaar throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tonissaar lands a jab.
Dotsenko needs to keep his hands up - Tonissaar had a free shot at his head there.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Dotsenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tonissaar has time to react.
Tonissaar on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut
and Tonissaar counters with a straight right hand.
Tonissaar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dotsenko.
Tonissaar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Tonissaar blocks the low kick.
A swing and a miss from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tonissaar.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dotsenko 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.
Tonissaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dotsenko moves away.
Tonissaar fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dotsenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick which misses Tonissaar's front leg but catches the back leg as Tonissaar tries to avoid it. #T2#
Tonissaar gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tonissaar throws out the jab.
Dotsenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tonissaar connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dotsenko scrambles back to his feet.
Dotsenko lands with a good body shot.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick that knocks Tonissaar off balance momentarily.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dotsenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dotsenko tries to land a leg kick but Tonissaar saw it coming and moves away.
Tonissaar throws a solid leg kick but Dotsenko takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tonissaar.
Tonissaar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a jab when Tonissaar was well out of range.
Dotsenko misses with a looping left.
Dotsenko moves out of range as Tonissaar strikes.
A cross from Dotsenko lands.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Tonissaar moved away.
Dotsenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonissaar looks to land a right hand but Dotsenko moved out of range.
It seemed like Dotsenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tonissaar misses the jab.#T3#
Dotsenko misses with a low kick as Tonissaar jumps back.
A jab from Tonissaar misses.
Tonissaar lands a front kick.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Tonissaar's ribcage but misses.
Tonissaar chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dotsenko can pounce on him.
Dotsenko throws a low kick, looking for Tonissaar's leg but Tonissaar calmly moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tonissaar.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut. Tonissaar saw that one coming.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Tonissaar's ribcage but misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Tonissaar misses its target.
Dotsenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dotsenko thows a leg kick but Tonissaar checks it
and Tonissaar counters with an outside leg kick.
Tonissaar looks for the body kick but Dotsenko saw that one coming.
Tonissaar lands a leg kick that knocks Dotsenko off balance momentarily.
Tonissaar takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tonissaar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.
Tonissaar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dotsenko doesn't seem bothered though.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Dotsenko lands a jab to Tonissaar's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dotsenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dotsenko is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko lands a jab.
Dotsenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tonissaar at a distance.
That kick from Tonissaar tenderised Dotsenko's leg. Dotsenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Some wild striking there from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick that knocks Tonissaar off balance momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Tonissaar looks for the body kick but Dotsenko saw that one coming.
Tonissaar looks to land a left hand but Dotsenko moved out of range nicely.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Dotsenko avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Artem Dotsenko will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dotsenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tonissaar moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dotsenko. That's going to slow Tonissaar down.
Tonissaar checks the leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Tonissaar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dotsenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dotsenko has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko misses with a jab to the body
and Tonissaar counters with a good low kick that Dotsenko was not able to check.
Tonissaar connects with a solid leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tonissaar takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot.
Tonissaar chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dotsenko can pounce on him.
Tonissaar throws a body shot but no joy.
Dotsenko throws a big shot that misses.
Tonissaar throwing a counter right hand but Dotsenko manages to avoid it.
Tonissaar looks to land a body kick but Dotsenko moved away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tonissaar connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dotsenko's hands.
A telegraphed right hand from Dotsenko misses the target.
Tonissaar connects with a body shot that sends Dotsenko's belly button to the back.#T1#
Tonissaar throws a sloppy head kick and Dotsenko moves out of range easily.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Tonissaar's ribcage but misses.
Dotsenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar connects with a body shot that sends Dotsenko's belly button to the back.
Dotsenko 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.
Tonissaar looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dotsenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tonissaar with a body shot.
Dotsenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tonissaar looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tonissaar fails to land with a series of punches.
Tonissaar avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tonissaar scores with a nice head shot.
Dotsenko throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar lands an overhand right.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dotsenko.
Tonissaar just misses with a punch to the body.
Tonissaar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar blocks a low kick nicely.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick which misses Dotsenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Dotsenko tries to avoid it. #T2#
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tonissaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dotsenko.
Dotsenko buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tonissaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.
Tonissaar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tonissaar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dotsenko pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tonissaar is out of range and Dotsenko settles back down.
An attempted straight right counter from Tonissaar misses the target.
Dotsenko throws a shot from downtown. Tonissaar moves away and avoids it.
Tonissaar appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tonissaar misses with a straight left.
Tonissaar moves out of range of the strikes.
Dotsenko loads up on a big right hand but Tonissaar slips the punch.
Dotsenko lands the left hand.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dotsenko looks to land a right hand but Tonissaar moved out of range.
Tonissaar takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dotsenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko takes one to the side of the head.
Dotsenko throws an off balance right hand
and Tonissaar counters with a straight right hand.
Tonissaar has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dotsenko.
A big right from Dotsenko misses.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar motions for Dotsenko to come forward. Tonissaar throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dotsenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a right hand to the body.
Dotsenko digs a good body shot into Tonissaar's ribs.
Tonissaar fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dotsenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tonissaar takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tonissaar checks the leg kick nicely there.
A low kick lands for Dotsenko.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tonissaar moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Dotsenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tonissaar is looking to counter punch.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Tonissaar blocks a leg kick.#T4#
Tonissaar lands with a kick to the ribs.
Dotsenko cracks Tonissaar with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tonissaar thuds a left hand into Dotsenko's body.
Dotsenko tries to clinch but Tonissaar is having none of it.
Nice defenses there by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar throws a wild body kick that Dotsenko sees coming a mile off.
Tonissaar throws a series of punches but Dotsenko avoids them all with ease.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tonissaar throws out the jab.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Tonissaar.
A head kick by Tonissaar misses
and Dotsenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dotsenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dotsenko with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko wants to clinch up but Tonissaar keeps it at a distance.
A jab from Dotsenko misses.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Tonissaar sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tonissaar scores with a nice strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Baruto Tonissaar 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#
Dotsenko 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.
Tonissaar wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dotsenko wants to slow Tonissaar down by chopping away at his legs.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tonissaar's sensitive parts.
Dotsenko throws a poor cross that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tonissaar will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tonissaar throws a low kick but Dotsenko avoids it.
Tonissaar moves away from the strike by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tonissaar fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dotsenko lands a jab to the nose.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonissaar misses with a two punch combination.
Dotsenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Dotsenko is just out of range.
Dotsenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tonissaar is out of range.
A nice leg kick from Dotsenko, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dotsenko with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Dotsenko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tonissaar throws out the jab.
Tonissaar throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Tonissaar connects with a crisp jab.
Dotsenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonissaar throws a front kick aimed at Dotsenko's knee but Dotsenko avoids it well.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A big right from Dotsenko misses.
Tonissaar fakes the leg kick and cracks Dotsenko in the body.
Dotsenko moves out of range as Tonissaar strikes.
Dotsenko looks to land a left hand but Tonissaar moved out of range nicely.
Dotsenko has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko digs a good hook to Tonissaar's body. #T2#
Tonissaar throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dotsenko on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tonissaar takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko blocks a head kick by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar slips under a jab.
Dotsenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dotsenko motions for Tonissaar to come forward. Dotsenko throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tonissaar connects with a nice looking jab.
Tonissaar doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dotsenko will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tonissaar misses the shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar wants to slow Dotsenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Dotsenko misses with a leg kick
and Tonissaar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No joy there for Tonissaar, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That kick from Tonissaar tenderised Dotsenko's leg. Dotsenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tonissaar moves away.#T3#
Tonissaar looks to throw the jab but Dotsenko is out of range.
Tonissaar connects with a high kick.
Tonissaar on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tonissaar throws a right hand that Dotsenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Dotsenko also avoids with ease.
Dotsenko tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dotsenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dotsenko appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dotsenko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dotsenko turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dotsenko lands a nice looking body shot.
Tonissaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dotsenko moves away.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut. Tonissaar saw that one coming.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko walks into a straight right hand from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tonissaar connects 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!
Tonissaar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dotsenko. #T4#
Tonissaar throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Tonissaar looks to land a right hand but Dotsenko moved out of range.
Jab by Tonissaar.
Dotsenko throws a body punch but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Dotsenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot.
Tonissaar takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Some bone on bone action there as Tonissaar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dotsenko showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dotsenko walks into a left hand.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dotsenko with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tonissaar throws a quick inside leg kick.
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 Baruto Tonissaar will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Tonissaar lands a head shot.
Tonissaar misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tonissaar throws a nice looking combination but Dotsenko bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dotsenko misses with a straight left.
Tonissaar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tonissaar throws a big shot that misses.
Tonissaar throws an overhand right that lands on Dotsenko's shoulder, as Dotsenko tries to avoid the shot.
Dotsenko throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dotsenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tonissaar was well out of range. Poor timing from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tonissaar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar moves out of range as Dotsenko strikes.
Dotsenko moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right-left combo lands from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tonissaar throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Tonissaar gets tackled into the cage by Dotsenko. Dotsenko maintains the clinch.
Tonissaar tries a body shot but Dotsenko blocks it.
Dotsenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Tonissaar can't find room to land a body shot as Dotsenko controls the action.
Tonissaar scores with a shot to the side of Dotsenko's head. #BC2#
Dotsenko escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tonissaar misses with a body kick.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Tonissaar sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tonissaar avoids the body shot from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a right hand that misses
and Dotsenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dotsenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonissaar wants to slow Dotsenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Dotsenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tonissaar.
Dotsenko staying out of range there.
Dotsenko chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dotsenko throws a jab when Tonissaar was well out of range.
Tonissaar wants to land a leg kick but Dotsenko is out of range.
Tonissaar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonissaar looks to throw the jab but Dotsenko is out of range.
Artem Dotsenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dotsenko works Tonissaar's body with a nice hook.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the side of Tonissaar's head but Tonissaar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tonissaar moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sloppy strikes from Tonissaar. Those never looked like landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tonissaar on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dotsenko. Dotsenko obviously looking to wear him down.
Tonissaar takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fighters circling - Tonissaar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dotsenko connects with a body shot that sends Tonissaar's belly button to the back.
Dotsenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tonissaar ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dotsenko.
Tonissaar misses with a hook to the body
and Dotsenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dotsenko avoids the body shot from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko misses the body punch
and Tonissaar counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
A good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Dotsenko doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tonissaar is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dotsenko misses with a low kick as Tonissaar jumps back.
Tonissaar checks a low kick from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko jabs at Tonissaar's body.
Dotsenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tonissaar.
Dotsenko takes a swing at Tonissaar's ribcage but misses.
Tonissaar takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dotsenko throws out a loose jab but Tonissaar uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Tonissaar misses the target.
Tonissaar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonissaar throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Tonissaar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tonissaar throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dotsenko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Tonissaar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Tonissaar does no damage.
A low kick from Dotsenko is predictable there
and Tonissaar counters with a leg kick.
Dotsenko bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tonissaar's head.
Dotsenko throws an off balance right hand
and Tonissaar counters with a stiff right hand.
Tonissaar tries to land a leg kick but Dotsenko saw it coming and moves away.
Dotsenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Dotsenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tonissaar. That did some damage!
Dotsenko tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tonissaar lands a nice hook to Dotsenko's body. Dotsenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Dotsenko throws a solid leg kick but Tonissaar takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dotsenko.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko moves out of range as Tonissaar throws a body kick.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tonissaar takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tonissaar is looking to land body kicks.
Tonissaar avoids a kick to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Artem Dotsenko.
Well Tonissaar 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 48:47
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 48:47
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 48:48

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Baruto Tonissaar!
Baruto Tonissaar retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Baruto Tonissaar 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: HFC 102 - Tai Kung vs Izmaylov
Date: Oct 09, 2021

#R1#
A low kick from Dotsenko is predictable there
and Olsen counters with a stiff right hand.
Olsen misses with a hook. Dotsenko ducked under it nicely.
Dotsenko is looking to slow Olsen down with leg kicks.
Olsen throws the left hand but Dotsenko avoids the punch easily.
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Olsen.
Dotsenko has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Torcida MMA in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Olsen clinches with his opponent.
Dotsenko blocking some punches.
Olsen can't find room to land a body shot as Dotsenko controls the action.
Olsen pushes Dotsenko back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Olsen struggles to land a body shot inside as Dotsenko controls his hands.
Dotsenko throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Good body shot from Dotsenko.
Olsen tries a body shot but Dotsenko blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Olsen.
Olsen misses with some punches.
Dotsenko with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Olsen misses with the head strike.
Olsen lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Dotsenko breaks the clinch.
Dotsenko bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Olsen's head.
Dotsenko staying out of range there.#T1#
Dotsenko misses with a hook. Olsen ducked under it nicely.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Olsen moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dotsenko scores with a punch to the head.
Olsen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dotsenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dotsenko throws a shot from downtown. Olsen moves away and avoids it.
Olsen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Olsen throws a body shot but no joy.
Dotsenko is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Olsen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dotsenko with the inside leg kick.
Dotsenko digs a good body shot into Olsen's ribs.#CL#
Dotsenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
Olsen misses with a body punch.
Olsen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
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!
Dotsenko lands a left hand that snaps the head of Olsen backwards.
Dotsenko lands a right hand.
Olsen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Dotsenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Olsen scores with a nice short uppercut.#T2#
Olsen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dotsenko's elbow.
Dotsenko misses with a punch to the body.
Dotsenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dotsenko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dotsenko lands a nice uppercut.
Dotsenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dotsenko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Olsen has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dotsenko seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Olsen can turn it around.
Olsen tries to work over Dotsenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Dotsenko fails to land.
Dotsenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dotsenko lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Harry Olsen has been cut.
Dotsenko avoids the elbow strike from Olsen, against the cage.
Dotsenko is looking for a takedown.
Olsen throws a head punch that misses.
Dotsenko blocking some punches.
Olsen blocks an uppercut.
Olsen has a couple of punches blocked by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Olsen.
Dotsenko lands with a short shot to the head. #TD#
Dotsenko successfully pulls guard. #SU2#
Olsen decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3#
Dotsenko tries to move into range but Olsen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Olsen throws a hook to the side of Dotsenko's head but Dotsenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Olsen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Olsen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dotsenko throws a jab when Olsen was well out of range.
Dotsenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Olsen.
Olsen throws out a loose jab but Dotsenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Olsen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Olsen.
Dotsenko thumps Olsen with a low kick.
A punch lands to the side of Dotsenko 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Olsen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dotsenko throws an overhand right that lands on Olsen's shoulder, as Olsen tries to avoid the shot.
A slow jab from Olsen misses its intended target.
Olsen looks to score with a jab to the body but Dotsenko is just out of range.
Dotsenko moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dotsenko staying out of range there.
Olsen throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Dotsenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Olsen.
Dotsenko misses with a kick to the body.
Olsen throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Olsen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dotsenko.
Olsen tries to clinch there but Dotsenko circles away.
Olsen fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dotsenko misses with a looping left.
Dotsenko throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Olsen checks a leg kick.
Olsen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dotsenko throws a right hand that misses
and Olsen counters with a nice body shot.
Olsen wants to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Olsen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Olsen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dotsenko.
Olsen tries to clinch but Dotsenko moves out of range.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Olsen misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Dotsenko misses its target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Artem Dotsenko dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Harry Olsen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Olsen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Olsen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dotsenko swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dotsenko throws a chopping leg kick but Olsen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Artem Dotsenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Dotsenko with the inside leg kick.
Dotsenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Olsen can do to turn this around?
Olsen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dotsenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Olsen moves into range and connects with a jab.
Olsen looks to land a left hand but Dotsenko moved out of range nicely.
Olsen scores with a punch to the head.
Dotsenko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Olsen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Olsen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dotsenko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dotsenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko throws the left hand but Olsen avoids the punch easily.
Olsen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by Olsen.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but Olsen moved away.#T1#
Dotsenko looks to land a right hand but Olsen moved out of range.
Olsen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Olsen. That did some damage!
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut.
Dotsenko takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Olsen checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Olsen looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Olsen has managed to clinch.
Olsen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dotsenko is defending well for now.
Dotsenko is working for takedown but Olsen is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dotsenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Olsen misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Olsen.
Olsen misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko pushes Olsen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dotsenko blocks an uppercut.
Olsen misses with the head strike.
Dotsenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Olsen.
Olsen throws a punch but it's blocked by Dotsenko. #T2#
Olsen lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Olsen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Olsen scores with a hook to the body.
Dotsenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dotsenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Olsen misses with the head strike.
Olsen lands a shoulder strike.
Olsen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dotsenko works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Dotsenko fails to land.
Olsen throws a head punch that misses.
Dotsenko scores with a shot to the side of Olsen's head.
Olsen is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Artem Dotsenko has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right from Olsen.
Olsen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dotsenko lands with a left to the head.
Olsen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dotsenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Olsen.
Olsen throws a punch but it's blocked by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Dotsenko avoiding damage as Olsen throws knees to the body.
Olsen lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Dotsenko scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dotsenko lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Olsen or not.
Dotsenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Olsen backwards.
Olsen lands with a light punch inside.
Olsen tries a body shot but Dotsenko blocks it.
Olsen working aggressively here.
Dotsenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Olsen pushes off an throws an elbow but Dotsenko leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Olsen lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Olsen fails to land.
Dotsenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Olsen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dotsenko.
Olsen misses with some punches.
Dotsenko stalls.
Olsen misses with the head strike.
Olsen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dotsenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Olsen controls his hands. #T4#
Olsen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Olsen misses with a knee strike.
Dotsenko lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Olsen or not.
Olsen scores with a shoulder strike.
Olsen crunches a lovely knee into Dotsenko's ribcage.
Dotsenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dotsenko misses with some punches.
Olsen can't find room to land a body shot as Dotsenko controls the action.
Olsen working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Olsen.
Dotsenko throws a head punch that misses.
Olsen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Olsen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dotsenko backwards.
Olsen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Olsen blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Dotsenko.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Harry Olsen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Harry Olsen'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!#R3#
Olsen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Olsen crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Dotsenko - the referee stops the clock and Olsen gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Dotsenko. Olsen manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Olsen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Olsen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Olsen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dotsenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Olsen backs away, Dotsenko returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Olsen swings for the body but Dotsenko moves out of range.
Dotsenko scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dotsenko defending well as Olsen loads up on a big left hand.
Dotsenko looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by Olsen.
Olsen throws a good cross that connects.
Dotsenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Olsen.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Olsen moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Olsen ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Olsen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Olsen throws a jab but it's blocked by Dotsenko.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Olsen misses with a low kick. #T1#
Crunch! Dotsenko slams his shin into Olsen's torso.
Dotsenko throws a front kick aimed at Olsen's knee but Olsen avoids it well.
Olsen throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Dotsenko counter with a right hand.
Dotsenko thows a leg kick but Olsen checks it
enabling Olsen to counter with a crisp jab.
Dotsenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Olsen.
Dotsenko throws a lazy right hand but Olsen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Olsen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dotsenko tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Olsen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick which misses Olsen's front leg but catches the back leg as Olsen tries to avoid it.
Dotsenko swings for the body but Olsen moves out of range.
Dotsenko fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Olsen is out of range.
Olsen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dotsenko drops his hands momentarily and Olsen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dotsenko avoids the head kick by Olsen.
Nice shot by Dotsenko.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dotsenko throws a low kick, looking for Olsen's leg but Olsen calmly moves out of range.
Dotsenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Dotsenko throws a leg kick that misses.
Olsen checks a low kick from Dotsenko.
Olsen loads up on a big right hand but Dotsenko slips the punch.
Dotsenko works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dotsenko moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Dotsenko with the inside leg kick.
Olsen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dotsenko blocks a jab.
Olsen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dotsenko moves out of range as Olsen strikes.
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Olsen walks into a straight right hand from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
Dotsenko swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick.
Olsen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dotsenko throws out the jab.
Dotsenko misses with a straight right.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Olsen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Dotsenko scores with a jab to the head.
Dotsenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Olsen throws out the jab.
Dotsenko lands a nice leg kick that just misses Olsen's sensitive parts.
A leg kick checked by Olsen.
Olsen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dotsenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The fighters circling - Olsen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Olsen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dotsenko. Dotsenko obviously looking to wear him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dotsenko. Olsen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dotsenko scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Olsen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Olsen tries to clinch up.
Olsen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dotsenko chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Olsen checks a leg kick.
Dotsenko throws a front kick aimed at Olsen's knee but Olsen avoids it well.
Olsen moves out of range of the leg kick from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by Olsen.
Dotsenko appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Olsen misses with an uppercut.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Olsen blocks a low kick nicely.
Dotsenko cracks a nice hook into Olsen's ribs.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dotsenko scores with a nice strike.
Olsen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dotsenko is looking to score with low kicks.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dotsenko, as that shot connected.
Dotsenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Olsen.
Olsen misses with an uppercut. Dotsenko saw that one coming.
Dotsenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dotsenko fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Olsen is out of range.
Olsen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Olsen is out of range.
Dotsenko takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Olsen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Olsen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dotsenko tried to counter with a leg kick but Olsen avoided it.
Dotsenko misses with a low kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artem Dotsenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dotsenko 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: HFC 97 - Leifsson vs Krutel
Date: Sep 12, 2021

#R1#
McGregor lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A nice leg kick from McGregor, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McGregor doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McGregor tries to close the distance and clinch but Dotsenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dotsenko feints and then cracks McGregor's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGregor down.
McGregor takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick which misses McGregor's front leg but catches the back leg as McGregor tries to avoid it.
McGregor jabs Dotsenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A big left from McGregor misses.
Dotsenko lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dotsenko misses with a left hand
and McGregor counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGregor works Dotsenko's body with a nice hook.
McGregor slips under a jab.
McGregor has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dotsenko tries to clinch but McGregor is having none of it.
McGregor is looking to counter punch.
McGregor looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Dotsenko scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko motions for McGregor to come forward. Dotsenko throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGregor was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dotsenko misses with an uppercut
and McGregor cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGregor avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dotsenko defending well as McGregor loads up on a big left hand.
Dotsenko tries to land a leg kick but McGregor saw it coming and moves away.
McGregor staying out of range there.
Dotsenko throws a sloppy body shot
letting McGregor counter with a right hand.
McGregor throws a hook but Dotsenko blocks it.
Dotsenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dotsenko tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McGregor is able to avoid easily.
McGregor is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dotsenko looks to land a left hand but McGregor moved out of range nicely.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGregor moves away.
A little feinted left hand from McGregor on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGregor 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.
McGregor takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McGregor looks to throw the jab but Dotsenko is out of range.
A low kick from Dotsenko misses
and Dotsenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
McGregor has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dotsenko lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McGregor backwards.
Dotsenko has a couple of punches blocked by McGregor.
McGregor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dotsenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGregor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGregor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGregor misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGregor's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McGregor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McGregor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dotsenko tries a body shot but McGregor blocks it.
Dotsenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Dotsenko looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dotsenko misses with the head strike.
McGregor doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGregor tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGregor throws a punch but it's blocked by Dotsenko.
A short right from McGregor on the inside. #T3#
McGregor lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dotsenko taking a breather.
Dotsenko looking to throw knees to the head but McGregor is blocking nicely.
McGregor digs a right hand into Dotsenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dotsenko's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by McGregor.
McGregor tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McGregor stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Dotsenko working aggressively here.
McGregor gets through Dotsenko's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGregor.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dotsenko.
Dotsenko swings wildly with an uppercut but McGregor uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGregor struggles to land a body shot inside as Dotsenko controls his hands.
McGregor prevents a body shot from Dotsenko.
McGregor is working Dotsenko over against the cage.
McGregor lands with a left to the head. #T4#
McGregor tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McGregor stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dotsenko works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dotsenko lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dotsenko misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGregor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A hook to the body from Dotsenko.
McGregor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dotsenko backwards.
McGregor's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
McGregor escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dotsenko lands a right hook to the body.
Dotsenko takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dotsenko misses with a looping left.
McGregor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dotsenko was well out of range. Poor timing from McGregor.
Dotsenko fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McGregor.
Dotsenko tries to work over McGregor's front leg with a kick but McGregor checks 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 Conor McGregor will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
McGregor finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dotsenko dodges the punch combination from McGregor.
McGregor defending well as Dotsenko loads up on a big left hand.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dotsenko misses with a leg kick
letting McGregor counter with a right hand.
McGregor lands with a good body shot.
Dotsenko connects with a body shot that sends McGregor's belly button to the back.
Dotsenko feints and then cracks McGregor's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGregor down.
An inside leg kick lands from Dotsenko.
McGregor misses with an uppercut.
McGregor wants to clinch up but Dotsenko keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGregor takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
McGregor moves into the clinch.
Dotsenko blocks a body shot from McGregor. #BC2#
Dotsenko breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dotsenko throws a lazy body kick
and McGregor cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Dotsenko. That snapped McGregor's head back.
Dotsenko slips a straight right by McGregor.
Dotsenko thumps McGregor with a low kick.
Dotsenko connects with a solid leg kick.
Dotsenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McGregor connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dotsenko throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling McGregor to counter with a crisp jab.
McGregor is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McGregor scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dotsenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGregor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the side of McGregor's head but McGregor sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dotsenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGregor.
McGregor throws a right and a left that both miss.
McGregor throws a jab when Dotsenko was well out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dotsenko! But no joy.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dotsenko defending well as McGregor loads up on a big left hand.
Dotsenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McGregor.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dotsenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dotsenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McGregor ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
McGregor comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dotsenko throws a lazy right hand but McGregor sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McGregor looks to score with a jab to the body but Dotsenko is just out of range.
Dotsenko takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dotsenko connects with a solid leg kick.
Artem Dotsenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dotsenko tests McGregor's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dotsenko misses the shot to the body.
Dotsenko misses with a lunging right hand
and McGregor counters with a stiff right hand.
McGregor keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGregor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from McGregor misses the target.
Dotsenko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McGregor swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T3#
Dotsenko lands a jab to the nose.
Nice body punch from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGregor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dotsenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from McGregor on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGregor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dotsenko.
McGregor scores with a shot to the body.
Dotsenko fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McGregor has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McGregor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dotsenko moves away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McGregor, as that shot connected.
McGregor throws a chopping leg kick but Dotsenko manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dotsenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dotsenko throws a jab when McGregor was well out of range.
Dotsenko looks to score with a jab to the body but McGregor is just out of range.
Dotsenko just misses with a punch to the body.
McGregor misses with a body shot.
Dotsenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGregor moves away.#T4#
McGregor throws a body shot but no joy.
Dotsenko takes a swing at McGregor's ribcage but misses.
McGregor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dotsenko scores with a hook to the body. McGregor takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGregor ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
McGregor is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McGregor jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dotsenko was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dotsenko dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McGregor. That did some damage!
Dotsenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dotsenko let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dotsenko lands a slapping body shot.
McGregor on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dotsenko throws a solid leg kick but McGregor takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dotsenko.
Dotsenko scoring well with a low kick there.
Dotsenko misses with a hook
and McGregor counters with a nice uppercut.
McGregor on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGregor ducks under a wild hook from Dotsenko.
An attempted straight right counter from McGregor misses the target.
McGregor defending well as Dotsenko loads up on a big left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Artem Dotsenko will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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.#R3#
Dotsenko looks to land a right hand but McGregor moved out of range.
Dotsenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good leg kick by Dotsenko.
Dotsenko throws a low kick but McGregor moves out of range easily.
Dotsenko lands a head shot.
Dotsenko connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
An inside leg kick lands from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McGregor.
McGregor looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McGregor bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGregor jabs at Dotsenko's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGregor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dotsenko.
McGregor throws a body punch but Dotsenko moves out of range.
McGregor tries to clinch up.
Dotsenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGregor throwing a counter right hand but Dotsenko manages to avoid it.
McGregor misses the shot to the body.
Dotsenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
McGregor misses with a wild body shot.
McGregor looks to land a left hand but Dotsenko moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheers as Dotsenko lands an impressive looking overhand right. McGregor doesn't seem phased though.
McGregor avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dotsenko thuds a left hand into McGregor's body.
McGregor 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.
Dotsenko connects with a leg kick. #CL2#
Dotsenko has McGregor up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from McGregor.
Dotsenko misses with a body punch.
McGregor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dotsenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McGregor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dotsenko blocks a body shot from McGregor. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from McGregor fails to land.
Dotsenko throws a head punch that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dotsenko misses with a body punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dotsenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGregor misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dotsenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dotsenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dotsenko.
McGregor pushes Dotsenko back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dotsenko. #BC#
McGregor breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dotsenko throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dotsenko fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGregor.
McGregor ducks right into an uppercut from Dotsenko.
Dotsenko looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
Dotsenko works McGregor's body with a nice hook.
Dotsenko delivers a nice body kick.
Dotsenko tries to clinch up.
McGregor connects with an inside leg kick.
McGregor keeps the fight on the outside.
Dotsenko closes the distance but McGregor moves to the side
and McGregor connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McGregor fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dotsenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McGregor takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McGregor falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dotsenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McGregor throws a jab but it's blocked by Dotsenko.
A nice leg kick from Dotsenko, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice straight punches there by McGregor. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McGregor.
Dotsenko misses with a straight left. #T4#
Dotsenko tries to land a leg kick but McGregor saw it coming and moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dotsenko 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 nice inside leg kick there by Dotsenko. That's going to slow McGregor down.
Dotsenko tries to clinch but McGregor moves away
enabling McGregor to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
McGregor darts in and clinches Dotsenko up against the cage.
Dotsenko lands a left hand that snaps the head of McGregor backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Dotsenko. #BC#
McGregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McGregor misses with a wild body shot.
Dotsenko throws a hook but McGregor avoids it easily.
Dotsenko misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from McGregor on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dotsenko loads up on a big right hand but McGregor slips the punch.
McGregor appears to be looking for a big counter.
A big left from Dotsenko misses.
McGregor misses with a hook. Dotsenko ducked under it nicely.
Dotsenko feints a counter leg kick.
Dotsenko gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A low kick from Dotsenko is predictable there
and McGregor counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artem Dotsenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dotsenko 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 John Roberts scores the fight 28:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artem Dotsenko!
Artem Dotsenko decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Conor McGregor was interviewed post fight and said 'The fight as everyone can see, didn't go the way I wanted it to go, but, this is the fight game, learned new things today, move on, first recovery, then jump in the gym, train harder. Thanks for the support! Humble in defeat, humble in victory!'.

Event: HFC 91 - Leifsson vs Babinski
Date: Aug 15, 2021

#R1#
Wife Got Aids walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Southanouvong checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Wife Got Aids throws an off balance right hand
and Southanouvong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wife Got Aids uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Southanouvong misses with a straight left.
Barneys Wife Got Aids seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Wife Got Aids tries to keep at a distance but Southanouvong has taken the fight into the clinch.
Wife Got Aids scores with a shot to the side of Southanouvong's head.
Southanouvong is trying to maintain a safe position but Wife Got Aids gets an underhook and turns Southanouvong into the cage.
Wife Got Aids working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Wife Got Aids fails to land.
Wife Got Aids scores with a hook to the body.
Southanouvong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wife Got Aids lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Southanouvong or not.
Wife Got Aids swings wildly with an uppercut but Southanouvong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Southanouvong 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.
Southanouvong struggles to land a body shot inside as Wife Got Aids controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wife Got Aids lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wife Got Aids looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A shot in the inside from Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wife Got Aids blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids tries a body shot but Southanouvong blocks it.
Wife Got Aids scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Southanouvong is trying to stall.
Southanouvong blocks an uppercut.
Wife Got Aids avoids a wild elbow strike from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Wife Got Aids fails to land.
Wife Got Aids fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Southanouvong.
Southanouvong misses with a hook from the clinch.
Southanouvong lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wife Got Aids blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wife Got Aids lands a shot to the body.
A right hand to the body from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids misses with some punches.
Wife Got Aids scores with a shoulder strike.
Southanouvong working aggressively here.
A short left from Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong is trying to maintain a safe position but Wife Got Aids gets an underhook and turns Southanouvong into the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Southanouvong - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T2#
Wife Got Aids looking to stall.
Southanouvong is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Wife Got Aids breaks the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wife Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from Southanouvong.
Southanouvong walks into a straight right hand from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids throws a nice inside leg kick.
Southanouvong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wife Got Aids dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wife Got Aids thows a left - swing and a miss!
Southanouvong is looking to counter punch.
Wife Got Aids works Southanouvong's body with a nice hook.
Wife Got Aids throws a leg kick but Southanouvong moved away.
Nice uppercut there from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Southanouvong ducks under a wild hook from Wife Got Aids.
A nice leg kick from Wife Got Aids, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wife Got Aids lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
Wife Got Aids pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wife Got Aids misses with a low kick.
Southanouvong walks forward, straight into a front kick from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Southanouvong just misses with a punch to the body.
Southanouvong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wife Got Aids missing with a left hand there. Southanouvong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
No joy there for Southanouvong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wife Got Aids throws an overhand right that lands on Southanouvong's shoulder, as Southanouvong tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Southanouvong misses the target.
Wife Got Aids moves out of range as Southanouvong strikes.
Wife Got Aids throws a jab when Southanouvong was well out of range.
Wife Got Aids fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wife Got Aids steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Southanouvong.
Southanouvong throws a shot from downtown. Wife Got Aids moves away and avoids it.
Southanouvong throws an overhand right that lands on Wife Got Aids's shoulder, as Wife Got Aids tries to avoid the shot.
Wife Got Aids tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Southanouvong was well out of range. Poor timing from Wife Got Aids.
An attempted straight right counter from Southanouvong misses the target.
Southanouvong moves out of range as Wife Got Aids strikes.#T4#
Wife Got Aids throws a jab but it's blocked by Southanouvong.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wife Got Aids lands a nice looking body shot.
Wife Got Aids lands a body shot.
Southanouvong checks the leg kick.
Southanouvong moves forwards but Wife Got Aids connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wife Got Aids scores with a sloppy right hand. Southanouvong should have avoided that one.
Wife Got Aids displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Southanouvong throws out the jab.
Southanouvong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids throws a hook but Southanouvong blocks it.
Southanouvong is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Southanouvong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wife Got Aids counters with a nice uppercut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids throws a lazy right hand but Southanouvong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Southanouvong throws a body shot but no joy.
Southanouvong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Southanouvong misses with a wild body shot.
Wife Got Aids uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Southanouvong.
Southanouvong is looking to clinch but Wife Got Aids is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barneys Wife Got Aids dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A good leg kick by Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids stuns Southanouvong with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wife Got Aids swings widly with a right hand
and Southanouvong counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Southanouvong ducks under a wild hook from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids's corner calls for a 1-2. Wife Got Aids obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Southanouvong connects with a body shot.
Wife Got Aids is looking to land body kicks.
Southanouvong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A jab from Wife Got Aids does it's job there.
Southanouvong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids scores with a body shot. #CL2#
Wife Got Aids rushes Southanouvong and presses him up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids is working Southanouvong over against the cage.
Wife Got Aids misses with a body punch.
Wife Got Aids wants to stall.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Southanouvong pushes Wife Got Aids back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Wife Got Aids blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong looking to slow down the pace here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Southanouvong's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Southanouvong working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Southanouvong.
Southanouvong throws a head punch that misses.
Southanouvong throws a punch but it's blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Barneys Wife Got Aids seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Wife Got Aids tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wife Got Aids on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Southanouvong is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Southanouvong working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids swings wildly with an uppercut but Southanouvong uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Southanouvong fails to land.
Southanouvong blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Southanouvong fails to land.
A short uppercut from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids misses with some punches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Southanouvong - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Wife Got Aids misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wife Got Aids has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Southanouvong lands a hook that snaps the head of Wife Got Aids backwards.
Wife Got Aids blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wife Got Aids lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Southanouvong blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids blocking some punches.
Southanouvong scores with a nice hook to the head.
Southanouvong taking a breather.
Wife Got Aids working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Wife Got Aids fails to land.
Southanouvong fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Southanouvong stalling in the clinch but Wife Got Aids improves position.
Southanouvong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wife Got Aids dodges an elbow strike from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids works on Southanouvong's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Wife Got Aids.
A nice left hand lands by Wife Got Aids. #BC2#
Wife Got Aids escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wife Got Aids misses the jab.
Southanouvong is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wife Got Aids connects with a leg kick.
Southanouvong doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Southanouvong thuds his right hand into Wife Got Aids's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Southanouvong missing with a left hand there. Wife Got Aids was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barneys Wife Got Aids seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wife Got Aids lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Southanouvong's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wife Got Aids connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Southanouvong scrambles back to his feet.
Wife Got Aids looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wife Got Aids buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Southanouvong staying out of range there.
Southanouvong lands a jab to the head.
Nice defenses there by Wife Got Aids.#T4#
Wife Got Aids looks to land a left hand but Southanouvong moved out of range nicely.
Wife Got Aids throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Southanouvong on the side of the head.
Wife Got Aids thuds a left hand into Southanouvong's body.
Wife Got Aids smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Southanouvong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Southanouvong misses with a double jab
and Wife Got Aids counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Southanouvong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong blocks a leg kick.
Wife Got Aids fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Southanouvong on the side of the head.
Southanouvong throws a hook to the side of Wife Got Aids's head but Wife Got Aids sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Southanouvong misses.
Wife Got Aids throws an off balance right hand
and Southanouvong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Southanouvong misses with a right hand
and Wife Got Aids counters with a low kick, right behind Southanouvong 's knee.
Wife Got Aids tries to clinch up but Southanouvong circles away and keeps his distance.
Wife Got Aids displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Southanouvong throws out the jab.
Wife Got Aids gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Barneys Wife Got Aids will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Wife Got Aids throws out a loose jab but Southanouvong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wife Got Aids scores with a shot to the body.
Wife Got Aids fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Southanouvong is out of range.
Wife Got Aids dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Southanouvong. That did some damage!
Wife Got Aids lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Southanouvong throws a lazy right hand but Wife Got Aids sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Southanouvong throws a hook but Wife Got Aids avoids it easily.
Wife Got Aids misses the shot to the body.
Southanouvong scores with a shot to the body.
Wife Got Aids takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Southanouvong takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wife Got Aids throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wife Got Aids is looking to chop away at Southanouvong's legs.
A jab from Southanouvong misses.
Wife Got Aids tried to score with a low kick but Southanouvong checks it.
Wife Got Aids's corner calls for a 1-2. Wife Got Aids obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wife Got Aids uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Southanouvong.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wife Got Aids swats away the attempt to clinch by Southanouvong.#T1#
Wife Got Aids chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Southanouvong misses with an uppercut. Wife Got Aids saw that one coming.
Southanouvong 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.
Wife Got Aids lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wife Got Aids looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wife Got Aids with a nice calf kick.
Southanouvong looks to land a left hand but Wife Got Aids moved out of range nicely.
Southanouvong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Southanouvong takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wife Got Aids throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wife Got Aids fails with an attempt to clinch.
Southanouvong throwing a counter right hand but Wife Got Aids manages to avoid it.
Wife Got Aids cracks a nice hook into Southanouvong's ribs.
Southanouvong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Southanouvong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wife Got Aids sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chanthaphone Southanouvong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barneys Wife Got Aids is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2##CL2#
Wife Got Aids closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wife Got Aids throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong throws a punch but it's blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wife Got Aids lands a nice shot to the body.
Southanouvong looking to stall.
Southanouvong is stalling here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wife Got Aids.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Southanouvong just misses with a elbow thrown towards Wife Got Aids's brow.
Southanouvong throws a head punch that misses.
Wife Got Aids blocks an elbow strike from Southanouvong.
A head punch on the inside from Southanouvong fails to land.
Southanouvong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Southanouvong working aggressively here.
Southanouvong misses with the head strike.
Wife Got Aids throws a punch but it's blocked by Southanouvong. #T3#
Wife Got Aids tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Southanouvong just stands there and leans against the cage.
Wife Got Aids misses with some punches.
Southanouvong misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Southanouvong.
Southanouvong throws a head punch that misses.
Southanouvong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wife Got Aids's elbow.
Southanouvong pushes off an throws an elbow but Wife Got Aids leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Wife Got Aids misses with a punch to the body.
Wife Got Aids has a couple of punches blocked by Southanouvong.
Southanouvong tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wife Got Aids lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Southanouvong backwards.
Southanouvong scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wife Got Aids misses with a punch on the inside.
Southanouvong working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids tries to throw a body punch but Southanouvong avoids it by throwing Wife Got Aids back against the cage.
Wife Got Aids lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wife Got Aids misses with some punches.
Wife Got Aids has a couple of punches blocked by Southanouvong. #T4#
Southanouvong takes a shot to the head.
Wife Got Aids lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wife Got Aidss head.
Wife Got Aids working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A shot in the inside from Southanouvong.
Wife Got Aids lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Southanouvong backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wife Got Aids.
Southanouvong lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wife Got Aids doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Wife Got Aids fails to land.
Wife Got Aids blocking some punches.
Southanouvong lands a hook that snaps the head of Wife Got Aids backwards.
Wife Got Aids misses with a body punch.
Southanouvong misses with an elbow over the top.
Wife Got Aids misses with a punch on the inside.
Wife Got Aids digs a right hand into Southanouvong's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Southanouvong's gas tank.
Wife Got Aids swings away with an uppercut that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Barneys Wife Got Aids comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Wife Got Aids 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: HFC 84 - Leifsson vs Wanker
Date: Jul 10, 2021

#R1#
Wife Got Aids looks to score with a jab to the body but McGregor is just out of range.
Wife Got Aids throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wife Got Aids throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wife Got Aids swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A good leg kick by Wife Got Aids.
A slow jab from Wife Got Aids misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from McGregor.
Wife Got Aids throws a hook but McGregor blocks it.
A little jabbing left from McGregor on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McGregor throws a big shot that misses.
Wife Got Aids tried to counter with a leg kick but McGregor avoided it.
Wife Got Aids throws the left hand but McGregor avoids the punch easily.
McGregor bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wife Got Aids wants to clinch.
McGregor looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A clash of legs there as McGregor blocks the low kick.
Wife Got Aids throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wife Got Aids tries to land a leg kick but McGregor saw it coming and moves away.
Wife Got Aids tries a low kick but McGregor avoids it.
McGregor looks to land a right hand but Wife Got Aids moved out of range.
Wife Got Aids throws a low kick but McGregor moves out of range easily. #T1#
Wife Got Aids bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGregor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wife Got Aids sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGregor chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Wife Got Aids can pounce on him.
Wife Got Aids misses with a hook to the body
and McGregor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wife Got Aids is looking to chop away at McGregor's legs.
Wife Got Aids slips under a jab.
Wife Got Aids throws out a powerful jab.
Wife Got Aids swings widly with a right hand
and McGregor counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barneys Wife Got Aids seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wife Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from McGregor.
A punch lands to the side of Wife Got Aids 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McGregor throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGregor misses the jab.
Wife Got Aids takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A slow jab from McGregor misses its intended target.
Good work by McGregor as he checks the leg kick.
McGregor looks to score with a jab to the body but Wife Got Aids is just 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!
Wife Got Aids motions for McGregor to come forward. Wife Got Aids throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGregor scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Wife Got Aids closes the distance and clinches.
Wife Got Aids misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGregor.
Wife Got Aids working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from McGregor.
McGregor working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning McGregor up against the cage.
McGregor lands a body shot in the clinch.
McGregor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wife Got Aids misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGregor has a couple of punches blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGregor backwards.
McGregor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wife Got Aids's elbow.
McGregor working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids pushes McGregor back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Wife Got Aids scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Conor McGregor has been cut.
McGregor looking to stall.
Wife Got Aids throws a head punch that misses. #T3##BC2#
McGregor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wife Got Aids tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGregor was well out of range. Poor timing from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McGregor thuds his right hand into Wife Got Aids's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wife Got Aids throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A bone on bone clash there as McGregor blocks the leg kick.
McGregor 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.
Wife Got Aids moves forwards but McGregor connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wife Got Aids slips a jab from McGregor.
McGregor throws a hook but Wife Got Aids blocks it.
Wife Got Aids throws a low kick but McGregor moves out of range easily.
Wife Got Aids scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice body punch from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McGregor gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wife Got Aids fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGregor manages to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGregor misses with a hook.
Wife Got Aids throws a leg kick that is checked
and McGregor counters with a nice body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as McGregor blocks the leg kick.
Wife Got Aids is looking to wear down McGregor with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T4#
McGregor misses with a lunging right hand
and Wife Got Aids counters with a good low kick that McGregor was not able to check.
McGregor lands an overhand right.
Wife Got Aids lands with a good body shot.
McGregor takes one to the chin there.
McGregor misses the shot to the body.
Wife Got Aids shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A big left from Wife Got Aids misses.
Wife Got Aids defending well as McGregor loads up on a big left hand.
McGregor avoids the body shot from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McGregor finds it's way round the side to connect with Wife Got Aids's head.
A slow jab from McGregor misses its intended target.
The fighters circling - McGregor throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from Wife Got Aids misses its intended target.
Wife Got Aids misses the shot to the body.
Wife Got Aids is looking to chop away at McGregor's legs.
McGregor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wife Got Aids sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGregor checks a leg kick.
McGregor on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slow jab from McGregor misses its intended target.
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 Barneys Wife Got Aids will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Conor McGregor's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
McGregor misses with an uppercut.
McGregor displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wife Got Aids throws out the jab.
Wife Got Aids slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A jab from McGregor misses.
Wife Got Aids lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McGregor throws a big shot that misses.
Wife Got Aids swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wife Got Aids uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGregor.
McGregor has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor digs a good body shot into Wife Got Aids's ribs.
Nice body punch from Wife Got Aids.
A swing and a miss from McGregor.
Wife Got Aids has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
McGregor throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick from Wife Got Aids, right into the meat of the thigh.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGregor.
McGregor's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McGregor throws a body punch but Wife Got Aids moves out of range.
McGregor lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGregor takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wife Got Aids has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wife Got Aids there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Wife Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from McGregor.
Wife Got Aids looks to score with a jab to the body but McGregor is just out of range.
Wife Got Aids fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wife Got Aids takes a swing at McGregor's ribcage but misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Wife Got Aids. That snapped McGregor's head back.
Wife Got Aids looks to throw the jab but McGregor is out of range.
McGregor checks a low kick from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGregor looks to land a left hand but Wife Got Aids moved out of range nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as McGregor checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Wife Got Aids swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McGregor checks a low kick from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor throws out a loose jab but Wife Got Aids uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGregor rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wife Got Aids moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wife Got Aids moves away from the strike by McGregor.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Wife Got Aids lands a jab to the nose.
Wife Got Aids lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McGregor checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T2#
McGregor throws the left hand but Wife Got Aids avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Wife Got Aids was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McGregor.
McGregor scores with a one two! Wife Got Aids had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wife Got Aids misses with an uppercut. McGregor saw that one coming.
McGregor now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McGregor missing with a left hand there. Wife Got Aids was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGregor avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Wife Got Aids swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGregor takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wife Got Aids dips to his left and cracks McGregor with an uppercut!
McGregor throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wife Got Aids on the side of the head.
Wife Got Aids scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
That kick from Wife Got Aids tenderised McGregor's leg. McGregor is trying to keep his angry face on.
A left lands for McGregor.
Wife Got Aids misses the shot to the body.
McGregor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wife Got Aids displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGregor throws out the jab.
McGregor missing with a left hand there. Wife Got Aids was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGregor blocks a leg kick.
McGregor throws a jab when Wife Got Aids was well out of range.#T3#
McGregor swings for the body but Wife Got Aids moves out of range.
Jab from McGregor.
Wife Got Aids keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wife Got Aids throwing a counter right hand but McGregor manages to avoid it.
Wife Got Aids jabs McGregor right on the nose. McGregor blinks but takes it well.
A jab from Wife Got Aids finds it's way through McGregor's defenses.
Wife Got Aids jabs McGregor right on the nose. McGregor blinks but takes it well.
McGregor checks a leg kick.
Wife Got Aids throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nice body punch from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wife Got Aids slips under a jab.
Wife Got Aids moves out of range of the strikes.
McGregor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wife Got Aids was well out of range. Poor timing from McGregor.
McGregor cracks Wife Got Aids with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Barneys Wife Got Aids is winning the standup battle so far.
Wife Got Aids bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McGregor's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wife Got Aids rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting McGregor counter with a right hand.
Wife Got Aids scores with a body shot.
Wife Got Aids throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Wife Got Aids tries to score with a low kick but McGregor moves his leg out of the way.
Wife Got Aids dips to his left and cracks McGregor with an uppercut!
McGregor jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wife Got Aids looks to land a left hand but McGregor moved out of range nicely.
McGregor ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wife Got Aids uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGregor.
Wife Got Aids ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGregor throws a lazy right hand but Wife Got Aids sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wife Got Aids with a nice cross.
McGregor throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
McGregor moves forwards but Wife Got Aids connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McGregor has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids throws a big shot that misses.
McGregor looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGregor displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wife Got Aids throws out the jab.
Wife Got Aids uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGregor.
McGregor throws a jab but it's blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McGregor at a distance.
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 Barneys Wife Got Aids will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Conor McGregor'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#
McGregor connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McGregor throws an overhand right that lands on Wife Got Aids's shoulder, as Wife Got Aids tries to avoid the shot.
McGregor throws a body punch but Wife Got Aids moves out of range.
McGregor takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wife Got Aids uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGregor.
Wife Got Aids scores with a hook to the body. McGregor takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGregor throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wife Got Aids misses with a straight right.
McGregor throws an overhand right that lands on Wife Got Aids's shoulder, as Wife Got Aids tries to avoid the shot.
Wife Got Aids with a nice calf kick.
Wife Got Aids avoids the body shot from McGregor.
Wife Got Aids lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wife Got Aids throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wife Got Aids throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGregor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGregor pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGregor throws the left hand but Wife Got Aids avoids the punch easily.
Wife Got Aids's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGregor. Wife Got Aids does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wife Got Aids avoids the body shot from McGregor. #T1#
McGregor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McGregor throws a hook to the side of Wife Got Aids's head but Wife Got Aids sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wife Got Aids jabs McGregor to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wife Got Aids scores with a body shot.
Wife Got Aids throws a solid leg kick but McGregor takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Wife Got Aids.
McGregor feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wife Got Aidss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McGregor jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McGregor throws a shot to the body.
McGregor misses with a wild body shot.
Wife Got Aids keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wife Got Aids misses the jab.
Wife Got Aids finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McGregor smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wife Got Aids looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wife Got Aids misses with an uppercut.
Wife Got Aids misses with a leg kick
letting McGregor counter with a right hand.
McGregor has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGregor throws a hook but Wife Got Aids avoids it easily.
Conor McGregor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barneys Wife Got Aids is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
McGregor looks to land a right hand but Wife Got Aids moved out of range.
Wife Got Aids tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGregor was well out of range. Poor timing from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor scores with a jab.
Wife Got Aids tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGregor was well out of range. Poor timing from Wife Got Aids.
McGregor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wife Got Aids.
McGregor checks a low kick from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids throws a body shot but no joy.
Wife Got Aids misses with an uppercut
and McGregor counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McGregor lands the left hand.
McGregor throws a nice looking combination but Wife Got Aids bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McGregor misses with a wild body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from McGregor misses the target.
Wife Got Aids misses with a low kick.
McGregor takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wife Got Aids throws a body shot but no joy.
Wife Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from McGregor.#T3#
McGregor throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wife Got Aids stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A nice leg kick from Wife Got Aids, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wife Got Aids fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGregor manages to avoid it.
McGregor lands a nice shot that snaps Wife Got Aids's head back.
Wife Got Aids uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McGregor.
McGregor misses with an uppercut. Wife Got Aids saw that one coming.
Wife Got Aids throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGregor is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wife Got Aids with a body shot.
McGregor throws a right hand that Wife Got Aids ducks under and follows up with a left that Wife Got Aids also avoids with ease.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGregor. Wife Got Aids does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wife Got Aids throws a hook but McGregor avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McGregor! But no joy.
Wife Got Aids throws a leg kick but McGregor moved away.
McGregor changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Wife Got Aids scores with a sloppy right hand. McGregor should have avoided that one.
Wife Got Aids moves away from the strike by McGregor.
Wife Got Aids pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wife Got Aids bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wife Got Aids sizes up McGregor with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
McGregor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wife Got Aids.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wife Got Aids avoids the body shot from McGregor.
Wife Got Aids throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wife Got Aids throws a low kick but it's checked well by McGregor.
Wife Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from McGregor.
A leg kick checked by McGregor.
McGregor keeps the fight on the outside.
Wife Got Aids walks into a jab.
Wife Got Aids on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McGregor walks into a straight right hand from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids takes a swing at McGregor's ribcage but misses.
Wife Got Aids darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wife Got Aids misses with a low kick.
McGregor looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wife Got Aids fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McGregor has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McGregor missing with a left hand there. Wife Got Aids was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wife Got Aids shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Wife Got Aids walks into a left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Conor McGregor.
I think Wife Got Aids 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Conor McGregor!
Conor McGregor 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.
Barneys Wife Got Aids was interviewed post fight and said 'Black Fighters Matter.'.

Event: HFC 77 - Wanker vs Lindholm
Date: Jun 12, 2021

#R1#
Rex scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT#It looks like Barneys Wife Got Aids has been cut.
Wife Got Aids throws a shot from downtown. Rex moves away and avoids it.
Rex misses with a body shot.
Rex backing away here, and Wife Got Aids unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Rex misses with a right hand
and Wife Got Aids counters with a right hand to the body.
Rex 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.
Wife Got Aids keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rex misses with a body punch
and Wife Got Aids counters with a stiff right hand.
Wife Got Aids 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.
Wife Got Aids slips under a jab from Rex.
Wife Got Aids slips under a jab.
Wife Got Aids is trying to counter with his kicks.
Rex closes the distance but Wife Got Aids moves to the side
and Wife Got Aids counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Wife Got Aids instigates a clinch.
Wife Got Aids blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rex misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wife Got Aids lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rex.#T1#
Rex tries to work over Wife Got Aids's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wife Got Aids blocks an uppercut.
Wife Got Aids misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rex misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rex misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Rex.
Wife Got Aids blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wife Got Aids blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Rex fails to land.
Rex throws a punch but it's blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Rex has a couple of punches blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids pushes Rex back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rex tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wife Got Aids lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Rex misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Wife Got Aids as the two fighters clinch.
Wife Got Aids lands a left hand.
Wife Got Aids misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rex or not.
Rex misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Rex escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rex throws an off balance right hand
and Wife Got Aids counters with a stiff right hand.
Rex jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rex looks to throw the jab but Wife Got Aids is out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Wife Got Aids. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wife Got Aids.
Rex looks for the body kick but Wife Got Aids saw that one coming.
As Rex backs off Wife Got Aids throws a huge counter combo but Rex manages to avoid it all.#T3#
Rex scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wife Got Aids slips a jab from Rex.
Rex missing with a left hand there. Wife Got Aids was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wife Got Aids tries a quick counter leg kick but Rex is wise to it.
Rex throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Wife Got Aids's head.
Wife Got Aids blocks a jab.
Rex backing away here, and Wife Got Aids unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Rex misses with a hook to the body
and Rex takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wife Got Aids uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rex. #CL2#
Wife Got Aids moves into the clinch.
Wife Got Aids blocks a body shot from Rex.
Rex tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wife Got Aids's elbow.
Rex throws a punch but it's blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Rex misses with a body punch. #T4#
Wife Got Aids blocking some punches.
Rex tries a body shot but Wife Got Aids blocks it.
Wife Got Aids misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rex.
Rex swings wildly with an uppercut but Wife Got Aids uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rex misses with some punches.
Wife Got Aids's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut 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!
Rex struggles to land a body shot inside as Wife Got Aids controls his hands.
Rex makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rex blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wife Got Aids blocks the elbow strike.
Wife Got Aids working aggressively here.
A short left from Wife Got Aids.
Rex misses with a hook to the ribs.
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 Sabotage Rex will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Barneys Wife Got Aids's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Wife Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from Rex.
Rex throws a lazy uppercut
and Wife Got Aids counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rex throws a right hand that misses
and Wife Got Aids counters with a nice low kick that buckles Rex's knee momentarily.
Wife Got Aids throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rex connects with the punch.
Wife Got Aids moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice side step and Wife Got Aids releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wife Got Aids lands with a hook. Rex tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rex 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.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sabotage Rex has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rex can't find room to land a body shot as Wife Got Aids controls the action.
Rex misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Rex fails to land. #T1#
Wife Got Aids swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wife Got Aids blocks a body shot from Rex.
Rex misses with a punch on the inside.
Rex tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wife Got Aids struggles to land a body shot inside as Rex controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Rex fails to land.
Rex misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wife Got Aids blocks an uppercut.
Rex tries a body shot but Wife Got Aids blocks it.
Rex is trying to break free.
Wife Got Aids blocks an uppercut.
Rex blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Rex fails to land.
Wife Got Aids lands a shot to the body.#T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Rex.
Rex misses with the head strike.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wife Got Aids prevents a body shot from Rex.
Rex misses with a body punch.
Rex misses with a body punch.
Rex misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rex lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rex misses with a punch on the inside.
Wife Got Aids misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wife Got Aids misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rex misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wife Got Aids working aggressively here.
Wife Got Aids lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T3#
Rex lands a shot to the body.
Rex misses with the head strike.
Rex throws a punch but it's blocked by Wife Got Aids.
Rex misses with some punches.
Wife Got Aids blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rex working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Rex fails to land.
Rex tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Rex breaks from the clinch.
Rex is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wife Got Aids can do to turn this around?
Wife Got Aids pushes Rex away with a front kick.
Rex misses with a kick to the body
and Wife Got Aids connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from Rex misses.
Rex throws a poor cross that misses
and Wife Got Aids counters with a nice body kick. #T4#
Rex fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wife Got Aids manages to avoid it.
Rex misses with an uppercut
and Wife Got Aids connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice body punch from Wife Got Aids.
Wife Got Aids lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wife Got Aids drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Rex throws a body kick that misses.
Wife Got Aids was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rex swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wife Got Aids lands a nice hook to Rex's body. Rex takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wife Got Aids connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rex. Rex circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Wife Got Aids on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rex throws a sloppy body shot #CL2#
and Wife Got Aids holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
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 Sabotage Rex will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Barneys Wife Got Aids's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Rex ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wife Got Aids moves away.
Rex throws a poor cross that misses
and Wife Got Aids connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rex tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wife Got Aids ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wife Got Aids lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wife Got Aids on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wife Got Aids throws a push kick but Rex slaps the foot to one side.
Wife Got Aids cracks Rex with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Barneys Wife Got Aids seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rex looks to throw the jab but Wife Got Aids is out of range.
Wife Got Aids takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wife Got Aids walks into a straight right hand from Rex.#T1#
Wife Got Aids walks straight into a right hand from Rex - that's dropped him! Rex jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Wife Got Aids from any more punishment! Wife Got Aids complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sabotage Rex!
Sabotage Rex is the new middleweight champion!
Sabotage Rex took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FEEBLE FIGHTWEAR for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Barneys Wife Got Aids was interviewed post fight and said 'Black Fighters Matter.'.

Event: HFC 74 - Krylov vs Leifsson
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1#
Barney Got Aids tries to work over Tonissaar's front leg with a kick but Tonissaar checks it.
Tonissaar tried to counter with a leg kick but Barney Got Aids avoided it.
Barney Got Aids motions for Tonissaar to come forward. Barney Got Aids throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A leg kick checked by Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids throws out a counter right but Tonissaar avoids it with no problem.
Barney Got Aids misses with a straight left.
Tonissaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Barney Got Aids misses with a kick to the body.
Tonissaar definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tonissaar throws a head kick that misses.
Damn Barney Got Aids seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tonissaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barney Got Aids moves away.
A shot to the liver by Tonissaar. Beautiful body shot.
A swing and a miss from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar is looking to counter with head kicks.
Tonissaar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barney Got Aids pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tonissaar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids cracks Tonissaar with a right hand to the side of the head.
A good leg kick by Barney Got Aids.
Jab, jab by Barney Got Aids - just one landing. #T1#
Tonissaar misses with an uppercut.
Tonissaar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonissaar checks a leg kick nicely.
Barney Got Aids throws an overhand right that lands on Tonissaar's shoulder, as Tonissaar tries to avoid the shot.
Tonissaar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Barney Got Aids 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.
Barney Got Aids looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tonissaar misses the body punch
and Barney Got Aids counters with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Tonissaar misses.
Tonissaar stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids throws a hook but Tonissaar avoids it easily.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar is looking to wear down Barney Got Aids with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Barney Got Aids thows a leg kick but Tonissaar checks it
and Tonissaar counters with a nice uppercut.
Barney Got Aids uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids throws out a loose jab but Tonissaar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barney Got Aids misses with a leg kick
and Tonissaar counters with a series of strikes. Barney Got Aids will be more careful next time no doubt.
Barney Got Aids scores with a sloppy right hand. Tonissaar should have avoided that one. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barney Got Aids moves away from the strike by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar avoids the body shot from Barney Got Aids.
A leg kick checked by Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Tonissaar misses with a body kick.
Barney Got Aids throws out a counter right but Tonissaar avoids it with no problem.
Barney Got Aids connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tonissaar. Tonissaar circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
That kick from Barney Got Aids tenderised Tonissaar's leg. Tonissaar is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tonissaar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Barney Got Aids's head.
Tonissaar moves out of range of the body kick from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Tonissaar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Barney Got Aids misses with an uppercut
and Tonissaar counters with a right hand to the body.
Barney Got Aids throws a leg kick
and Tonissaar counters with a slapping leg kick.
Barney Got Aids throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Barney Got Aids misses with a looping left.
Barney Got Aids connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Barney Got Aids lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tonissaar will feel that in the morning.
Tonissaar connects with a right hand. Barney Got Aids shakes it off.#T3#
Tonissaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids misses with a lunging right hand
and Tonissaar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barney Got Aids lands a glancing blow to the side of Tonissaar's head.
Barney Got Aids cracks Tonissaar with an open hand slap.
Barney Got Aids throws the left hand but Tonissaar avoids the punch easily.
Tonissaar thows a leg kick but Barney Got Aids checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL2#
Barney Got Aids moves into the clinch.
Barney Got Aids misses with some punches.
Tonissaar lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tonissaar blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barney Got Aids lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from Tonissaar on the inside.
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!
Barney Got Aids throws a head punch that misses.
Tonissaar misses with a body punch.
Tonissaar blocks a body shot from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar tries to work over Barney Got Aids's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barney Got Aids lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tonissaar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Barney Got Aids throws a punch but it's blocked by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar misses with a punch on the inside.
Barney Got Aids tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tonissaar's elbow.
Tonissaar tries a body shot but Barney Got Aids blocks it.
Tonissaar doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tonissaar misses with some punches.
Tonissaar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tonissaar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barney Got Aids lands a right hand.
Tonissaar doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barney Got Aids lands a nice shot to the body.
Tonissaar tries to throw a body punch but Barney Got Aids avoids it by throwing Tonissaar back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tonissaar fails to land.
Barney Got Aids tries a body shot but Tonissaar blocks it.
Barney Got Aids lands an uppercut.#BC#
Tonissaar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice jab there from Barney Got Aids.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barney Got Aids misses with a hook.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Barney Got Aids throws a leg kick but Tonissaar moved away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Damn Barney Got Aids will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Barney Got Aids bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tonissaar's head.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Barney Got Aids avoids it easily.
Barney Got Aids looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Barney Got Aids checks a low kick from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar slips under a jab from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar misses with a hook. Barney Got Aids ducked under it nicely.
Damn Barney Got Aids seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Barney Got Aids avoids the head kick by Tonissaar.
A cross from Tonissaar lands.
Barney Got Aids on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tonissaar. Tonissaar obviously looking to wear him down.
A leg kick checked by Tonissaar.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Barney Got Aids 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.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Barney Got Aids.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barney Got Aids blocks a jab.
Barney Got Aids throws out a counter right but Tonissaar avoids it with no problem.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body kick.
Tonissaar works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Barney Got Aids checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tonissaar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barney Got Aids.#T1#
Tonissaar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from Barney Got Aids misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Barney Got Aids. That snapped Tonissaar's head back.
Barney Got Aids wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A nice leg kick from Tonissaar, right into the meat of the thigh.
Barney Got Aids lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Barney Got Aids throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tonissaar throws out a loose jab but Barney Got Aids uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tonissaar's corner calls for a 1-2. Tonissaar obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Tonissaar with a nice cross.
Barney Got Aids misses with a hook. Tonissaar ducked under it nicely.
Tonissaar ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barney Got Aids misses the jab.
Barney Got Aids tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tonissaar was well out of range. Poor timing from Barney Got Aids.#T2#
Tonissaar misses the shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tonissaar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar tried to counter with a leg kick but Barney Got Aids avoided it.
Tonissaar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice jab there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar misses with the body kick
and Barney Got Aids counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tonissaar takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Barney Got Aids connects with a leg kick.
A big right from Barney Got Aids misses.
Tonissaar drops his hands momentarily and Barney Got Aids takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tonissaar throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tonissaar misses with a body punch
and Barney Got Aids counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tonissaar swings for the body but Barney Got Aids moves out of range.
Barney Got Aids replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tonissaar blocks it well.
Tonissaar misses with an uppercut. Barney Got Aids saw that one coming.
Barney Got Aids looks to throw the jab but Tonissaar is out of range.
Barney Got Aids keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barney Got Aids only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T3#
Barney Got Aids checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tonissaar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Barney Got Aids uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tonissaar.
A jab lands there for Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but Barney Got Aids sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids tries to land a leg kick but Tonissaar saw it coming and moves away.
Tonissaar appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Barney Got Aids comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tonissaar tries to land a leg kick but Barney Got Aids saw it coming and moves away.
It seemed like Barney Got Aids was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Barney Got Aids goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tonissaar pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Barney Got Aids scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Barney Got Aids lands a nice shot that snaps Tonissaar's head back.
Tonissaar throws a right hand that misses
and Barney Got Aids counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Barney Got Aids throws a leg kick but Tonissaar checks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tonissaar on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tonissaar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barney Got Aids sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Barney Got Aids finds it's target.
Tonissaar moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Barney Got Aids has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids lands a slapping body shot.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but Barney Got Aids moved away.
Tonissaar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar checks the leg kick.
Barney Got Aids moves out of range of the leg kick from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Barney Got Aids throws a hook to the side of Tonissaar's head but Tonissaar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barney Got Aids blocks a head kick by Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids looks to throw the jab but Tonissaar is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damn Barney Got Aids showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Barney Got Aids connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Barney Got Aids lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Barney Got Aids is just out of range.
Tonissaar scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Barney Got Aids throws a hook to the side of Tonissaar's head but Tonissaar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barney Got Aids misses with a looping left.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Barney Got Aids avoids it easily.
Barney Got Aids's corner calls for a 1-2. Barney Got Aids obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tonissaar blocks a jab.
Tonissaar misses with a right hand
and Barney Got Aids counters with a right hand to the body.
Barney Got Aids throws a poor cross that misses
and Tonissaar counters with a slapping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left lands for Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids throws a front kick that sends Tonissaar stumbling back into the cage.
Some bone on bone action there as Tonissaar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tonissaar finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Barney Got Aids thumps Tonissaar with a low kick.#T1#
Tonissaar keeps the fight on the outside.
A good leg kick by Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids misses with a lunging right hand
and Tonissaar counters with a good low kick that Barney Got Aids was not able to check.
Tonissaar misses with a jab to the body
and Barney Got Aids counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Barney Got Aids waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tonissaar.
Tonissaar looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Barney Got Aids throws a body punch but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Tonissaar lands a nice shot to the body.
Barney Got Aids blocks a jab.
Barney Got Aids throws a shot from downtown. Tonissaar moves away and avoids it.
Tonissaar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tonissaar cracks Barney Got Aids with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tonissaar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Barney Got Aids scores with a four punch combination!
Tonissaar tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Barney Got Aids is able to avoid easily.
Barney Got Aids uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tonissaar.#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!
Nice body punch from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tonissaar.
A big left from Barney Got Aids misses.
Barney Got Aids blocks a jab.
Barney Got Aids looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Barney Got Aids scores with a hook.
Tonissaar tries a head kick but it misses.
Barney Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws an overhand right that lands on Barney Got Aids's shoulder, as Barney Got Aids tries to avoid the shot.
Tonissaar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barney Got Aids was well out of range. Poor timing from Tonissaar.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Barney Got Aids checks a leg kick.
Barney Got Aids is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Barney Got Aids moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tonissaar with a nice cross.#T3#
Tonissaar cracks Barney Got Aids with an open hand slap.
Tonissaar connects with a jab.
Barney Got Aids throws the kick towards the body but Tonissaar avoids it.
Barney Got Aids jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Barney Got Aids throws a series of punches but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Barney Got Aids scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tonissaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barney Got Aids moves away.
Tonissaar takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Barney Got Aids on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A clash of legs there as Tonissaar blocks the low kick.
Tonissaar slips a straight right by Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids 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 low kick from Tonissaar misses
and Barney Got Aids cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Barney Got Aids fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tonissaar is out of range. #T4#
Barney Got Aids ducks under a wild hook from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar with the inside leg kick.
Tonissaar scoring well with a low kick there.
Tonissaar looks to land a right hand but Barney Got Aids moved out of range.
Barney Got Aids cracks Tonissaar with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Barney Got Aids loads up on a big right hand but Tonissaar slips the punch.
Barney Got Aids throws a body punch but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Barney Got Aids looks to land a left hand but Tonissaar moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Tonissaar was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids slips a jab from Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Barney Got Aids throws the kick towards the body but Tonissaar avoids it.
Barney Got Aids's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Barney Got Aids was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Barney Got Aids stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Barney Got Aids lands a nice hook to Tonissaar's body. Tonissaar takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tonissaar misses with a looping right.
Barney Got Aids looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barney Got Aids connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Damn Barney Got Aids just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Tonissaar's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Tonissaar lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Barney Got Aids throws a head kick but Tonissaar moves out of range.
Tonissaar 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 Tonissaar. Barney Got Aids does a little dance to reset his feet.
Barney Got Aids misses the jab.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Barney Got Aids throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Barney Got Aids looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tonissaar throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Barney Got Aids.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Barney Got Aids misses.
Tonissaar throws a sloppy body shot
and Barney Got Aids counters with a nice uppercut.
Barney Got Aids misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tonissaar moves out of range as Barney Got Aids strikes.
Both fighters circling a little - Barney Got Aids finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T1#
Barney Got Aids misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barney Got Aids throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tonissaar fires out a quick counter leg kick but Barney Got Aids just manages to avoid it.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids misses with a hook
and Tonissaar counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tonissaar misses with a kick to the body
and Barney Got Aids counters with a body kick that stops Tonissaar in his tracks momentarily.
No joy there for Barney Got Aids, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tonissaar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Barney Got Aids doesn't seem bothered though.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the side of Barney Got Aids's head but Barney Got Aids sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tonissaar shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Barney Got Aids throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tonissaar lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Barney Got Aids pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barney Got Aids takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tonissaar takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
A combination from Tonissaar does no damage.
Barney Got Aids doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Barney Got Aids, as that shot connected.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the body.
Barney Got Aids scores with a kick to the body.
Tonissaar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barney Got Aids.
That kick from Tonissaar tenderised Barney Got Aids's leg. Barney Got Aids is trying to keep his angry face on.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body shot.
Tonissaar fires out a quick counter leg kick but Barney Got Aids just manages to avoid it.
Barney Got Aids uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids throws out a counter right but Tonissaar avoids it with no problem.
Barney Got Aids checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tonissaar tried to score with a low kick but Barney Got Aids checks it.
Tonissaar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barney Got Aids was well out of range. Poor timing from Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Barney Got Aids blocks it.
Barney Got Aids's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tonissaar under the eye.#T3#
Tonissaar getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Barney Got Aids looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nice defenses there by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Barney Got Aids avoids it easily.
Tonissaar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tonissaar blocks the body kick.
It looked like Tonissaar was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Barney Got Aids.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Barney Got Aids checks a leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Barney Got Aids, as that shot connected.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids wants to clinch up but Tonissaar keeps it at a distance.
Barney Got Aids gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tonissaar gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Barney Got Aids misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4#
Tonissaar changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tonissaar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tonissaar.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barney Got Aids scores with a kick to the midsection.
Barney Got Aids uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids throws out a counter right but Tonissaar avoids it with no problem.
Tonissaar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Barney Got Aids moves away from the strike by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Barney Got Aids misses the shot to the body.
Some wild striking there from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids staying out of range there.
Tonissaar takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Barney Got Aids missing with a left hand there. Tonissaar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tonissaar takes a swing at Barney Got Aids's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Damn Barney Got Aids will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Tonissaar doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tonissaar looks to land a right hand but Barney Got Aids moved out of range.
Barney Got Aids misses with an uppercut
and Tonissaar counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick
and Barney Got Aids counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Barney Got Aids keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tonissaar has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Barney Got Aids finds it's way round the side to connect with Tonissaar's head.
Barney Got Aids ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Barney Got Aids misses with a wild body shot.
Barney Got Aids takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tonissaar takes one to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonissaar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar throwing a counter right hand but Barney Got Aids manages to avoid it.
Barney Got Aids scores with a jab to the head.
Barney Got Aids lands a high kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tonissaar throws a right hand that misses
and Barney Got Aids connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Barney Got Aids blocks the low kick.
Tonissaar fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Barney Got Aids checks it well.
Barney Got Aids was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL2#
Barney Got Aids gets a clinch.
Barney Got Aids tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tonissaar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barney Got Aids misses with the head strike.
Barney Got Aids misses with some punches.
A short body shot lands from Tonissaar as the two fighters clinch.
Barney Got Aids misses with a punch on the inside.
Tonissaar lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Tonissaar escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barney Got Aids lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tonissaar will feel that in the morning.#CL2#
Barney Got Aids has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tonissaar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barney Got Aids blocking some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tonissaar.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids lands a left hand. #T2#
Barney Got Aids's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barney Got Aids lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tonissaar backwards.
Barney Got Aids misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tonissaar blocks a body shot from Barney Got Aids.
Damn Barney Got Aids seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tonissaar lands a right hand that snaps the head of Barney Got Aids backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tonissaar.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barney Got Aids blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barney Got Aids misses with a punch to the body.
Barney Got Aids is working Tonissaar over against the cage.
Barney Got Aids lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Tonissaar.
Barney Got Aids misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barney Got Aids fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tonissaar.
A short uppercut from Barney Got Aids.
Tonissaar lands with a left to the head.
Baruto Tonissaar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tonissaar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tonissaar misses with some punches.
A short right from Tonissaar.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barney Got Aids's elbow.
Barney Got Aids scores with a shot to the side of Tonissaar's head.
A short right from Barney Got Aids on the inside. #BC#
Tonissaar manages to break the clinch.
Tonissaar lands a right hook to the body.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body kick.
Barney Got Aids misses with a hook
and Tonissaar counters with a leg kick.
Tonissaar lands a nice shot that snaps Barney Got Aids's head back.
A low kick from Tonissaar is predictable there
and Barney Got Aids counters with a nice uppercut.
Tonissaar misses the jab.
Barney Got Aids moves out of range as Tonissaar strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barney Got Aids digs a good hook to Tonissaar's body. #T4#
Tonissaar keeps the fight on the outside.
Tonissaar misses the shot to the body.
Barney Got Aids throws a jab when Tonissaar was well out of range.
Tonissaar looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tonissaar just misses with a punch to the body.
Barney Got Aids misses with a straight left.
Barney Got Aids throws a hook but Tonissaar avoids it easily.
Barney Got Aids throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tonissaar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tonissaar misses the shot to the body.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick which misses Barney Got Aids's front leg but catches the back leg as Barney Got Aids tries to avoid it.
Barney Got Aids lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tonissaar's sensitive parts.
Barney Got Aids with the inside leg kick. #CL2#
Barney Got Aids darts in and clinches Tonissaar up against the cage.
Barney Got Aids scores with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Damn Barney Got Aids comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Barney Got Aids 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 46:50
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 48:49
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damn Barney Got Aids!
Damn Barney Got Aids is the new middleweight champion!
An out of breath Damn Barney Got Aids thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 70 - Nickel vs Tonissaar
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Bates looks to score with a jab to the body but Barney Got Aids is just out of range.
Barney Got Aids thinks about countering with a body kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bates checks a leg kick.
Bates tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bates misses with a right hand
and Barney Got Aids counters with a nice uppercut.
Barney Got Aids lands a leg kick that knocks Bates off balance momentarily.#TD2#
Bates looking to score a takedown here. Barney Got Aids is defending well but Bates drives through and ends up in Barney Got Aids's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bates showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Barney Got Aids is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Barney Got Aids has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Barney Got Aids is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Convicted Fight Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Bates pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Barney Got Aids is keeping the position for now.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
Bates is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Barney Got Aids uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bates.
Bates loads up on a big right hand but Barney Got Aids slips the punch.
Barney Got Aids takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Barney Got Aids goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bates looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Barney Got Aids was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Barney Got Aids fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bates is out of range.
Bates throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barney Got Aids sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barney Got Aids throws the kick towards the body but Bates avoids it.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick, spinning off balance#CL2#
and Bates holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T3#
Bates is trying to pull guard but Barney Got Aids has him pressed against the cage.
Barney Got Aids doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bates is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Barney Got Aids is defending well.
Bates throws an elbow but it misses.
Bates swings wildly with an uppercut but Barney Got Aids uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bates.
Barney Got Aids lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bates backwards.
Barney Got Aids fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barney Got Aids throws a head punch that misses.
Barney Got Aids lands a nice shot to the body.
Barney Got Aids struggles to land a body shot inside as Bates controls his hands.
Barney Got Aids lands with a right to the head.
Barney Got Aids lands a hook that snaps the head of Bates backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barney Got Aids creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bates fails to pull guard.
Damn Barney Got Aids has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Armad Bates.
Barney Got Aids lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bates backwards.
Bates is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Barney Got Aids to keep the fight standing.
Bates has a couple of punches blocked by Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Barney Got Aids lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bates.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bates blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barney Got Aids doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barney Got Aids fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barney Got Aids misses with a punch on the inside.
Bates lands a nice shot to the body.
Barney Got Aids swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bates misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Bates ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Bates no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Bates working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Barney Got Aids doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Barney Got Aids manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Barney Got Aids tries to free his leg and advance position but Bates is retaining full guard.
Barney Got Aids is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Barney Got Aids passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damn Barney Got Aids dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Barney Got Aids throws a body punch but Bates moves out of range.
Barney Got Aids with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bates tries to close the distance and clinch but Barney Got Aids swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Barney Got Aids is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bates can do to turn this around?
Bates fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Barney Got Aids is out of range.
Barney Got Aids is looking to counter punch.
Bates throws a body shot but no joy.
Bates throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Barney Got Aids stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bates misses with a jab to the body
and Barney Got Aids counters with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bates takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Some bone on bone action there as Barney Got Aids checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bates tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barney Got Aids was well out of range. Poor timing from Bates.#T1#
Barney Got Aids ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Barney Got Aids throws a front kick that sends Bates stumbling back into the cage.
Bates defending well as Barney Got Aids loads up on a big left hand.
Bates misses with a wild body shot.
Barney Got Aids jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bates lands with a good body shot.
Bates moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bates will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Barney Got Aids circles away from the clinch attempt
and Barney Got Aids counters with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Barney Got Aids throws a looping overhand right but Bates ducks down to avoid it.
Barney Got Aids scores with a kick to the midsection.
Bates looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Barney Got Aids is fending him off so far but Bates persists. Nope, Barney Got Aids circles away and we're back to standing.
Barney Got Aids jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Barney Got Aids connects with a solid leg kick.
Barney Got Aids is looking to land body kicks.
And Bates tries to counter it with a takedown but Barney Got Aids pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bates looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Damn Barney Got Aids has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Armad Bates.
Barney Got Aids throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Damn Barney Got Aids is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Bates loads up on a big right hand but Barney Got Aids slips the punch.
Barney Got Aids displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bates throws out the jab.
Bates misses with a left hand
and Barney Got Aids finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Barney Got Aids throws a body punch but Bates moves out of range.
Barney Got Aids uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Barney Got Aids tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bates tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bates avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barney Got Aids throws a jab but it's blocked by Bates.
Bates changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Barney Got Aids tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bates is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Barney Got Aids.
Bates keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bates, as that shot connected.
Barney Got Aids scores with a push kick.
Bates uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barney Got Aids uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bates.
Barney Got Aids paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damn Barney Got Aids dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bates moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Barney Got Aids takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Barney Got Aids throws a hook but Bates blocks it.
Bates takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bates throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Bates gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bates fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Barney Got Aids pushes Bates back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Barney Got Aids fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bates blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Barney Got Aids.
Bates has a couple of punches blocked by Barney Got Aids. #TD2#
Bates jumps into guard, dragging Barney Got Aids to the mat. #T1#
Barney Got Aids tries to free his leg and advance position but Bates is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Barney Got Aids got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bates has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Barney Got Aids has managed to get both his arms back between Bates's legs - danger averted.
Bates being controlled here, momentarily.
Barney Got Aids stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bates swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Bates is looking for a triangle but Barney Got Aids pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bates being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Bates looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Barney Got Aids slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Bates is trying to control the position but Barney Got Aids postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Barney Got Aids lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
Bates takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bates keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bates misses with a wild body shot.
Bates takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bates connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Barney Got Aids wants to slow Bates down by chopping away at his legs.
Bates drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Barney Got Aids defends it well.
Barney Got Aids dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Barney Got Aids throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bates counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Barney Got Aids thinking.
Armad Bates has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
A solid body kick from Barney Got Aids.
Barney Got Aids misses with a body shot.
Bates wants to clinch up but Barney Got Aids keeps it at a distance.
Barney Got Aids looks to score with a jab to the body but Bates is just out of range.
Bates rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bates fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barney Got Aids. Bates does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bates takes a swing at Barney Got Aids's ribcage but misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Damn Barney Got Aids showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Barney Got Aids, 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: HFC 63 - McGuire vs Gunner
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Rex throws a right hand that misses
and Battle counters with a good low kick that Rex was not able to check.
Rex looks to land a body kick but Battle moved away.
Rex misses with a straight right.
Battle was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rex misses with a left hand
and Battle counters with a stiff right hand.
Battle throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rex on the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Rex.
An attempted straight right counter from Battle misses the target.
Battle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rex ducks under a wild hook from Battle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Rex counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Dre Battle has been cut.
Rex is looking to land body kicks.
Rex bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Battle's head backwards.#T1#
Rex tests Battle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rex tries to land a body kick
and Battle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rex throws a body kick that misses.
Battle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rex looks to land a right hand but Battle moved out of range.
Rex rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Battle counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Battle can't find room to land a body shot as Rex controls the action.
Rex blocks an uppercut.
Battle dodges an elbow strike from Rex.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Battle.
Rex blocks a body shot from Battle.
Rex is working Battle over against the cage.
I was talking to Battle's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rex tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rex misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Rex misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rex tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rex doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rex lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch on the inside from Rex fails to land.
Rex blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rex tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Battle's elbow.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rex prevents a body shot from Battle.
Rex misses with the head strike.
Rex throws a punch but it's blocked by Battle.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rex is leaning against Battle and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Battle tries a body shot but Rex blocks it.
Rex fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Battle tries to throw a body punch but Rex avoids it by throwing Battle back against the cage.
Rex blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rex goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Battle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rex fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rex working aggressively here.
Battle lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rex backwards.
Battle lands a body punch in the clinch.
Battle blocking some punches.
Rex makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rex tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Rex - that landed with a thud.
Rex scores with a shoulder strike.
Rex working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Battle cracks Rex with a nice body shot.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rex lands a body shot.
Rex lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Battle dodges an elbow strike from Rex.
Battle misses with some punches.
Battle can't find room to land a body shot as Rex controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Battle as the two fighters clinch. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rex lands a nice uppercut.
Battle lands a body shot.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Rex goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rex lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rex tries to throw a body punch but Battle avoids it by throwing Rex back against the cage.
Rex blocks a body shot from Battle.
A nice left hand lands by Rex.
Battle blocks an uppercut.
Battle lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Rex.
Battle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rex misses with some punches.
Battle has a couple of punches blocked by Rex.
Rex lands a right hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Battle.
Rex tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle lands with a short shot to the head.
Battle tries to work over Rex's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sabotage Rex will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dre Battle'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#
Rex misses with the body kick
and Battle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dre Battle is winning the standup battle so far.
Rex misses with a hook. Battle ducked under it nicely.
Rex tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Rex swings widly with a right hand
and Battle counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Battle looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rex swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rex misses with a straight right.
A counter left hand to the body from Battle misses its target.
Battle darts in trying to clinch
and Rex connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rex swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Battle seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Rex throws a half hearted mid kick.
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! Rex throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Battle is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the cage! Wow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Sabotage Rex!
Sabotage Rex is the new middleweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Sabotage Rex started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Dre Battle was interviewed post fight and said 'Black Fighters Matter.'.

Event: HFC 60 - David vs Goliath
Date: Feb 13, 2021

#R1#
Battle throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wanker takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Battle misses with a hook.
Wanker throws a hook to the side of Battle's head but Battle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Battle follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Wanker 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.
Battle wants to slow Wanker down by chopping away at his legs.
Wanker moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Battle gets tackled into the cage by Wanker. Wanker maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Battle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wanker misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid body kick from Battle.
Battle misses with a straight left.
Battle turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wanker throws a lazy right hand but Battle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Battle throws a lazy uppercut
and Wanker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wanker seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Wanker throws a hook but Battle avoids it easily.
And Battle responds with a good body kick, but Wanker manages to step out the way in time.
Battle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Battle throws a right hand that misses
and Wanker counters with a nice uppercut.
Battle scores with a body shot. #CL#
Wanker has Battle up against the cage in a clinch.
Battle is trying to break free.
Wanker blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Wanker scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wanker throws a head punch that misses.
Wanker lands a shoulder strike.
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wanker's elbow.
Battle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Battle scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Battle blocking some punches.
Wanker keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Battle's efforts to push away.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Battle.
Wanker keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Battle's efforts to push away.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wanker. #TD#
Wanker jumps guard. #SUB#
Wanker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Battle gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Battle got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wanker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Battle has managed to get both his arms back between Wanker's legs - danger averted.
Battle is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Battle wants to control from the top but Wanker keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Wanker had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Battle defends it easily.#SUB#
Wanker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Battle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Battle wants to control from the top but Wanker keeps moving.
Battle is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Wanker isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Battle stacks Wanker on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Battle!
Battle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wanker keeps working.
Wanker is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Battle is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Wanker tries to hold on but Battle postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wanker is looking to get to half guard.
Battle content just to control the position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dre Battle will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Good leg kick by Battle.
Battle slips a jab from Wanker.
Battle with a nice calf kick.
Battle throws a body shot but no joy.
Wanker misses with a left hand
and Battle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wanker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wanker lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Wanker clinches with his opponent.
Battle blocking some punches.
Wanker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Battle pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Battle slips a straight right by Wanker.#T1#
Wanker throws a good cross that connects.
Wanker is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#KD#
Wanker cracks Battle with a big right hand and Battle goes down!#CUT#It looks like Dre Battle has been cut.
Wanker wants to pass the guard but Battle is keeping the position.
Battle keeping moving, preventing Wanker from controlling successfully.
Wanker is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Battle is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Wanker drops back looking for a leg! Battle is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Battle manages to kick Wanker off! Wanker jumps back into Battle's guard.
Wanker prevents Battle from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Wanker trying to control but Battle is working from the bottom.
Wanker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Wanker trying to control the position from guard on top but Battle 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 nice inside leg kick there by Battle. That's going to slow Wanker down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wanker defending well as Battle loads up on a big left hand.
Battle lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Battle takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Wanker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Battle moves away.
Battle let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The fighters circling - Wanker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Battle throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wanker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Battle misses with a lunging right hand
and Wanker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Battle avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Battle throws a leg kick that is checked
and Wanker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Battle misses with a hook
enabling Wanker to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#Battle is rocked!
Wanker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Battle now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Battle is still on wobbly legs! Can Wanker finish him?
Wanker swings widly with a right hand
and Battle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Crack! Wanker connects with the perfect overhand right and Battle falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Wanker!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Massive Wanker!
Massive Wanker took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Happy Valentines Day, bitch. You just got fucked!'.
The defeated Dre Battle had this to say: 'Black Fighters Matter.'.

Event: HFC 55 - Dos Anjos vs Battle
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Battle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dos Anjos counters with a right hand to the body.
Battle connects with a body shot that sends Dos Anjos's belly button to the back.
Dos Anjos throws a body punch but Battle moves out of range.
Battle throws out a counter right but Dos Anjos avoids it with no problem.
Battle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dos Anjos sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Battle throws out a loose jab but Dos Anjos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Battle loads up on a big right hand but Dos Anjos slips the punch.
Dos Anjos throws a leg kick that misses.
Battle fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dos Anjos checks it well.
Battle tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dos Anjos is able to avoid easily.
Dos Anjos slips a jab from Battle.
Battle throws a leg kick but Dos Anjos sees it coming and moves out of range.
Battle takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dos Anjos scores with a kick to the midsection.
Battle swats away the attempt to clinch by Dos Anjos.
Nice body kick there by Dos Anjos.
Battle takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Dos Anjos fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Battle manages to avoid it.
Dos Anjos dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Battle keeps the fight on the outside.
Battle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos blocks the body kick.
Dos Anjos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Battle throws an overhand right that lands on Dos Anjos's shoulder, as Dos Anjos tries to avoid the shot.
Dre Battle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Battle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Battle throws a big shot that misses.
Dre Battle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dos Anjos scores with a decent looking hook.
Dos Anjos digs a good hook to Battle's body.
Dos Anjos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Battle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dos Anjos lands a nice looking kick to the body. Battle takes a step back to recover.
Dos Anjos comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Battle misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Battle looks to land a right hand but Dos Anjos moved out of range.
Dos Anjos pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Battle takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Battle throws a wild body kick that Dos Anjos sees coming a mile off.
Dos Anjos keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Battle.
Dos Anjos was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Battle scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT2#It looks like Ademaro Dos Anjos has been cut.
Battle avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dos Anjos moves in looking to clinch but Battle pushes him off.
Battle scores with a sloppy right hand. Dos Anjos should have avoided that one.
Battle with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dos Anjos to score with a decent uppercut.
Dos Anjos dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Battle manages to break the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dos Anjos. That's going to slow Battle down.
Battle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dos Anjos has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Battle finds it's way round the side to connect with Dos Anjos's head. #T3#
Dos Anjos takes one to the chin there.
Dos Anjos throws a body punch but Battle moves out of range.
Dos Anjos sizes up Battle with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dos Anjos scores with a punch to the head.
No joy there for Battle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Battle cracks a nice hook into Dos Anjos's ribs.
Dos Anjos scores with a jab to the jaw.
Battle swings widly with a right hand
and Dos Anjos counters with a nice body shot.
Battle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dos Anjos misses with an uppercut.
Battle throws a head kick that half lands.
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!
Battle throws a body kick that misses
and Dos Anjos counters with a stiff right hand.
Dos Anjos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Battle moves away.
Dos Anjos fails with the takedown
and Battle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dos Anjos smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Battle.
Dos Anjos moves in looking to clinch but Battle pushes him off.
Dos Anjos lands with a hook. Battle tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Battle moves out of range of the body kick.
Battle's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dos Anjos under the eye.
Battle misses with a right hand
and Dos Anjos counters with a right hand to the body.
Battle tries to land a front kick but Dos Anjos steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dos Anjos takes a swing at Battle's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Dos Anjos does it's job there.
Dos Anjos tries to clinch there but Battle circles away.
Dos Anjos misses the jab.
Dos Anjos's jab looks to have found its range, popping Battle under the eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big left from Battle misses.
A jab from Battle finds it's way through Dos Anjos's defenses.
Dos Anjos has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Battle finds it's way round the side to connect with Dos Anjos's 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 Ademaro Dos Anjos will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ademaro Dos Anjos's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Jab, jab by Battle - just one landing.
Dos Anjos avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Battle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dos Anjos avoids the body shot from Battle.
Battle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Battle tries a head kick but it misses.
Dos Anjos tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Battle paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Battle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Battle goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dos Anjos seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Dos Anjos pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice uppercut there from Battle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dos Anjos throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Battle was covering up waiting for the punch and Dos Anjos finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Battle pulls Dos Anjos in close to his closed guard and prevents Dos Anjos from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dos Anjos wants to control from the top but Battle keeps moving. #T1#
Dos Anjos 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.
Dos Anjos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Battle is keeping the position for now.
Battle controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dos Anjos misses with a hook.
Dos Anjos changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dos Anjos misses with a looping left.
Battle throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Dos Anjos counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Battle lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Battle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dos Anjos.
Battle misses with a lunging right hand
and Dos Anjos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dos Anjos tries to land a leg kick but Battle saw it coming and moves away.
Dos Anjos darts in trying to clinch
enabling Battle to counter with a crisp jab.
Dos Anjos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Battle throws out a counter right but Dos Anjos avoids it with no problem.
Battle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dre Battle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dos Anjos dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dos Anjos is looking to wear down Battle with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A big right from Battle misses. #T3#
Dos Anjos scores with a crisp jab that stopped Battle in his tracks.
Dos Anjos misses with a series of wild punches.
Battle misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dos Anjos just misses with a punch to the body.
Battle misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dos Anjos lands with a nice body punch.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Dos Anjos here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Dos Anjos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Battle slips a jab from Dos Anjos.
Battle throws a leg kick but Dos Anjos sees it coming and moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Battle. #TD#
Dos Anjos shoots in and gets a takedown into Battle's guard.

Battle has his feet on Dos Anjos's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
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!
Battle buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Battle throws a jab but it's blocked by Dos Anjos. #T4#
Battle stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dos Anjos.
Battle lands with a right hand.
Battle takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
The fighters circling - Dos Anjos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A bone on bone clash there as Dos Anjos blocks the leg kick.
Dos Anjos tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Battle manages to circle out of the way.
Battle works the jab nicely.
Dos Anjos misses with a double jab.
A nice leg kick from Battle, right into the meat of the thigh.
Battle throws a head kick that misses.
Dos Anjos uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Battle.
Battle misses with a kick to the body.
Dos Anjos uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Battle.
Battle misses with a hook.
Battle circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dos Anjos throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Battle on the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dre Battle will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ademaro Dos Anjos's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Dos Anjos ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Battle stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Battle throws a push kick but Dos Anjos slaps the foot to one side.
Dos Anjos takes one to the side of the head. #CL#
Dos Anjos closes the distance and pushes Battle back into the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Battle. #BC2#
Battle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A cross from Battle lands.
Dos Anjos uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Battle.
Dos Anjos takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dos Anjos shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dos Anjos throws a body punch but Battle moves out of range.
Dos Anjos misses with a wild body shot.
Dos Anjos scores with a nice right hand.
Battle looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dos Anjos connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
A combination from Battle does no damage.
Dos Anjos doesn't manage to clinch there - Battle circles away.
Battle has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos with a hook.
Dos Anjos fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Battle walks into a stiff left hand from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos doesn't manage to clinch there - Battle circles away.
Dos Anjos looks for the body kick but Battle saw that one coming.
Dos Anjos on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Battle. Battle obviously looking to wear him down.
Dos Anjos misses with a low kick.
Battle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dos Anjos throws a body shot but no joy.
Dos Anjos throws a body punch but Battle moves out of range.
Battle lands with a shot to the body.
Battle throws a quick inside leg kick.
Battle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dos Anjos.
A telegraphed right hand from Dos Anjos misses the target. #T2#
Dos Anjos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Battle.
Battle scores with a nice right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Battle looks to land a left hand but Dos Anjos moved out of range nicely.
Dos Anjos was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Battle darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT2#Ademaro Dos Anjos's cut is getting worse.
Battle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Battle misses with a head kick.
Dos Anjos jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dos Anjos lands a nice leg kick that just misses Battle's sensitive parts.
Dos Anjos moves out of range as Battle strikes.
Dos Anjos is trying hard to land a takedown here. Battle sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Battle takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Battle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dos Anjos.
Battle lands a head kick. Dos Anjos smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Battle moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL#
Dos Anjos drives through and clinches with Battle against the cage. #T3#
Dos Anjos misses with a short punch on the inside.
Knees in the clinch landing for Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos tries to land knees in the clinch but Battle avoids the damage to the body.
Battle has a couple of punches blocked by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos misses with a knee strike.
Dos Anjos misses with a punch to the body.
Battle misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Battle fails to land.
Battle lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dos Anjos struggles to land a body shot inside as Battle controls his hands. #BC2#
Battle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dos Anjos misses with a kick to the body.
Battle throws an off balance right hand
and Dos Anjos counters with a nice body shot.
Battle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dos Anjos lands a jab to Battle's midsection.
Dos Anjos looks to score with a jab to the body but Battle is just out of range.#T4#
Dos Anjos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dos Anjos looks for the body kick but Battle saw that one coming.
Dos Anjos throws a jab when Battle was well out of range.
Battle throws a jab but it's blocked by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos scores with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Battle.
Battle takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Battle does it's job there.
Dos Anjos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dos Anjos chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Battle can pounce on him.
Battle throws a head kick that misses.
Dos Anjos takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dos Anjos throws a front kick that sends Battle stumbling back into the cage.
Dos Anjos tries to clinch up.
Dos Anjos throws a looping overhand right but Battle ducks down to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Dre Battle just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Ademaro Dos Anjos'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.#R4#
Battle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dos Anjos lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dos Anjos looks to land a body kick but Battle moved away.
Dos Anjos explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Battle misses with a right hand
and Dos Anjos counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Battle throws a nice looking combination but Dos Anjos bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Dos Anjos pushes Battle up against the cage in a clinch.
Dos Anjos landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Battle is trying to break the clinch but Dos Anjos has him pressed against the cage.
Dos Anjos with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Dre Battle has been cut.
Dos Anjos scores a nice knee to the body.
Battle takes a shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dos Anjos scores with a nice hook to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Dos Anjos.
Battle is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Dos Anjos lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short left from Dos Anjos. #T1#
Battle misses with the head strike.
Dos Anjos unloads a knee to the mid-section. Battle lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Dos Anjos is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dos Anjos lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dos Anjos lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Battle managing to block the knees to the body from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Battle avoids it.
Battle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Dos Anjos tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dos Anjos seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Battle can turn it around.
Ademaro Dos Anjos has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Battle wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Dos Anjos tries a body shot but Battle blocks it.
Dos Anjos lands a right hand that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Battle. #BC2#
Battle breaks the clinch. #TD#
Dos Anjos decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dos Anjos is trying to control. Battle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2##SUB#
Dos Anjos is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Battle is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Dos Anjos is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Battle sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dos Anjos prevents Battle from improving his position.
Battle is trying to maintain the position but Dos Anjos is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Dos Anjos trying to control the pace.
Dos Anjos trying to advance position but Battle counters by regaining guard.
Dos Anjos passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Dos Anjos wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Battle, who protects the arm well. #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.
You can see the frustration on Battle's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dos Anjos trying to control the action but Battle is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dos Anjos looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've been hearing good reports from Dos Anjos's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Dos Anjos is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Battle is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Battle can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ademaro Dos Anjos had his way with Dre Battle in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Dos Anjos's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Battle stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dos Anjos connects with a crisp jab.
Battle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Battle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dos Anjos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Battle looks to score with a jab to the body but Dos Anjos is just out of range.
Battle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dos Anjos.
Battle looks to land a body kick but Dos Anjos moved away.
Battle looks to land a right hand but Dos Anjos moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle circles away from the clinch attempt.
Battle closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dos Anjos thuds his right hand into Battle's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Dos Anjos jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dos Anjos throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Dos Anjos on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dos Anjos has a takedown stuffed.
Dos Anjos lands a nice hook to Battle's body. Battle takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Battle throws a push kick but Dos Anjos slaps the foot to one side.
Battle misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dos Anjos counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dos Anjos wants to clinch.
Battle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dos Anjos.
It looked like Dos Anjos wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Battle throws a sloppy head kick and Dos Anjos moves out of range easily.
Dos Anjos throws a solid leg kick but Battle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dos Anjos.
Battle swats away the attempt to clinch by Dos Anjos.#T2#
Dos Anjos takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Dos Anjos walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Battle scores with a jab to the jaw.
Battle tries a head kick but it misses.
Dos Anjos scores with the left hand. Battle knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Battle on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Battle moves out of range of the body kick.
Battle throws a body punch but Dos Anjos moves out of range.
Dos Anjos feinted with a counter takedown.
Dos Anjos swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dos Anjos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dos Anjos throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Battle. That snapped Dos Anjos's head back.
Battle has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dos Anjos connects with a body shot.#T3#
Dos Anjos uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Battle.
Dos Anjos throws a poor cross that misses
and Battle counters with a body kick.
Dos Anjos throws a looping overhand right but Battle ducks down to avoid it.
As Dos Anjos backs off Battle throws a huge counter combo but Dos Anjos manages to avoid it all.
Dos Anjos bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dos Anjos is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Battle.
Battle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good standup being displayed there by Battle as he connects with a hook.
Dos Anjos with a hook.
Battle looks to score with a jab to the body but Dos Anjos is just out of range.
Battle scores with a kick to the body.
Battle throws a shot to the body.
Battle tries a head kick but it misses.
Dos Anjos tried to counter with a leg kick but Battle avoided it.
Battle misses with a body kick.
Dos Anjos takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dos Anjos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Battle was well out of range. Poor timing from Dos Anjos.#T4#
Dos Anjos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Battle misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dos Anjos is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Dos Anjos drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Dos Anjos is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Battle knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ademaro Dos Anjos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dos Anjos wants to control but Battle is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Dos Anjos goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Battle rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dos Anjos's guard! Nice work there by Battle!

And that's the end of the fight!
Dre Battle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Battle 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 47:48
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 47:48
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dre Battle!
Dre Battle is the new middleweight champion!
Our winner, Dre Battle, 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: HFC 51 - Heights vs Jahouli
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Nickel ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Battle misses the jab.
A jab from Nickel misses.
Nice body punch from Battle.
Nickel throws a lazy head kick
and Battle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nickel pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A cross from Battle lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickel swinging wildly here.
Battle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nickel misses with a body shot
and Battle counters with a good, hard body kick but Nickel shrugs it off.
Battle takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Nickel on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Battle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nickel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nickel takes one to the chin there.
Battle scores with a jab. Nickel acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Battle takes one on the button.
Battle 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.
Battle throws the left hand but Nickel avoids the punch easily.
Nickel lands with a nice body kick.
A head kick by Nickel misses
letting Battle counter with a right hand.
Battle throws a big shot that misses.
Nickel is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Nice body punch from Battle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from Battle misses.
Battle throws a looping overhand right but Nickel ducks down to avoid it.
Battle has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Battle there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nickel throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Battle to counter with a crisp jab.
Nickel takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Battle misses with a hook. Nickel ducked under it nicely.
Nickel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Battle drives through and clinches with Nickel against the cage.
Nickel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
Battle swings wildly with an uppercut but Nickel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Battle lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nickel or not. #T3#
Battle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Battle lands a body shot.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nickel stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Battle lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Battle lands a body punch in the clinch.
Battle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nickel.
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Battle digs a right hand underneath Nickel's ribcage. Nickel let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nickel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Battle lands a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Battle.
Battle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nickel.
Nickel is breathing heavily.
Battle lands with a light punch inside.
Nickel misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Battle scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Battle.
Battle lands a left hand.
Battle works on Nickel's body with a couple of short punches.
Battle has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nickel seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Battle can turn it around.#T4#
A right hand to the body from Battle.
Battle lands with a right to the head.
Nickel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
Battle lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nickel takes a shot to the head.
Battle scores with a shot to the side of Nickel's head.
Battle blocking some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Battle.
Battle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nickel can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action.
Battle cracks Nickel with a nice body shot.
Nickel misses with some punches.
Battle lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Battle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Battle scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Battle lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Battle stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Battle pushes Nickel back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Battle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nickels head.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dre Battle dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Battle ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nickel darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Battle cracks Nickel with an open hand slap.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A shot in the inside from Battle.
Nickel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Battle's elbow.
Nickel tries to throw a body punch but Battle avoids it by throwing Nickel back against the cage.
Battle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short body shot lands from Battle as the two fighters clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Battle tries to throw a body punch but Nickel avoids it by throwing Battle back against the cage.
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nickel looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Battle lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nickel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Battle misses with a body punch.
Battle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nickel.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Battle prevents a body shot from Nickel.
Battle lands a right hand.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
Battle struggles to land a body shot inside as Nickel controls his hands.
Battle lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nickel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nickel lands a body punch.
Battle lands with a left to the head.
Nickel struggles to land a body shot inside as Battle controls his hands.
Nickel blocks a body shot from Battle.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Battle.
Nickel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Battle struggles to land a body shot inside as Nickel controls his hands.
Battle throws a head punch that misses.
Battle misses with a body punch.
Battle misses with a punch on the inside.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A left hand lands to the body for Battle. #T2#
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Battle lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nickel backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nickel misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nickel.
Nickel misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Battle.
Nickel tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Nickel pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Battle has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nickel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Battle.
Battle swinging wildly here.
Nickel throws a poor cross that misses
and Battle counters with a straight right hand.
Battle throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nickel appears to be looking for a big counter.
Battle scores with a jab.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Nickel. Those never looked like landing.
Battle scores with the left hand. Nickel knows he should have avoided that one.
Nickel misses with a body shot.
Nickel checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Battle fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nickel looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Battle thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nickel if he has to take too many more of those.
Nickel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big left from Battle misses.
Dre Battle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Battle tries to clinch there but Nickel circles away. #CL2#
Battle gets a clinch.
Dre Battle seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T4#
Nickel takes a shot to the head.
Battle tries a body shot but Nickel blocks it.
Battle prevents a body shot from Nickel.
A short body shot lands from Battle as the two fighters clinch.
Battle lands with a right to the head.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Battle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Battle works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
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!
Nickel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Battle scores with a nice short uppercut.
Battle lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Battle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Battle takes a shot to the head.
Battle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Battle tries a body shot but Nickel blocks it.
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
Battle cracks Nickel with a nice body shot.
Battle lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nickel or not.
A nice left hand lands by Battle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Battle.
Nice body punch from Battle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dre Battle showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Nickel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Good exchange - Battle coming out on top.
Battle scores with a jab.
Battle jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nickel on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Battle lands a slapping body shot.
Battle takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Battle tries to clinch but Nickel is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickel misses with a left hand
and Battle counters with a nice uppercut.
Nickel takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Battle jabs at Nickel's body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Battle connects with a crisp jab.
Nickel walks into a left hand.
A jab lands there for Battle.
Nickel takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nickel throws an overhand right that lands on Battle's shoulder, as Battle tries to avoid the shot.
Nickel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Battle counters with a body kick.
Battle throws a body punch but Nickel moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Battle. That's going to slow Nickel down.
Nickel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Battle lands a nice looking kick to the body. Nickel takes a step back to recover.
Battle with a nice cross.
Jab by Battle.
Dre Battle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Battle - that will leave a mark!
A left lands for Battle.#CL2#
Battle rushes Nickel and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Battle working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Nickel.
Nickel scores with a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Battle.
Chip Nickel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nickel's elbow.
Nickel looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Battle struggles to land a body shot inside as Nickel controls his hands.
Nickel prevents a body shot from Battle.
A short right from Battle.
Battle tries a body shot but Nickel blocks it.
Good body shot from Battle.
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
Battle tries a body shot but Nickel blocks it.
Nice body punch from Battle.
Nickel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Battle's elbow.
Nickel swings wildly with an uppercut but Battle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nickel's elbow.
Battle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
A short body shot lands from Battle as the two fighters clinch.
Nickel misses with the head strike.
Battle lands a body shot in the clinch.
Battle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Battle lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Battle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Battle working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Still in the clinch, Nickel scores with a nice short uppercut.
Battle gets through Nickel's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Battle lands a nice uppercut.
Battle working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nice body punch from Battle.
Nice body punch from Battle.
Battle lands a left hand.
Battle tries to work over Nickel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Battle can't find room to land a body shot as Nickel controls the action.
Battle lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Battle lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nickel backwards.
Battle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nickel.
A head punch on the inside from Nickel fails to land.
A hook to the body from Battle.
Battle lands a left hand.
Battle works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dre Battle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Battle 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: HFC 46 - Slingin vs Lachance
Date: Nov 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yonic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Battle is fending him off so far but Yonic persists. Nope, Battle circles away and we're back to standing.
Yonic looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A punch lands to the side of Yonic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Yonic shoots in looking for a takedown but Battle manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Yonic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dre Battle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Yonic.
Yonic with a poor takedown
and Battle counters with a stiff right hand.
Battle scores with a jab.#ROC#Yonic is rocked!
Battle darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Yonic's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Battle before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dre Battle!
Dre Battle seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: HFC 42 - Slingin vs Yazzie
Date: Oct 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Komua on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Battle. Battle obviously looking to wear him down.
Battle connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Battle throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Komua! But no joy.
Komua throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Battle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Battle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Komua was well out of range. Poor timing from Battle.
Battle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Komua throws a jab but it's blocked by Battle.
Komua uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Battle.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Komua.
Battle misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komua avoids the body shot from Battle.
Battle staying out of range there.
Battle staying out of range there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Komua.
A jab from Komua finds it's way through Battle's defenses. #T1#
Komua tried to score with a low kick but Battle checks it.
Battle appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Komua uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Battle.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Komua - that will leave a mark!
Komua misses with a body shot.
Battle moves out of range as Komua throws a body kick.
Battle slips a jab from Komua.
Battle swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Komua tries to work over Battle's front leg with a kick but Battle checks it.
Battle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Battle's corner calls for a 1-2. Battle obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Battle slips under a jab.
A clash of legs there as Battle blocks the low kick.
Battle throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Battle scores with a jab to the head.
Komua takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Battle throws a big shot that misses.
Battle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Komua moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Battle lands a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Komua misses with a hook to the body
and Battle scores with a counter punch that sends Komua to the canvas! Battle smells blood - he's punishing Komua with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Komua has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dre Battle!
Dre Battle thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 36 - Wanker vs Bronstein
Date: Aug 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Battle throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Olsen pushes Battle up against the cage in a clinch.
Olsen lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Battle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Battle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Battle stuns Olsen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Olsen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Battle manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Olsen doesn't manage to clinch there - Battle circles away. #CL2#
Olsen has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Battle breaks the clinch.
Olsen wants to clinch up but Battle keeps it at a distance.
Battle misses with a left hand
and Olsen counters with a left to the body.
Olsen connects with a jab.
Battle bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Olsen rushes Battle and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Olsen misses with some punches.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Battle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Battle blocks a body shot from Olsen.
Olsen 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.#T1#
Battle blocks a body shot from Olsen.
Battle prevents a body shot from Olsen.
Olsen can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Battle. #BC#
Battle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Battle tries to keep at a distance but Olsen has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Battle. #BC#
Battle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Battle has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Convicted Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Olsen closes the distance and pushes Battle back into the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Battle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Battle wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Olsen has him pressed against the cage.
Olsen throws an elbow that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Olsen.
Battle stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Olsen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Olsen tries a body shot but Battle blocks it. #BC#
Battle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Olsen moves in looking to clinch but Battle pushes him off.#CL2#
Olsen moves into the clinch.#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!
Olsen throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Olsen tries a body shot but Battle blocks it.
Battle blocks an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Olsen tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle lands a nice shot to the body.
Battle blocks an elbow strike from Olsen.
Olsen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
Battle lands a body punch in the clinch.
A short left from Battle.
Olsen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Battle. #BC#
Battle's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Battle avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A quick step to the side and Battle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Battle throws a jab but it's blocked by Olsen.
Olsen throws a body punch but Battle moves out of range.
Olsen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Battle paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3#
Battle connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Olsen's hands.#CUT#It looks like Harry Olsen has been cut.
Olsen slips a straight right by Battle.
Olsen lands a jab to the head.
Nice defenses there by Olsen.#CL2#
Olsen gets a clinch.
Olsen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Olsen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Battle's efforts to push away.#BC#
Battle breaks the clinch.
A combination from Battle does no damage. #CL2#
Olsen has Battle up against the cage in a clinch.
Olsen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
Good body shot from Battle.
Olsen tries to land a knee to the head but Battle blocks with his arms.
Olsen throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Olsen throws an elbow but misses.
Olsen misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Olsen tries a body shot but Battle blocks it. #T4#
Olsen working aggressively here. #BC#
Battle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Olsen clinches up against the cage.
Olsen blocks an uppercut.
Olsen pushes Battle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Olsen tries a body shot but Battle blocks it.
Olsen throws a punch but it's blocked by Battle.
Olsen lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Battle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Olsen tries to clinch there but Battle circles away.
Battle throws out a loose jab but Olsen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Olsen throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Battle to counter with a crisp jab.
Olsen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL2#
Olsen closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Olsen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Battle has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Battle breaks the clinch.
Good shot there by Battle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Harry Olsen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Harry Olsen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Olsen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Battle throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Olsen to counter with a crisp jab.
Olsen tries to move into range but Battle moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC#Olsen is rocked!
Battle fakes the body blow, causing Olsen to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Olsen goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dre Battle!
Dre Battle decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HFC 31 - Tai Kung vs Yazzie
Date: Jul 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith moves out of range of the strikes.
Battle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smith ducks under a wild hook from Battle.
John Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith stalks Battle and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Battle's face. Battle staggers backwards, shaken.
Smith throws a shot to the body.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Smith looks to land a combination but Battle avoids it well.
Battle throws a combination that misses
and Smith counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Battle throws a big shot that misses.
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Battle moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice body punch from Battle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Battle takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A big left from Battle misses.
Smith throws a big counter combination but Battle scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Smith tries to clinch up.
A countering left hand to the body from Battle misses.
Smith throws a poor cross that misses
and Battle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
A jab from Battle misses.
Battle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Smith misses with a right hand
and Battle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smith slips under a jab from Battle.
Battle lands a jab to the nose.
Smith lands a really nice looking cross but Battle seems unphased.
Battle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Smith.
Battle takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Smith tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Battle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smith throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Battle looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Smith bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smith lands with a hook. Battle tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smith ducks right into an uppercut from Battle.
Smith misses the jab.
Smith looks to throw the jab but Battle is out of range.
Battle throws a lazy right hand but Smith sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Battle misses.
Battle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
Smith misses with an uppercut. Battle saw that one coming.
Smith is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Battle.
Battle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A cross from Smith lands.
Battle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Battle pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Battle works Smith's body with a nice hook.
Battle slips under a jab.
Smith throws an off balance right hand
and Battle counters with a nice uppercut.
Battle slips a straight right by Smith.
Battle lands with an overhand left.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Battle moves away and avoids it.
Smith is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Smith looks to throw the jab but Battle is out of range.
Smith slips a straight right by Battle.
Smith takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Battle throws a jab when Smith was well out of range.
Battle looks to throw the jab but Smith is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Smith on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A punch combination from Smith misses.
Smith rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smith takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Battle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smith swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Battle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Smith moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T4#
Smith wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Battle throws a lazy uppercut
and Smith counters with a right hand to the body.
Smith misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smith rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Battle counters with a right hand to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Battle. Smith does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smith throws a big counter combination but Battle scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Battle misses with a hook.
Smith's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Battle connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Smith scrambles back to his feet.
Smith misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circling - Smith throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Battle throws out a counter right but Smith avoids it with no problem.
Battle cracks Smith with a good jab.
Smith avoids the body shot from Battle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Battle misses the target.
Smith is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Battle.
Nice uppercut lands for Smith. That snapped Battle's head back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dre Battle will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Smith closes the distance and pushes Battle back into the cage.
Smith is trying to force a seperation but Battle has the dominant position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Battle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Battle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Battle comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Smith misses the target.
Battle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sloppy strikes from Smith. Those never looked like landing.
Battle doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Battle slips under a jab.
Battle looks to land a right hand but Smith moved out of range.
Smith appears to be looking for a big counter.
Smith bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith misses with a combination
and Battle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smith throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smith uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Battle.
A big left from Battle misses. #T1#
Smith takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Smith swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Battle uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Smith has time to react.
Battle misses with an uppercut. Smith saw that one coming.
Smith walks into a left hand.
Battle misses with a left hand #CL#
and Smith holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Smith working hard to break the clinch.
Battle has a couple of punches blocked by Smith.
Smith tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smith definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Smith softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smith wants to get back to striking at distance but Battle won't allow it.
Smith is trying to force a seperation but Battle has the dominant position.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Battle breaks from the clinch.
A big left from Smith misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Battle! But no joy.
Battle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith moves away.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Battle 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.#T2#
Battle lands a glancing blow to the side of Smith's head.
Battle missing with a left hand there. Smith was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Smith slips a jab from Battle.
Smith is looking to counter 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!
Smith moves in looking to clinch but Battle pushes him off.
Battle misses with a body shot.
Smith seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Smith forces Battle back against the cage and clinches.
Smith is trying to break the clinch but Battle is controlling him.#BC2#
Battle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Battle connects with a right hand. Smith shakes it off.
Battle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
Battle throws a jab when Smith was well out of range.
Smith throwing a counter right hand but Battle manages to avoid it.
Battle misses with a hook.
Smith is looking for a counter combo.
Battle cracks Smith with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Battle lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Battle staying out of range there.
Smith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Battle circles away quickly and effectively.
Battle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
Battle lands a glancing blow to the side of Smith's head.
Smith throws a body shot but no joy.
Smith misses with a series of wild punches.
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smith lands a nice hook to Battle's body. Battle takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Smith scores with a punch to the head.
Smith bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smith scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Battle misses the jab.
Battle takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Smith moves into the clinch.
Smith is trying to break free.
Smith blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smith has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Battle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Battle keeps control of Smith as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Battle blocks an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Battle pushes Smith back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Smith breaks from the clinch.
Smith misses with a wild combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Battle! But no joy.
Battle with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Smith.
Smith takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Battle takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dre Battle 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Smith avoids the body shot from Battle.
Smith throws a big counter combination but Battle scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Smith throws a nice looking combination but Battle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Smith forces Battle back against the cage and clinches.
Battle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Battle fails to land.
Smith tries to break free but Battle pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Smith breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smith tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Battle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Battle digs a good body shot into Smith's ribs.
Dre Battle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Battle on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Smith misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith throws a looping overhand right but Battle ducks down to avoid it.
Smith thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Battle! But no joy.
Smith staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Battle misses its intended target.
Smith misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Battle on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Battle looks to land a left hand but Smith moved out of range nicely.
Smith throws a hook but Battle blocks it.
Battle misses with the combination.
Battle digs a good body shot into Smith's ribs.
Smith swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Battle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Battle connects with a body shot that sends Smith's belly button to the back.
Smith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Battle circles away quickly and effectively.
Battle wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Smith lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Smith throws the left hand but Battle avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Battle swats away the attempt to clinch by Smith.
Battle misses with a wild combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith throws a nice looking combination but Battle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Smith avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Battle's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Battle duly obliges.
Smith pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Battle walks into a left hand.
Battle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smith throws a body shot but no joy.
Smith uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Battle.
Battle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Battle lands a nice shot that snaps Smith's head back.
Battle misses with a looping left.
Battle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Battle throws a looping overhand right but Smith ducks down to avoid it.
Battle misses with a straight left.
Smith uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Battle.
Some wild striking there from Battle.
A big right from Smith misses.
Smith looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Smith lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Battle slips under a jab from Smith.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Battle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4##CL#
Smith closes the distance and pushes Battle back into the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Battle. #BC#
Smith's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Battle circles away.
Smith misses with a looping left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up but Battle swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A swing and a miss from Battle.
John Smith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Battle misses with a straight right.
A big right from Smith misses.
Battle takes a swing at Smith's ribcage but misses.
Battle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smith works over Battle's head and body with a nice combination.
Battle scores with a decent looking hook.
Battle looks to land a right hand but Smith moved out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dre Battle.
I've got Battle 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dre Battle!
A less than humble Dre Battle misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: HFC 24 - Jiro vs Gold
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Battle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Black has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Battle is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Black changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Black connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Battle's hands.
Black lands a nice looking kick to the body. Battle takes a step back to recover.
Black throws a nice outside leg kick.
Black misses with an uppercut. Battle saw that one coming.
Black lands a lovely overhand right.
Black scores with a leg kick.
Black swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Battle 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.
A left lands for Black.
Battle uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Black has time to react.#CUT#It looks like Dante Black has been cut.
Black is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Battle.
A little feinted left hand from Battle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Battle walks into a straight right hand from Black.
Black misses with a straight right.
Battle looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Battle lands with a hook. Black tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Black lands with a good body shot.
Black connects with a leg kick.
Black smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Black throws an off balance right hand
and Battle counters with an outside leg kick.
Black lands the left hand.
Black fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Battle checks it well.
A quick step to the side and Battle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Black slips under a jab.
Battle avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Battle scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Black punishes Battle's body with a nice straight punch.
Battle ducks right into an uppercut from Black.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Black avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Battle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Black.
Battle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Black throws out the jab.
Black misses with a hook.
It looked like Battle was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Black.
Black digs a good body shot into Battle's ribs.
Battle throws a series of punches but Black avoids them all with ease.
Black looks to land a left hand but Battle moved out of range nicely.
Battle is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Black fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Battle checks it well.
Black takes a swing at Battle's ribcage but misses.
Black rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Battle counters with a two punch combo.
Black looks to land a right hand but Battle moved out of range.
Battle takes one to the chin there.
Black swings for the body but Battle moves out of range.
Black misses with a leg kick
and Battle counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Black thinking. #T3#
Black throws a shot from downtown. Battle moves away and avoids it.
Battle ducks under a wild hook from Black.
Battle slips under a jab.
Battle on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Black looks to land a right hand but Battle moved out of range.
Black avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Black throws an off balance right hand
and Battle counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Battle gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Black.
Black lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Battle at a distance.
Black missing with a left hand there. Battle was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Battle was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Black throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice jab there from Black.
Dante Black seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Battle walks into a stiff left hand from Black.
Black scores with a nice right hand. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Black lands a leg kick that knocks Battle off balance momentarily.
Black swings for the body but Battle moves out of range.
Black misses with a hook
letting Battle counter with a right hand.
Black lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Black digs a good body shot into Battle's ribs.
Black looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Black misses with a looping left.
Battle scores with a jab to the head.
Black misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Battle staying out of range there.
Battle lands a jab to the nose.
Black throws a jab when Battle was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Battle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Black moves out of range of the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dante Black dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dante Black's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Battle looks to score with a jab to the body but Black is just out of range.
Black fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Battle on the side of the head.
Black looks to land a body kick but Battle moved away.
Battle checks the leg kick nicely there.
Black misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Battle.
Black lands with a thumping leg kick.
Battle looks to land a left hand but Black moved out of range nicely.
Black feints a counter leg kick.
Black tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Black scores with a hook to the body. Battle takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Black misses.
Black throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Battle finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Battle takes one to the chin there.
Battle takes one to the side of the head.
Battle throws a body punch but Black moves out of range. #T1#
Battle moves out of range of the body kick.
Battle ducks under a wild hook from Black.
Battle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Black chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Black 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 Battle has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Battle and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Black looks to land a right hand but Battle moved out of range.
Black takes one on the button.
Nice defenses there by Battle.
Black throws a hook but Battle blocks it.
Black misses with an uppercut
and Battle counters with a nice low kick that buckles Black's knee momentarily.
Black throws the left hand but Battle avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Battle misses the target.
Battle avoids the body shot from Black.
Battle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Black scores with a jab to the body.
Black looks to land a left hand but Battle moved out of range nicely.
Battle is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Battle is looking to clinch.
Black moves out of range as Battle strikes.
Battle ducks under a wild hook from Black.
Black throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Black tests Battle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A slow jab from Black misses its intended target.
Battle takes one to the chin there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Black misses with an uppercut. Battle saw that one coming.
Battle throwing a counter right hand but Black manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Black is predictable there
and Battle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Battle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Black.
Battle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Black. #CL#
Battle clinches.
Battle digs a right hand into Black's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Black's gas tank. #T3#
Black is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Black misses with the head strike.
Black tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Black is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Battle working aggressively here.
Black tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Battle's elbow.
Battle keeps control of Black as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Black misses with a short punch on the inside.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Black wants to get back to striking at distance but Battle won't allow it.
Black tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Battle as the two fighters clinch.
Black takes a shot to the head.
Battle has Black pressed against the cage, preventing Black from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Battle struggles to land a body shot inside as Black controls his hands.
Battle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Black has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Black is breathing heavily.
Battle lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Black's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Battle lands with a right to the head.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Battle is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A short right from Battle. #T4#
A short right from Battle.
Black fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
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 shot in the inside from Battle.
Battle lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from Battle on the inside.
Battle struggles to land a body shot inside as Black controls his hands.
Black can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action. #BC2#
Black manages to break the clinch.
Black swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Battle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Battle tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Battle ducks under a wild hook from Black.
Black throws a body shot but no joy.
Black scores with a crisp jab that stopped Battle in his tracks.
Battle takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Battle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Black.
Black chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dante Black will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Dante Black's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Battle throws a big shot that misses.
Black throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Battle quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Black loads up on a big right hand but Battle slips the punch.
A quick step to the side and Battle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Black misses with a right hand
and Battle counters with a nice leg kick.
Battle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Black.
Battle throwing a counter right hand but Black manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Black.
Battle throwing a counter right hand but Black manages to avoid it.
Battle on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A cross from Black lands.
Battle looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Black misses with an uppercut.
Battle throwing a counter right hand but Black manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Black waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Battle.
Battle cracks Black with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Black just misses with a punch to the body.
Black takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Black.
Battle connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Black's hands.
Black keeps the fight on the outside.
Black throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Battle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Black throws out the jab.
Black scores with a crisp jab that stopped Battle in his tracks.
Black looks to score with a jab to the body but Battle is just out of range.
Battle was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dante Black seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Black misses with a low kick.
Battle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Black throws out the jab.
Black misses with a body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Battle, as that shot connected.
An inside leg kick from Black misses.
Battle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dre Battle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A low kick from Black misses
and Battle counters with a straight right hand.
Battle scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the body from Black misses
and Battle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Battle clinches up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Black fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Black creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Battle cracks Black with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Black breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Black with a hook.
Black keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Black swings widly with a right hand
enabling Battle to counter with a crisp jab.
Black throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Battle appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Battle fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Black, pushing him back against the cage.
Battle prevents a body shot from Black.
Black tries to throw a body punch but Battle avoids it by throwing Black back against the cage. #T3#
Battle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Black wants to break free but Battle has control.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Battle.
Black is trying to break the clinch but Battle is controlling him.
Black lands a hook that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
Battle lands a nice shot to the body.
Black takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Battle lands a right hand that snaps the head of Black backwards.
Black lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Black breaks from the clinch.
Black circles away from the clinch attempt.
Battle slips a jab from Black.
Black throws a lazy uppercut
and Battle counters with a straight right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Battle blocks the leg kick.
Battle throws a looping overhand right but Black ducks down to avoid it.
Black throws out a counter right but Battle avoids it with no problem.
Black scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Black misses the body punch
and Battle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Battle takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Battle checks a leg kick.
Battle appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Battle on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Battle tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Black swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Battle scores with a counter punch that sends Black to the canvas! Battle smells blood - he's punishing Black with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Black has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dre Battle!
Dre Battle bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: HFC 19 - Qanar vs Vanorden
Date: May 16, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Donk. Komua catches Battle right on the button with a cross.
Komua lands with a shot to the body.
Battle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Komua.

Battle instigates a clinch.
Komua can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action.
Battle lands a body punch.
Komua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Battle.
A right handed body shot lands from Battle.

Komua breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Komua with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Battle definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Battle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Komua.

Battle fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Komua, pushing him back against the cage.
Komua working aggressively here.
Battle lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Komua misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head punch on the inside from Komua fails to land.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.
Battle tries to throw a body punch but Komua avoids it by throwing Battle back against the cage.
Komua blocking some punches.
Battle lands a body shot.
Komua works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Battle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Komua lands a body shot.
Battle blocks an uppercut.
Battle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Komuas head.
Komua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Komua's elbow.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Komua lands a body punch in the clinch.
Battle works on Komua's body with a couple of short punches.
Komua has a couple of punches blocked by Battle.
Nice body punch from Battle - that landed with a thud.
Battle scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Komua throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Battle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Komuas head.
Komua swings wildly with an uppercut but Battle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.
Komua struggles to land a body shot inside as Battle controls his hands.
Komua struggles to land a body shot inside as Battle controls his hands.
Komua misses with a punch to the body.
Battle misses with the head strike.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Komua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Komua tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Komua blocks a body shot from Battle.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Komua pushes Battle back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Komua blocks a body shot from Battle.
Battle has a couple of punches blocked by Komua.
Battle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Komua tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Battle's elbow.
Battle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Battle lands a body shot in the clinch.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Komua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Komua blocking some punches.
Komua pushes Battle back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Komua lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
Komua can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Battle misses with a body punch.
Komua stalling in the clinch but Battle improves position.
A head punch on the inside from Komua fails to land.
A hook to the body from Komua.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.
Komua stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Komua tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle has a couple of punches blocked by Komua.
Battle takes a shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Komua scores with a nice short uppercut.
Komua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Komua has a couple of punches blocked by Battle.
Komua fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Komua lands a hook to the side of the head.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Battle blocking some punches.
Komua tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle tries to work over Komua's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Komua working aggressively here.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Komua misses with a body punch.
Komua stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Battle throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Komua.
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!
Komua can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action.
Battle throws a punch but it's blocked by Komua.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Battle.
Battle is working Komua over against the cage.
A short right from Battle.
Battle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Battle gets through Komua's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Battle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Komua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Komua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Battle tries to work over Komua's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle tries to work over Komua's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle tries a body shot but Komua blocks it.
Battle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Battle misses with a hook to the ribs.
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 Dre Battle will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Komua throws a head kick that misses
and Battle counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Komua throws a nice looking combination but Battle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Battle walks into a straight right hand from Komua.

Battle drives through and clinches with Komua against the cage.
Komua throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Battle blocks an uppercut.
Komua misses with a hook from the clinch.
Komua can't find room to land a body shot as Battle controls the action.
Battle misses with some punches.
Battle blocking some punches.
Komua lands with a light punch inside.
Battle lands with a right to the head.
Battle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dre Battle has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right handed body shot lands from Battle.
Battle blocks a body shot from Komua.
Battle misses with a punch on the inside.
Battle blocking some punches.
Battle lands a body shot in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Battle blocking some punches.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Battle is working Komua over against the cage.
Komua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Komua throws a head punch that misses.
Komua blocks a body shot from Battle.
Battle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
Komua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A shot in the inside from Komua.
A left hand lands to the body for Komua.
Komua is leaning against Battle and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Komua blocks an uppercut.
Komua lands a nice shot to the body.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Komua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Komua goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Battle has a couple of punches blocked by Komua.
A head punch on the inside from Komua fails to land.
Komua lands a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Battle misses with a body punch.
Komua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A right handed body shot lands from Komua.
Komua misses with the head strike.
Komua lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Battle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Komua.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Battle fails to land.
Komua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Battle swings wildly with an uppercut but Komua uses good head movement to avoid it.
Komua lands a body punch.
Komua working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Komua.
Battle scores with a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Komua.
Komua goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Komua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Komua lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Battle misses with a punch on the inside.
Battle gets through Komua's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Battle.
Komua blocks a body shot from Battle.
Komua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Komua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Battle.
Komua tries to work over Battle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Battle blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Battle lands a nice shot to the body.
Komua pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right from Komua.
Battle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Komua misses with the head strike.
Battle throws a head punch that misses.
Battle misses with some punches.
Battle lands an uppercut.
Komua softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Battle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Komua blocking some punches.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Battle misses with some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Komua.
Battle misses with a punch on the inside.
Battle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Battle misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice right hand lands inside from Komua.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Komua.
Komua lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Komua struggles to land a body shot inside as Battle controls his hands.
Komua digs a right hand into Battle's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Battle's gas tank.
Komua lands with a short shot to the head.
Komua tries a body shot but Battle blocks it.
Komua throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Battles head.
Komua misses with a body punch.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.
Komua lands a left hand.
A hook to the body from Komua.
Komua blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Komua working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samson Komua showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Battle walks into a stiff left hand from Komua.
Battle moves in looking to clinch but Komua pushes him off.
Komua lands with a good body shot.
Battle is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A slapping body kick lands there for Komua.
Komua connects with the punch.

Battle drives through and clinches with Komua against the cage.
Battle misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short left from Komua.
Battle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Komua blocks an uppercut.
Komua gets through Battle's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Battle lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Komua backwards.
Komua misses with a punch on the inside.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Komua breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Battle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Komua misses with a series of wild punches.
Komua keeps the fight on the outside.
Battle moves in looking to clinch but Komua pushes him off.

Battle closes the distance and pushes Komua back into the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Battle.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
Komua misses with some punches.
Battle misses with the head strike.
Battle misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Komua.
Battle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Komua fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Battle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Battle.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Battle.
Battle working aggressively here.
Komua makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Komua lands a body shot in the clinch.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.
Komua cracks Battle with a nice body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Komua.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Komua's elbow.
Komua misses with a hook from the clinch.
Komua prevents a body shot from Battle.
Komua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Komua has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Battle lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Battle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Komua working aggressively here.
Komua working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Battle lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Battle lands a hook to the side of the head.
Komua lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Battle.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Battle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Komua tries to throw a body punch but Battle avoids it by throwing Komua back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Battle.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Battle prevents a body shot from Komua.

Komua breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Komua feints and then cracks Battle's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Battle down.
Decent striking displayed by Komua there.
Komua turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Komua. Battle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Komua bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Battle gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Komua.
Battle on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Battle is looking to clinch but Komua is avoiding it.
Samson Komua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Battle moves into range and clinches up with Komua.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Komua misses with some punches.
Komua lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Battle or not.
Komua lands a left 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!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Battle.
A shot in the inside from Battle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Battle.
Komua swings wildly with an uppercut but Battle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Battle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Komua's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Battle.
A right hand to the body from Komua.
Battle blocks an uppercut.
Battle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Komua.
Battle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Komua misses with the head strike.
Komua lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Battle backwards.
A short left from Komua.
Nice body punch from Komua - that landed with a thud.

And that's the end of the fight!
Samson Komua comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Komua 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 William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samson Komua!
A very excited looking Samson Komua 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 03, 2019

#R1#
Battle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL#
Battle forces Cupido back against the cage and clinches.
Cupido looking to throw knees to the head but Battle is blocking nicely.
Battle misses with a hook to the ribs.
Battle lands with a left to the head.
Battle keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Cupido's efforts to push away.
Cupido blocks a body shot from Battle.
Battle lands a right hand.
Cupido is trying to force a seperation but Battle has the dominant position.
Cupido is trying to break the clinch but Battle has him pressed against the cage.
Battle tries to work over Cupido's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cupido misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Battle lands with a right to the head.
Battle keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Cupido's efforts to push away.
Cupido looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cupido is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Cupido blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Cupido blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cupido tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cupido has had enough of the clinch but Battle keeps him there for the moment.
Battle lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Battle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cupido's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Battle digs a right hand underneath Cupido's ribcage. Cupido let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Cupido tries to break the clinch but Battle is controlling the position.
Battle lands a right hand.
Battle scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hook to the body lands for Battle.
Cupido looks winded!
Battle lands a left hand.
Battle lands a nice uppercut.
Battle lands a body shot.
Cupido prevents a body shot from Battle.
Battle lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Battle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC#
Cupido is rocked!#T2#
Battle is working Cupido over against the cage.
Cupido is still on wobbly legs! Can Battle finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Battle scores with a nice hook to the head.
Battle lands a big right hand that drops Cupido! The killer instinct kicks in and Battle finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Battle!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dre Battle!

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