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Event: DMMA 240 Nickel vs Roos     
Date:   Sep 23, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jack defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Jack fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Goncalves checks it well.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Jack is looking to slow Goncalves down with leg kicks.
Jack throws a shot from downtown. Goncalves moves away and avoids it.
Goncalves 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.
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Jack avoids them all with ease.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jack. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromGoncalves.
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jack looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Jack scores with a leg kick.
Jack looks to land a combination. Goncalves sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Jack 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A bone on bone clash there as Goncalves blocks the leg kick.
Jack slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Jack lands a nice shot that snaps Goncalves's head back.
Goncalves throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jack misses with an attempted mid kick.
Goncalves slips under a jab.#T1#
Goncalves scores with a punch to the head.
Goncalves throws a head kick that half lands.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Jack.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Jack moves away and avoids it.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jack.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Jack moves away and avoids it.
Jack motions for Goncalves to come forward. Jack throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jack throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jack thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jack misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jack lands the left hand.
Jack misses with a straight left.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Jack moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves swings for the body but Jack moves out of range.
It looked like Jack wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves throws a hook but Jack avoids it easily.
Nice shot lands for Jack.#T2#
Goncalves connects with a nice looking jab.
Jack scores with a shot to the body.
Jack throws a leg kick which misses Goncalves's front leg but catches the back leg as Goncalves tries to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Jack moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jack on the side of the head.
Jack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Jack moves away and avoids it.
Goncalves throws a hook but Jack avoids it easily.
Jack lands a body shot.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
A leg kick checked by Goncalves.
Jack looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Goncalves appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jack throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jack throws a chopping leg kick but Goncalves manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jack scores with a crisp jab that stopped Goncalves in his tracks.
Jack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Jack moved out of range nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A jab from Jack misses. #T3#
Jack swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jack thows a left - swing and a miss!
Decent striking displayed by Goncalves there.
Goncalves blocks a leg kick.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jack throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Jack with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Goncalves to score with a decent uppercut.
A head kick from Goncalves lands but Jack takes it in his stride.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jack throws a push kick but Goncalves slaps the foot to one side.
Jack jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jack misses the jab.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jack throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Jack jabs at Goncalves's body.
Jack fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves 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.
Jack misses with a looping left.#T4#
Jack is looking to slow Goncalves down with leg kicks.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jack.
Goncalves throws a hook but Jack avoids it easily.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Goncalves throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jack.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Goncalves is looking for the big counter here.
Jack avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Jack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jack throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
Goncalves connects with a jab.
Jack looks for the body kick but Goncalves saw that one coming.
Jack throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves with a jab.
Jack fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Goncalves looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jack fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Goncalves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
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 Mustang Jack will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jack misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
Jack lands a head shot.
Jack misses with a low kick.
Jack scores with a sloppy right hand. Goncalves should have avoided that one.
Jack misses with a straight left.
Jack misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jack misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
Jack 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.
Jack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
A little jabbing left from Goncalves on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Jack on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jack is looking to land body kicks.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Jack moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Jack ducks down to avoid it.
Jack throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jack lands a right hook to the body.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Jack misses with a straight left.
Jack misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jack to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
A big left from Jack misses.
Jack looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Goncalves swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jack throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jack throws a head kick but Goncalves moves out of range.
Jack needs to keep his hands up - Goncalves had a free shot at his head there.
A good leg kick by Jack.
Jack throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jack misses with a looping right.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Jack slips the punch.
Jack throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mustang Jack is winning the standup battle so far.
Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Goncalves throws a head kick that half lands.
Jack ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Jack throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Jack throws a hook but Goncalves blocks it.
Good exchange - Goncalves coming out on top.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jack displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jack.#T2#
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jack throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Jack on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves cracks Jack with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jack takes a kick to the side of the head.
Jack pushes Goncalves away with a front kick.
Jack throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jack throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jack ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jack looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jack misses with a straight left.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jack.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Jack's head but Jack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jack lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Goncalves backs up against the cage. #T3#
Jack changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jack throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
Jack throws a wild body kick that Goncalves sees coming a mile off.
Jack has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jack there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jack on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jack throws a low kick but Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Jack staying out of range there.
Goncalves throws a good cross that connects.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jack ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jack looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jack throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Goncalves throws a head kick that half lands.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A lazy left from Goncalves finds it's target.
Goncalves's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves throws a shot to the body.
A big right from Jack misses. #T4#
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Jack moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Goncalves moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jack misses with a few strikes there.
Jack takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jack throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jack moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jack throws a quick counter head kick but Goncalves was just out of range.
Jack takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jack misses with a straight right.
Goncalves is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jack with a body shot.
Jack misses with an uppercut.
Jack throws a series of punches but Goncalves avoids them all with ease.
Jack is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from Jack.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Jack was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jack connects with a right hand. Goncalves shakes it off.
Jack misses with a hook.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Jack avoids it with no problem.
Jack lands a jab to Goncalves's midsection.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Mustang Jack will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jack.
Jack avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Jack misses with a looping left.
Jack throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jack throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jack bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Jack takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Goncalves tried to score with a low kick but Jack checks it.
Jack fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Goncalves checks it well.
Jack throws a nice outside leg kick.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Jack.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jack was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jack sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Jack finds it's way through Goncalves's defenses.
A right-left combo lands from Goncalves.
Jack swinging wildly here.
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!
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Jack swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Jack looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Goncalves avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jack tries to move into range but Goncalves moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jack jabs Goncalves right on the nose. Goncalves blinks but takes it well.
Goncalves works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Jack sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Jack throwing a counter right hand but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Jack lands a nice leg kick that just misses Goncalves's sensitive parts.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jack throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
Jack keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jack.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice defenses there by Jack.
Jack is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jack misses with a kick to the body.
Jack fails to land with a series of punches.
Jack misses with a low kick as Goncalves jumps back.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jack was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves lands a two punch combo.
Jack walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Goncalves checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jack thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jack throws a leg kick that misses.
Jack misses with a looping right.
Goncalves defending well as Jack loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jack on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jack scores with a hook.
Jack pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Goncalves back to the cage. Jack follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab from Goncalves finds it's way through Jack's defenses.
Jack looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Goncalves defending well as Jack loads up on a big left hand.
Jack scores with a three punch combo!
Jack bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Jack avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Jack comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
A decent looking cross lands there for Goncalves.
Jack misses with a wild combination.
Jack avoids a punch combination nicely.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Goncalves throws a hook but Jack blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Jack on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jack with a nice cross.
Goncalves cracks Jack with a right hand to the side of the head.
Goncalves misses with a two punch combination.
Jack lands with a hook. Goncalves tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Jack avoids the punch easily.
Jack lands with a right hand. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jack sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jack throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Jack avoids it with no problem.
Jack moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
Jack throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Jack lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Jack.
Jack thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jack throws a leg kick but Goncalves checks it.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Jack lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jack tries a low kick but Goncalves avoids it.
Jack showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves throws a hook but Jack blocks it.
It looked like Jack wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jack lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jack explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A decent looking cross lands there for Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Jack's head but Jack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A quick step to the side and Jack tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mustang Jack.
Well Jack 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mustang Jack!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 276     
Date:   Aug 18, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Bang misses with the combination.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves moves out of range of the body kick.
Goncalves scores with a nice strike.
Bang takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bang blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
It looked like Bang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bang ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Bang buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Bang fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
It looked like Bang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Goncalves scores with a punch to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Bang misses the target.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Bang avoids it with no problem.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Bang works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T1#
Goncalves lands a high kick!
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Bang avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bang misses the shot to the body.
Bang connects with a high kick.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Bang slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves moves out of range as Bang strikes.
Bang fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Goncalves looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bang moves forwards but Goncalves connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves lands a nice shot that snaps Bang's head back.
Bang throws a leg kick that misses.
Bang cracks Goncalves with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bang's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Goncalves connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bang scrambles back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bang lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Bang moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bang sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Bang connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Bang moves into the clinch successfully. #T2#
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Bang.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bang is leaning against Goncalves and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Goncalves goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bang.
Bang swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands with a short shot to the head.
Bang prevents Goncalves from breaking the clinch.
Bang misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short uppercut from Bang.
Goncalves tries to work over Bang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A frustrated look appears on Goncalves's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bang tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Bang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
A bit of stalling here from Bang.
Goncalves lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Bang.
Bang tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Bang back against the cage.
Bang scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Bang on the inside.
Goncalves has had enough of the clinch but Bang keeps him there for the moment.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bang lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Goncalves manages to break the clinch.
Goncalves defending well as Bang loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bang.
Bang lands a jab to the head.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Bang tries a low kick but Goncalves avoids it.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Bang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bang misses with a looping left.
Goncalves moves out of range of the leg kick from Bang.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bang throws a hook but Goncalves blocks it.
Bang cracks Goncalves with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Bang throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Bang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Bang counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Bang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bang throws a half hearted mid kick.
A little jabbing left from Goncalves on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bang swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Bang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bang.
Goncalves bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bang's head.
Bang tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Goncalves is able to avoid easily.
Bang throws out a leg kick but Goncalves moves out of range and Bang only half commits.
Goncalves fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Bang.
Bang misses with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bang lunges at Goncalves with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Goncalves's hand.
Bang pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Goncalves back to the cage. Bang follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Goncalves throws a good cross that connects.
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Bang's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Goncalves tests Bang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Lemmy Bang will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bang loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A lazy left from Bang finds it's target.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Bang.
Bang misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Bang is out of range.
Bang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bang throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Goncalves.
Bang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Goncalves has time to react.
Goncalves scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bang in his tracks.
Bang lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bang scoring well with a low kick there.
Goncalves feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bangs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bang throws a series of punches but Goncalves avoids them all with ease.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Goncalves misses with a two punch combination. #T1#
Bang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bang was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bang.
Goncalves lands a glancing blow to the side of Bang's head.
Bang lands a jab.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Bang with a series of wild strikes but Bang uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bang slips a jab from Goncalves.
Bang throws a big counter combination but Goncalves scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Bang moves out of range.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bang works the jab nicely.
Goncalves cracks Bang with a right hand to the side of the head.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bang throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bang walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A combination from Goncalves does no damage.
Bang looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves lands with a straight right. Bang didn't see that one coming.
Goncalves takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Bang.
Bang misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
Bang throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves scores with a nice head shot.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Goncalves lands with a nice combination. Bang backs away looking to recover.
Bang throws a sloppy head kick and Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A slow jab from Bang misses its intended target.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goncalves has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Goncalves lands a nice shot that snaps Bang's head back.
Goncalves sizes up Bang with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Bang. That snapped Goncalves's head back.
Bang throws a big shot that misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Goncalves.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Bang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A quick step to the side and Bang tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bang throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Bang.
Bang throws a big shot that misses.
Bang motions for Goncalves to come forward. Bang throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves wants to land a leg kick but Bang is out of range.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Bang saw that one coming.#T3#
Goncalves checks the leg kick.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
A punch lands to the side of Bang 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Bang tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Donk. Bang catches Goncalves right on the button with a cross.
Goncalves walks into a stiff left hand from Bang.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Bang.
Bang misses with a looping left.#CL#
Bang gets a clinch.
Bang throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bang lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Goncalves or not.
Lemmy Bang has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bang stalls.
Bang lands a shot to the body.
Goncalves is breathing heavily.
Goncalves swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bang stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch on the inside from Bang fails to land.
Goncalves pushes Bang back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bang tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Bang back against the cage.
Bang tries to stall but Goncalves uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bang blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bang.
Bang blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bang stalling in the clinch but Goncalves improves position.
Bang looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves can't break the clinch.
Goncalves scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bang.
Bang blocking some punches.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Bang.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Goncalves tries to bum rush Bang with a series of wild strikes but Bang uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Bang throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Goncalves 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.
Bang misses with a two punch combination.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Bang avoids them all with ease.
Bang takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bang lands a slapping body shot.
Bang slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bang. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves lands a head shot.
Bang walks into a stiff left hand from Goncalves.
Bang displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
Bang feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Bang moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A left lands for Bang.
Bang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Bang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bang.
Bang throws a big shot that misses.
Bang slips a jab from Goncalves.
Bang lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bang bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Goncalves's head backwards.
Bang scores with a nice right hand.
Bang thuds his right hand into Goncalves's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bang tries to clinch up.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Bang avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Bang misses.
Goncalves takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Goncalves has time to react.
Goncalves stuns Bang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Goncalves is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
Bang lands an overhand right.
Bang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Goncalves has time to react.
Bang misses the shot to the body.
Bang loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bang.
Bang connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Goncalves 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 Bang has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bang and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bang misses with a two punch combination.
Goncalves defending well as Bang loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Bang misses.
Goncalves cracks Bang with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Bang avoids it with no problem.
Bang throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Goncalves blocks the leg kick.
Goncalves blocks a jab.#T3#
Bang uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Goncalves has time to react.
Goncalves scores with a nice strike.
Bang throws a shot from downtown. Goncalves moves away and avoids it.
Bang takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bang sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bang throws a right and a left that both miss.
Goncalves connects with a nice looking jab.
A big left from Bang misses.
Nice shot lands for Bang.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bang will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goncalves lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T4#
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Bang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Bang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Bang throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Bang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Bang missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves slips a jab from Bang.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Bang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bang gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goncalves.
Goncalves fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bang on the side of the head.
Bang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Goncalves at a distance.
Bang ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Bang darts in and clinches Goncalves up against the cage.
Bang lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Bang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Lemmy Bang.
I think Bang 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lemmy Bang!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 269     
Date:   Jul 19, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Aalto's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Aalto blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Aalto is trying to counter with his kicks.
Aalto checks a leg kick.
Goncalves stalks Aalto and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Aalto's face. Aalto staggers backwards, shaken.
Aalto has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Aalto's head.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Aalto throws out a leg kick but Goncalves moves out of range and Aalto only half commits.
Aalto lands a jab to Goncalves's midsection.
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Sloppy strikes from Goncalves. Those never looked like landing.
Goncalves scores with a jab. Aalto acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves avoids the head kick by Aalto.
Aalto 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Aalto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A left lands for Goncalves.
Goncalves lunges at Aalto with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Aalto's hand.
Aalto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Aalto! But no joy.
Aalto slips a jab and a cross from Goncalves. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.
Aalto drops his hands momentarily and Goncalves takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Aalto shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Goncalves pinned against the cage. Goncalves gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Goncalves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aalto.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aalto dips to his left and cracks Goncalves with an uppercut!
Goncalves throws a poor cross that misses #KD2#
and Aalto counters with a flying knee that sends his opponent to the canvas! Aalto looking to finish! #ROC2#Goncalves is rocked!#SUB2#
Aalto 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.
Oh Goncalves is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Aalto's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Aalto wants to control from the top but Goncalves keeps moving. #SUB#
Goncalves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aalto working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Goncalves is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Goncalves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Aalto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Aalto manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Aalto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goncalves is keeping the position for now.
Goncalves seems to have got his legs back now.
Aalto scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Aalto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goncalves is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Goncalves looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aalto tries to free his leg and advance position but Goncalves is retaining full guard.
Aalto chips away with some ground and pound.
Goncalves is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Aalto forces his way into half guard.
Aalto trying to control from half guard but Goncalves is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Aalto tries to pass to full mount but Goncalves defends it.
Aalto lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Goncalves is refusing to be controlled, as Aalto sits in half guard.
Aalto with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Aalto thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Aalto is trying to control the action in half guard but Goncalves is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Aalto has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Aalto seems to be looking for submissions.
Aalto passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Goncalves tries to hold on but Aalto pushes him away.
Aalto has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Goncalves's face.
Aalto fails to move to back control.
Aalto with the ground and pound from mount.
Goncalves is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Aalto trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Goncalves tries to control Aalto's body but Aalto pushes him off. Goncalves squirms to his side and now Aalto has his back!
Aalto biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michael Aalto will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aalto needs to keep his hands up - Goncalves had a free shot at his head there.
Aalto is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Aalto drops his hands momentarily and Goncalves takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Aalto avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Aalto slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Aalto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Goncalves defending well as Aalto loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Aalto scores with a hook to the body. Goncalves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Goncalves sizes up Aalto with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aalto slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a high kick!
Aalto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Aalto shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Aalto's ribs.
Goncalves plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goncalves connects with a jab.
Aalto misses with an attempted mid kick.
Goncalves clobbers Aalto with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Aalto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves checks the leg kick.
Aalto shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Aalto ducks right into an uppercut from Goncalves.
Jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aalto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
It seemed like Aalto was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Aalto! But no joy.
Aalto misses with a looping left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Goncalves moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Aalto misses with an attempted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Aaltos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Aalto looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Goncalves is fending him off so far but Aalto persists. Nope, Goncalves circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Goncalves was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Aalto ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Aalto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Aalto on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Aalto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves throws a counter high kick but Aalto was just alert enough to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Aalto moves out of range easily.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Aalto misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves throws a jab when Aalto was well out of range.
Aalto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Goncalves slips a jab from Aalto.
Aalto fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Goncalves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Aalto misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aalto sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aalto tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Goncalves swivels and escapes.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Aalto.
Aalto throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aalto slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Aalto tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
and Aalto counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aalto can do to turn this around?
Goncalves lands a high kick!
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Aalto.
Aalto slips a jab from Goncalves.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Aalto.
Donk. Goncalves catches Aalto right on the button with a cross.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Aalto stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Crunch! Goncalves slams his shin into Aalto's torso.#T4#
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Aalto.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aalto shoots in but no luck this time.
A jab from Goncalves finds it's way through Aalto's defenses.
Goncalves connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Aalto.
Aalto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Nice defenses there by Aalto.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Aalto.
Goncalves throws a jab when Aalto was well out of range.
Aalto ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Aalto tries to clinch but Goncalves is having none of it.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Aalto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aalto avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Aalto's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves 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#
Goncalves throws a predictable looking body shot
and Aalto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Aalto on the side of the head.
Aalto throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and moves out of range. #CL2#
Aalto instigates a clinch.
Goncalves wants to break the clinch but can't.
Aalto struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands. #BC2#
Aalto manages to break the clinch.
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Aalto stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves moves into range and connects with a jab.
Aalto takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Aalto moves away and avoids it.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Aalto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Good exchange - Goncalves coming out on top.#T1##CL2#
Aalto drives through and clinches with Goncalves against the cage. #BC2#
Aalto breaks the clinch.
Goncalves avoids the head kick by Aalto.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Aalto now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Goncalves scores with a nice right hand.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aalto sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aalto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Goncalves lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Aalto misses with a looping left.
Nice shot lands for Goncalves.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Aalto was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Goncalves lands a head kick!
Goncalves scores with a nice strike.
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Aalto.#T2#
Aalto on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aalto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Goncalves's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Aalto connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Goncalves scrambles back to his feet.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Aalto with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Goncalves to score with a decent uppercut.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Aalto moves out of range.
Aalto takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Aalto's ribs.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Aalto throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
letting Aalto counter with a right hand. #T3#
Aalto takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Goncalves throws a jab when Aalto was well out of range.
Aalto is trying to counter with his kicks.#CL2#
Aalto moves into the clinch.
Aalto lands with a light punch inside.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Aalto manages to break the clinch.
Aalto misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aalto.
Goncalves scores with a one two! Aalto had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Aalto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Goncalves does it's job there.
Aalto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Aalto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab. #T4#
Aalto ducks right into an uppercut from Goncalves.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves throws a nice inside leg kick.
Aalto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goncalves connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aalto changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Goncalves tries to avoid it but Aalto manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Goncalves to the ground. Goncalves escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Aalto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Goncalves works over Aalto's head and body with a nice combination.
Goncalves moves out of range of the body kick from Aalto.
Goncalves throws a big counter combination but Aalto scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Goncalves throws a nice looking combination but Aalto bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Goncalves avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Aalto moves into the clinch.
Goncalves lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves tries to throw a body punch but Aalto avoids it by throwing Goncalves back against the cage.
Goncalves lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Aalto is working Goncalves over against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Goncalves 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 262     
Date:   Jun 23, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves takes one to the chin there.
Courtial has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Courtial defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves 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.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Courtial was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Goncalves darts in and clinches Courtial up against the cage.
Courtial tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Courtial.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves. #BC#
Courtial breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Courtial misses with a wild combination.
Courtial walks into a left hand.
Goncalves throws a jab when Courtial was well out of range.
Courtial is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Courtial connects with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A combination from Goncalves does no damage.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Goncalves doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Courtial throws a combination. Goncalves tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Goncalves swinging wildly here.
Courtial misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Courtial.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Goncalves slips a jab from Courtial.
Courtial scores with a hook to the body. Goncalves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Goncalves keeps the fight on the outside.
Courtial jabs Goncalves right on the nose. Goncalves blinks but takes it well.
Goncalves on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Courtial. Courtial obviously looking to wear him down.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Courtial defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Courtial pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Courtial. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sloppy strikes from Courtial. Those never looked like landing.
Courtial misses with a series of wild punches.
Courtial misses with a head kick.
Goncalves throws a nice looking combination but Courtial bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Courtial looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Goncalves swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Courtial.
Courtial throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Courtial tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Goncalves is able to avoid easily.
Courtial gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves checks a low kick from Courtial.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Courtial throwing a counter right hand but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Courtial on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Courtial avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Courtial misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Courtial cracks a nice hook into Goncalves's ribs.
Courtial throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Courtial misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Courtial looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Goncalves swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Courtial lands with a hook. Goncalves tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A telegraphed right hand from Courtial misses the target.
Courtial throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Courtial misses the target. #T3#
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Courtial looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Courtial looks to land a right hand but Goncalves moved out of range.
Courtial moves out of range of the leg kick from Goncalves.#CL#
Goncalves gets tackled into the cage by Courtial. Courtial maintains the clinch.
Courtial swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Goncalves is trying to maintain a safe position but Courtial gets an underhook and turns Goncalves into the cage.#BC2#
Goncalves manages to break the clinch.
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Courtial with a series of wild strikes but Courtial uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Courtial is looking to counter punch.
Courtial connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from Courtial on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Courtial connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Goncalves momentarily.
Goncalves 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.
Courtial misses the jab.
Courtial misses with a leg kick.
Courtial moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Courtial has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T4#
Courtial lands a head kick. Goncalves smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Goncalves cracks Courtial with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Goncalves takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Courtial on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Courtial ducks down to avoid it.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Courtial.
Goncalves wants to clinch up but Courtial keeps it at a distance.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves defending well as Courtial loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves scores with a jab.
Courtial fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Courtial saw that one coming.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Courtial looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Courtial thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Goncalves doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Godefroy Courtial dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Courtial thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Goncalves misses.
A punch combination from Courtial misses.
Goncalves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Courtial.
Courtial feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Goncalves takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Courtial throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A punch combination from Goncalves misses.
Courtial tries to clinch up.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Courtial saw that one coming.
Courtial scores with a crisp jab that stopped Goncalves in his tracks.
Courtial fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves with a hook.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Courtial counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jab, jab by Goncalves - just one landing.
Courtial connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Courtial slips the punch.
Courtial swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Courtial missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Courtial throws a leg kick that misses.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Courtial has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Courtial there as he acknowledges the shot.
Goncalves cracks Courtial with a right hand to the side of the head.
Courtial lands a two punch combo.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Courtial counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice shot lands for Goncalves.#CL2#
Goncalves forces Courtial back against the cage and clinches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Courtial as Goncalves tries to tie him up.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Courtial misses with some punches.
Courtial tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Courtial works on Goncalves's body with a couple of short punches.
Courtial keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Goncalves's efforts to push away.
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Courtial backwards.
Courtial misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
Courtial blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Courtial throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Courtial softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Courtial being controlled against the cage.
Courtial swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Courtial lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Courtial blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Courtial stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Courtial swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Courtial blocking some punches.
Courtial misses with a hook to the ribs.
Courtial tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Goncalves lands a right hand that snaps the head of Courtial backwards.
Courtial throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goncalvess head.
Courtial lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Godefroy Courtial has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Courtial.
Goncalves working aggressively here.
Courtial tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Courtial works on Goncalves's body with a couple of short punches.
Goncalves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Courtial lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Courtial. #BC#
Courtial breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Courtial thows a left - swing and a miss!
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Courtial ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from Courtial. Those never looked like landing.
Courtial cracks a nice hook into Goncalves's ribs.#T4#
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Courtial tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Courtial lands a high kick!
Courtial slips a jab from Goncalves.
Courtial blocks a jab.
Courtial feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goncalvess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Courtial scoring well with a low kick there.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Courtial was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a jab when Courtial was well out of range.
A swing and a miss from Courtial.
Courtial attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Courtial has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Courtial there as he acknowledges the shot.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Courtial lands with a hook. Goncalves tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Courtial dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Courtial takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL2#
Goncalves has Courtial up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Courtial.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Godefroy Courtial dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves throws a hook but Courtial avoids it easily.
Goncalves thuds a left hand into Courtial's body.
Courtial misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
A little feinted left hand from Courtial on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Courtial moves out of range of the strikes.
Courtial swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
Goncalves stalks Courtial and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Courtial's face. Courtial staggers backwards, shaken.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Goncalves lunges at Courtial with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Courtial's hand.
Courtial will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Courtial.
Courtial fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Courtial slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Courtial tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Courtial looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Courtial sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Courtial lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Courtial misses with an uppercut.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves defending well as Courtial loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Courtial.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Courtial lands a jab to the nose.
Courtial throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Courtial keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Courtial scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Goncalves connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Courtial at a distance.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Courtial lands with a thumping leg kick.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Courtial moves out of range.
Godefroy Courtial is winning the standup battle so far.
Goncalves lands with a hook. Courtial tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
A cross from Goncalves lands.
Courtial pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Courtial connects with a body shot.
Courtial misses with a jab to the body
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Goncalves plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Courtial lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Goncalves at a distance.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Courtial.
Courtial swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Courtial takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Courtial throws a leg kick which misses Goncalves's front leg but catches the back leg as Goncalves tries to avoid it. #CL#
Courtial moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Courtial looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Courtial scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Godefroy Courtial is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Courtial slips a jab from Goncalves.
A quick step to the side and Courtial tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Courtial throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Courtial lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves walks into a stiff left hand from Courtial.
Goncalves walks into a left hand.
Courtial misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Courtial slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Courtial. That's going to slow Goncalves down.
Courtial lunges at Goncalves with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Goncalves's hand.
Goncalves tries to clinch but Courtial is having none of it.
Goncalves scores with a nice strike.
Courtial keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab lands there for Goncalves.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Courtial is out of range.
Courtial turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Goncalves avoids the head kick by Courtial. #T4#
Courtial dodges the punch combination from Goncalves.
Goncalves scores with the left hand. Courtial knows he should have avoided that one.
Courtial slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Courtial looks to land a body kick but Goncalves moved away.
Courtial tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Courtial.
A combination from Goncalves does no damage.
Goncalves cracks Courtial with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Courtial cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Courtial avoids them all with ease.
Courtial slips a straight right by Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Courtial manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Courtial lands a really nice looking cross but Goncalves seems unphased.
Good shot there by Courtial.
Goncalves takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Goncalves throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Courtial.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Courtial 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Godefroy Courtial!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 254     
Date:   May 19, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hermann is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hermann slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Hermann moves forwards but Goncalves connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Goncalves connects with a jab.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Hermann's shoulder, as Hermann tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves with a hook.
Hermann throws a head kick but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Hermann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hermann under the eye.
Hermann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hermann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hermann throws out the jab. #T1#
Goncalves scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Hermann avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Hermann was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a straight right.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Hermann with a series of wild strikes but Hermann uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hermann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Goncalves lands the left hand.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Hermann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hermann.
Goncalves scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hermann doesn't seem bothered though.
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Decent striking displayed by Goncalves there.
Hermann scoring well with a low kick there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hermann swats away the attempt to clinch by Goncalves.#T2#
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Hermann saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Hermann misses the target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Goncalves darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
Goncalves lands the left hand.
Goncalves scores with a punch to the head.
Hermann on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Goncalves misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hermann counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goncalves 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.#CL2#
Goncalves rushes Hermann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hermann stalling in the clinch but Goncalves improves position.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Hermann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hermann's gas tank.
Goncalves looking to stall.
Hermann is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Hermann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hermann tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it. #T3#
Goncalves working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Goncalves throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hermanns head. #BC#
Hermann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Hermann throws a leg kick but Goncalves moved away.
Goncalves scores with a jab. Hermann acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Goncalves slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL2#
Goncalves moves into range and clinches up with Hermann.
Hermann tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Goncalves is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hermann content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Hermann misses with a body punch.
Hermann doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermann can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Hermann doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Good body shot from Hermann.
Hermann is struggling to control the position.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot in the inside from Hermann.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
Goncalves is stalling here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Goncalves as Hermann tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Goncalves escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Goncalves looks to land a combination but Hermann avoids it well.
Hermann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hermann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Goncalves catches Hermann with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Good shot there by Goncalves.
Hermann throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Goncalves looks to land a combination but Hermann avoids it well.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hermann sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hermann is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hermann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Goncalves misses with a body punch
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hermann gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hermann lands with a good body shot.
A head kick by Goncalves misses
and Hermann counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hermann misses with a wild body shot.
Hermann swats away the attempt to clinch by Goncalves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Hermann moved out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Goncalves. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Hermann's head but Hermann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Hermann missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves cracks Hermann with an open hand slap.
Hermann tries to land a leg kick but Goncalves saw it coming and moves away.
Goncalves wants to clinch.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice uppercut lands for Goncalves. That snapped Hermann's head back.
Goncalves ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Goncalves is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hermann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves takes a swing at Hermann's ribcage but misses.
Hermann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Goncalves has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A counter left hand to the body from Hermann misses its target.
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T2#
A slow jab from Hermann misses its intended target.
Hermann takes a jab right on the kisser.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Hermann throws a quick counter head kick but Goncalves was just out of range.
Goncalves with a nice cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Goncalves connects with a looping right hand.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Hermann.
Hermann just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hermann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Hermann loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Goncalves lands a really nice looking cross but Hermann seems unphased. #T3#
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Goncalves backs away, Hermann returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Hermann lands a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Hermann appears to be looking for a big counter.
Goncalves lands a nice shot that snaps Hermann's head back.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hermann.
Hermann was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Hermann looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Hermann ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Hermann misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a body shot.
Goncalves cracks Hermann with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hermann throws a big shot that misses.
An inside leg kick from Hermann misses.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Hermann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Hermann moved out of range.
A quick step to the side and Hermann tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves cracks Hermann with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Hermann.
Hermann throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Hermann moved out of range.
Goncalves throws a right hand that Hermann ducks under and follows up with a left that Hermann also avoids with ease.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hermann. #CL2#
Goncalves clinches up against the cage.
Hermann lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Goncalves taking a breather.
Goncalves blocks a body shot from Hermann.
Hermann struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Hermann lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hermann struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hermann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
A left lands for Goncalves.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.
Hermann tries to move into range but Goncalves moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hermann fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Hermann moved out of range nicely.
Hermann swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Goncalves there.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Hermann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hermann throws a quick counter head kick but Goncalves was just out of range.
Hermann takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Hermann is looking to wear down Goncalves with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick from Hermann lands but Goncalves takes it in his stride.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hermann throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hermann is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Goncalves.
Hermann misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.#T1#
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Hermann moved out of range.
Goncalves scores with a decent looking hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Goncalves looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hermann misses with a straight left.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Goncalves is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Goncalves connects with a looping right hand.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hermann.
Hermann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hermann blocks a jab.
Goncalves is looking to clinch but Hermann is avoiding it.
It looked like Hermann wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Karl Hermann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Goncalves lands a jab-cross combination. #CL2#
Goncalves takes the fight into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Goncalves fails to land.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermann uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hermann.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hermann pressing his opponent against the cage.
Goncalves swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hermann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hermann tries to work over Goncalves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hermann stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hermann tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Hermann taking a breather.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermann uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Hermann softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Hermann breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hermann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
It looked like Hermann was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Goncalves.
Goncalves digs a good body shot into Hermann's ribs.
A good leg kick by Hermann.
Hermann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Goncalves tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hermann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Goncalves looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hermann is looking for a counter combo.
Hermann throws out a leg kick but Goncalves moves out of range and Hermann only half commits.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hermann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T4#
Goncalves tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hermann swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hermann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hermann looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Hermann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Goncalves.
Goncalves tests Hermann's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hermann.
It looked like Hermann was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Goncalves.
A low kick lands for Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a really nice looking cross but Hermann seems unphased.
Hermann staying out of range there.
Hermann is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hermann counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Goncalves takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Goncalves is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Hermann drops his hands momentarily and Goncalves takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Hermann's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Goncalves 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 Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

Guilherme Goncalves thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 248     
Date:   Apr 23, 2023
#R1#
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Kingston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kingston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Kingston is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Goncalves with a body shot.
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Kingston misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
Goncalves scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Goncalves checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kingston.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
letting Kingston counter with a right hand.
Kingston with the inside leg kick.
Goncalves lands a jab to the head.
Kingston 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.
Kingston showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Goncalves.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves misses with a left hand
and Kingston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kingston.
Goncalves avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Kingston's shoulder, as Kingston tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves connects with a jab.
Kingston connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kingston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
and Kingston counters with a stiff right hand.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Kingston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Kingston counters with a good low kick that Goncalves was not able to check.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
and Kingston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Kingston with a series of wild strikes but Kingston uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Kingston counters with a straight right hand.
A punch combination from Goncalves misses.
Kingston throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves throws a hook but Kingston avoids it easily.
Goncalves takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Goncalves throws a jab when Kingston was well out of range.#T2#
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Kingston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kingston misses with a straight left.
Kingston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kingston.
Goncalves walks into a jab.
Left hook, right uppercut from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves tries to clinch there but Kingston circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kingston! But no joy.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Good work by Goncalves as he checks the leg kick.
Goncalves misses with a two punch combination.
Kingston connects with a single shot there.
A bone on bone clash there as Kingston blocks the leg kick.
Kingston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kingston throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves moves in looking to clinch but Kingston pushes him off.#T3#
Kingston throws a low kick but Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Goncalves tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kingston swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kingston misses with a hook.
Kingston just misses with a punch to the body.
Kingston scores with a crisp jab that stopped Goncalves in his tracks.
Kingston is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Goncalves had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Some bone on bone action there as Goncalves checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Kingston moves away and avoids it.
Kingston misses with an uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goncalves. Kingston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kingston looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goncalves takes a swing at Kingston's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kingston counters with a left to the body.
Goncalves keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Goncalves jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Goncalves throws a poor cross that misses
and Kingston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goncalves takes a swing at Kingston's ribcage but misses.
Kingston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kingston blocks a head kick by Goncalves. #T4#
Goncalves misses with a hook. Kingston ducked under it nicely.
Kingston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kingston throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kingston slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Goncalves fails in his attempt to clinch.
Goncalves punishes Kingston's body with a nice straight punch.
Kingston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Kingston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Goncalves tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kingston manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kingston throws a low kick but it's checked well by Goncalves.
Goncalves takes a swing at Kingston's ribcage but misses.
Kingston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kingston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Kingston moves out of range.
Kingston blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Kingston throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alzarri Kingston 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#
Goncalves connects with a high kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kingston 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.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Kingston ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Kingston counter with a right hand.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kingston lands a jab.
Kingston dips to his left and cracks Goncalves with an uppercut!
Kingston fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Goncalves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kingston fails to land with a series of punches.
Kingston scores with a jab to the jaw.
Goncalves is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kingston throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kingston throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot to the body from Goncalves misses
and Kingston counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves needs to keep his hands up - Kingston had a free shot at his head there.
Kingston takes a jab right on the kisser.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Kingston moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kingston was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
A head kick by Goncalves misses
and Kingston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kingston lands with a thumping leg kick.
Goncalves tries to clinch up but Kingston circles away and keeps his distance.
Kingston throws a chopping leg kick but Goncalves manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Goncalves takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Kingston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goncalves pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kingston back to the cage. Goncalves follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#Kingston is rocked!
A combination from Goncalves does no damage.
Kingston is still on wobbly legs! Can Goncalves finish him?
Goncalves lands a nice looking body shot.
Goncalves looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Goncalves cracks Kingston with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kingston swats away the attempt to clinch by Goncalves.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves walks into a jab.
Goncalves throws a combination that misses
and Kingston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kingston throws a low kick but Goncalves moves out of range easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Goncalves misses its target.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Goncalves has taken the fight to the clinch.
Goncalves pushes Kingston back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kingston misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Goncalves.
Goncalves unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Kingston! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Goncalves is unloading with more strikes now! Kingston drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
After winning the bout, Guilherme Goncalves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 241     
Date:   Mar 25, 2023
#R1#
Courtial has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Courtial's head.
Nice jab there from Goncalves.
Goncalves needs to keep his hands up - Courtial had a free shot at his head there.
Courtial avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Courtial is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
It looked like Courtial wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goncalves. Courtial does a little dance to reset his feet.
Courtial throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Courtial misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Courtial's shoulder, as Courtial tries to avoid the shot.
Courtial throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Goncalves on the side of the head.
Good work by Courtial as he checks the leg kick.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Courtial.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Goncalves doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Courtial makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Courtial throwing a counter right hand but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Some bone on bone action there as Goncalves checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Courtial throws a low kick but Goncalves avoids it.
Goncalves is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Courtial with a body shot.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Godefroy Courtial is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Courtial slips a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves throws a right hand that Courtial ducks under and follows up with a left that Courtial also avoids with ease.
Goncalves checks the leg kick nicely there.
Goncalves lands with a straight right. Courtial didn't see that one coming.
Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Courtial looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Courtial has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Goncalves jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Courtial.
Courtial pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Courtial just misses with a punch to the body.
Courtial pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Courtial throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Courtial lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Courtial takes one to the chin there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Courtial throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Courtial throws a nice outside leg kick.
Courtial works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Courtial takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Goncalves stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Courtial connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Courtial feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goncalvess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Courtial moves out of range easily.
A quick step to the side and Courtial tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Courtial is looking to slow Goncalves down with leg kicks.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Courtial stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Courtial misses with a jab to the body
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Courtial lands a head kick! #T3#
Goncalves darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Courtial's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Courtial duly obliges.
Goncalves plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Goncalves is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Courtial had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Goncalves walks into a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Courtial.
Courtial throws a solid leg kick but Goncalves takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Courtial.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Courtial counters with a stiff right hand.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Courtial moved out of range.
Courtial takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Courtial will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
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!
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Courtial.
Courtial throws a chopping leg kick but Goncalves manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Courtial avoids it with no problem.
Courtial scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves checks the leg kick.
A nice side step and Goncalves releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Some bone on bone action there as Goncalves checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T4#
Courtial scores with a nice strike.
Courtial misses with a looping right.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Courtial cracks Goncalves with a good jab.
Courtial tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Courtial sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Courtial's head backwards.
Courtial throws a front kick aimed at Goncalves's knee but Goncalves avoids it well.
Courtial misses with a series of wild punches.
Courtial drops his hands momentarily and Goncalves takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Goncalves lands with an uppercut that bounces Courtial off the cage and back into range.
Goncalves fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Courtial.
Goncalves scores with a jab. Courtial acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Courtial misses with a looping right.
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 Godefroy Courtial will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
Courtial throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Courtial lands a nice leg kick that just misses Goncalves's sensitive parts.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands with a cross.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
Courtial on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Courtial throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A punch lands to the side of Courtial 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Courtial moved out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Courtial cracks Goncalves with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Courtial.
Courtial throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Courtial throws a leg kick that misses.
Courtial smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Courtial tries to clinch up.
Courtial misses the jab.
Courtial fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Courtial.
Godefroy Courtial is winning the standup battle so far.
Courtial bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Courtial takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Courtial slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Courtial takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Courtial takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A leg kick checked by Goncalves.
Courtial throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Goncalves's head.
Goncalves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Courtial.
Goncalves throws a big counter head kick but Courtial avoids it with no problem.
Sloppy strikes from Goncalves. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Courtial throws out a leg kick but Goncalves moves out of range and Courtial only half commits.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Courtial avoids it with no problem.
Courtial uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Courtial comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Courtial throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
A combination from Courtial does no damage.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Courtial's shoulder, as Courtial tries to avoid the shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Courtial. That snapped Goncalves's head back.
Goncalves connects with a body shot that sends Courtial's belly button to the back.
Courtial throws a leg kick which misses Goncalves's front leg but catches the back leg as Goncalves tries to avoid it.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Courtial has time to react.
Courtial misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Courtial jabs at Goncalves's body.
Courtial scores with a nice strike.
Courtial lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Courtial scores with a hook to the body. Goncalves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Goncalves lands with a hook. Courtial tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Goncalves scores with a nice head shot.
Courtial blocks a jab.#T3#
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Courtial throws a nice outside leg kick.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Courtial moves forwards but Goncalves connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Courtial blocks a jab.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Courtial moves out of range.
Goncalves looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Courtial throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Courtial lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Courtial. That's going to slow Goncalves down.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Courtial.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves lands with a straight right. Courtial didn't see that one coming.
Courtial throws a lazy uppercut
and Courtial takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Courtial throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Courtial throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Courtial.
Goncalves connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
Courtial moves away from the strike by Goncalves.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Courtial ducks down to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Goncalves scoring well with a low kick there.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Courtial slips a jab from Goncalves.
Courtial throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Courtial doesn't seem bothered though.
Courtial cracks Goncalves with an open hand slap.
A jab lands there for Goncalves.
Courtial ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Courtial throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Courtial looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
That kick from Goncalves tenderised Courtial's leg. Courtial is trying to keep his angry face on.
Courtial slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a wild body kick that Courtial sees coming a mile off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Guilherme Goncalves 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!#R3#
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Courtial's shoulder, as Courtial tries to avoid the shot.
Courtial takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Goncalves misses with a jab, cross combination.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jab by Courtial.
Courtial uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Courtial moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Courtial was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Goncalves.
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Courtial avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Courtial appears to be looking for a big counter.
Goncalves throws a right hand that Courtial ducks under and follows up with a left that Courtial also avoids with ease.
Goncalves lands a jab.
Courtial lands a glancing blow to the side of Goncalves's head.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Courtial uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Courtial slips the punch.
Courtial throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Courtial scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Courtial misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves lands a jab to the nose.
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Courtial.
Courtial throws a solid leg kick but Goncalves takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Courtial.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Sloppy strikes from Courtial. Those never looked like landing.
Courtial 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.
Courtial walks into a jab.
Courtial doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves misses with a hook. Courtial ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves misses with a straight right.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
Courtial throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Courtial moves out of range.
Goncalves keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Courtial.
A little jabbing left from Goncalves on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Courtial slips the punch.#T2#
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Courtial misses the shot to the body.
Courtial bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves misses with a left hand
and Courtial counters with a nice uppercut.
Courtial throws a series of punches but Goncalves moves out of range.
Courtial walks into a left hand.
Courtial slips a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick
and Courtial counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Courtial connects with a looping right hand.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves cracks Courtial with a good jab.
Goncalves 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.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Goncalves tests Courtial's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Courtial throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Courtial defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Courtial just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Courtial does it's job there.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Goncalves on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Courtial lands a leg kick that knocks Goncalves off balance momentarily.
Courtial looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Courtial scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Courtial scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Courtial lands a body shot.
Goncalves works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Courtial throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Courtial throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
It looked like Courtial wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Courtial doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
No joy there for Courtial, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Courtial throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Courtial throws out the jab.
Goncalves misses with a hook to the body
and Courtial counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Courtial is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Courtial is out of range.
Courtial lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Courtial avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Courtial needs to keep his hands up - Goncalves had a free shot at his head there.
Courtial stuffs the takedown.
Goncalves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A swing and a miss from Courtial.
Goncalves misses with a straight right.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good shot there by Goncalves.
Courtial staying out of range there.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves lands with a kick to the temple. Courtial shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Godefroy Courtial.
Well Courtial 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Godefroy Courtial!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 234     
Date:   Feb 25, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've been informed that Petersson 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.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Peter Petersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petersson misses with a body shot
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Petersson defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Petersson throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Goncalves throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Petersson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Goncalves counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Petersson throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Petersson misses with a hook to the body
and Goncalves counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petersson scores with a body shot.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Petersson.
Petersson thuds his right hand into Goncalves's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Petersson misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goncalves digs a good hook to Petersson's body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Petersson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Petersson.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Petersson moves out of range easily. #T1#
Petersson throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Petersson throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Petersson lands a slapping body shot.
Petersson lands with a shot to the body.
Petersson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Petersson misses.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Petersson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Petersson misses with a hook
and Goncalves counters with a nice body shot.
Petersson ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves dips to his left and cracks Petersson with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petersson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Petersson throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Petersson is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Petersson throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Petersson looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range. #T2#
Goncalves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petersson.
Petersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Petersson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Petersson throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Petersson manages to avoid it.
Petersson throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Goncalves duly obliges.
Petersson misses with a right hand
and Goncalves counters with a series of strikes. Petersson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Petersson throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
A slow jab from Petersson misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Petersson takes one on the button.
Petersson misses with a straight right.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Petersson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Petersson looks to land a right hand but Goncalves moved out of range.
Goncalves scores with a head kick.
Goncalves is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Petersson misses with a right hand
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Petersson misses with a body punch
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Petersson takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Petersson misses with a lunging right hand
and Petersson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Petersson misses with a right hand
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#Petersson is rocked!
Goncalves cracks Petersson with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Petersson tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Goncalves pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Petersson is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 226     
Date:   Jan 25, 2023
#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Bickle. That's going to slow Goncalves down.
Goncalves with a poor takedown
and Bickle counters with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bickle misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bickle works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bickle ducks right into an uppercut from Goncalves.
Goncalves feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bickles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Bickle scores with a hook.
Goncalves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bickle tests Goncalves's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Bickle clinches with his opponent.
Bickle has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bickle lands a right hand.
Bickle keeps control of Goncalves as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Goncalves wants to break free but Bickle has control.
Bickle lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Goncalves breaks from the clinch.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bickle sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goncalves stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bickle.#CL2#
Bickle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bickle presses Goncalves against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bickle tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Bickle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from Bickle.
Bickle lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bickle throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
A knee to the head by Bickle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bickle. #BC#
Goncalves's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bickle drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bickle was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bickle misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Bickle clinches.
Goncalves tries to circle away but Bickle has him pinned against the cage.#T2#
Bickle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bickle lands a nice uppercut.
Goncalves wants to break free but Bickle has control.
Goncalves can't break the clinch.
Bickle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Bickle lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bickle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bickle misses with a knee to the head.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Goncalves working aggressively here.
Goncalves blocks an uppercut.
Bickle tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Goncalves is trying to break the clinch but Bickle is controlling him.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Goncalves looking to stall.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves. #BC#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves swinging wildly here. #T3#
A lazy left from Bickle finds it's target.
Goncalves gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bickle moves out of range of the strikes.
Bickle uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bickle stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bickle misses with a hook.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Bickle moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Bickle tries to clinch up but Goncalves circles away and keeps his distance.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Bickle has closed the distance and engaged Goncalves in a clinch.
Bickle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves has Bickle pushed against the cage.
Bickle misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bickle.
Goncalves wants to get back to striking at distance but Bickle won't allow it.
Bickle throws a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice right hand lands inside from Goncalves.
Bickle landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Bickle lands with a left to the head.
Goncalves working aggressively here. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch.
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Bickle.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Bickle avoids them all with ease. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bickle enables Goncalves to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bickle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bickle keeping moving, preventing Goncalves from controlling successfully.
Goncalves being controlled here momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Bickle 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##CL2#
Bickle pushes Goncalves up against the cage in a clinch.
Bickle misses with a knee to the head.
Goncalves wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bickle with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Bickle tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Goncalves paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bickle tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bickle.
Bickle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
Bickle throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bickle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
A little jabbing left from Bickle on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bickle's corner calls for a 1-2. Bickle obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Goncalves throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bickle avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Bickle 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!#CL2#
Bickle closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bickle misses with the head strike. #T1#
Bickle lands a left hand that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Bickle's head.
Bickle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch.
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Bickle.
Goncalves misses the body punch
and Bickle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bickle misses the jab.
Goncalves was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bickle lands a head shot.
Bickle wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Goncalves walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bickle wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Tom Bickle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bickle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Bickle feints and then cracks Goncalves's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Goncalves down.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Bickle moves out of range. #T2#
Bickle scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Jab, jab by Bickle - just one landing. #ROC2#Goncalves is rocked!#CL2#
Bickle clinches.
Bickle lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Oh Goncalves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bickle keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Goncalves's efforts to push away.#BC#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves seems to have got his legs back now.#CL2#
Bickle gets a clinch.
Bickle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bickle lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Bickle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bickle pushes Goncalves back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bickle tries to land a knee to the head but Goncalves blocks with his arms.
Bickle tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bickle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bickle misses with a punch on the inside.
Bickle pushes Goncalves back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bickle misses with a knee to the head.
Bickle tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Bickle back against the cage. #T3#
Goncalves tries to break the clinch but Bickle is controlling the position.
Bickle tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bickle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bickle trying to land knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bickle. #BC#
Goncalves's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bickle comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Goncalves misses with a double jab.
Bickle scores with a one two! Goncalves had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bickle is looking to clinch.
Goncalves misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bickle's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Goncalves connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bickle scrambles back to his feet.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Goncalves keeps the fight on the outside.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bickle.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick
and Bickle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bickle 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.
Bickle tries to clinch but Goncalves is having none of it.
Bickle takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bickle lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bickle misses with a low kick as Goncalves jumps back.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bickle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Bickle.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Bickle moves into range and clinches up with Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short body shot lands from Bickle as the two fighters clinch.
Tom Bickle seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bickle misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Bickle slips the punch.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Bickle showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Bickle avoids them all with ease.
Goncalves pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bickle back to the cage. Goncalves follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It seemed like Bickle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bickle has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Goncalves shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bickle as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Bickle moves into the clinch successfully.
Bickle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bickle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Goncalves wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bickle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goncalvess head.
Bickle has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves blocks an uppercut.
Bickle has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Bickle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bickle swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Bickle is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Goncalves is defending well for now.
Goncalves can't break the clinch.
Bickle lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bickle backwards.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
Bickle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bickle lands a left hand that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bickle tries to land a knee to the head but Goncalves blocks with his arms.
Bickle blocks an uppercut.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Bickle.
Goncalves takes a knee right on the jaw!
Bickle throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goncalves.
Bickle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bickle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bickle lands a nice shot to the body.
Bickle trying to land knees to the body.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bickle working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Bickle.
Bickle lands a nice shot to the body.
Bickle misses with the head strike.
Bickle scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bickle lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Bickle moved out of range nicely.
Bickle only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bickle.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Bickle to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Bickle.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Bickle slips the punch.
Bickle throws out a counter right but Goncalves avoids it with no problem.
Bickle scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Goncalves throws a lazy head kick
letting Bickle counter with a right hand.
Goncalves looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bickle tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bickle doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves misses with a straight left. #T3#
Bickle tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bickle tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bickle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
and Bickle counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Goncalves! He's just covering up as Bickle starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Bickle!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 221     
Date:   Jan 07, 2023
#R1#
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Casey saw that one coming.
Casey slips under a jab.
Casey now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Casey gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goncalves.
Casey blocks a jab.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Casey uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Casey throws a body kick that misses.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Casey slips the punch.
And Casey tries to counter it with a takedown but Goncalves pushes his down on his head and steps out.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Goncalves.
Goncalves lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Casey with the inside leg kick.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Casey moves out of range.
Casey moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Casey's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Goncalves connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Casey scrambles back to his feet.
Goncalves scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Goncalves misses with the combination. #T1#
Some wild striking there from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Casey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Casey defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Casey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Goncalves throws a lazy uppercut
and Casey counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Casey lands with a nice body kick.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Casey shapes to counter with a head kick.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves delivers a nice body kick.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Casey's head backwards.
Casey throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Casey throws a sloppy head kick and Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Casey takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Casey slips the punch.
Casey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
A jab from Goncalves does it's job there.
Goncalves swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Casey cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves scores with a punch to the head.
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss
and Casey counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Casey's shoulder, as Casey tries to avoid the shot.
Casey looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Casey sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Casey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Casey uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3#
Goncalves lunges at Casey with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Casey's hand.
Casey avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Casey throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Casey's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Casey misses with a body kick.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Casey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Casey is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Casey gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
so Casey counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

Goncalves kicks Casey off and gets to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Casey fails to land the takedown.
Goncalves scores with a three punch combo!
Casey bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Casey shapes to counter with a head kick.
Goncalves is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Goncalves walks into a stiff left hand from Casey.
Goncalves's corner calls for a 1-2. Goncalves obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Casey is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Casey ducks down to avoid it.
Casey swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Casey takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Casey.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Casey saw that one coming.
Casey 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.
Casey slips a straight right by Goncalves.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Casey counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Goncalves thinking.
Goncalves works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Casey shoots in but Goncalves avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Goncalves misses with a right hand #TD2#
so Casey counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Goncalves is looking to stand back up but Casey counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Goncalves. #REVR#
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.
Casey wants to control but Goncalves is keeping him busy.
Goncalves slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#ES#
Goncalves uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Casey moves away from the strike by Goncalves.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Casey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves misses with a left hand
letting Casey counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Casey misses with a head kick.
Goncalves stuns Casey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Casey uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Casey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Goncalves misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice side step and Casey releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Casey steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Casey counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Casey.
Goncalves is pulling down on Casey's head to control his posture. #ES#
Goncalves has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Casey has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Casey is looking to take this one to the mat.
Goncalves stops a takedown attempt from Casey.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yellow Belt Casey.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Goncalves with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Casey has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves misses with the combination.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Casey tries for a takedown but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Casey throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Casey counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Casey avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves throws a nice head kick!
Casey ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands with a straight right. Casey didn't see that one coming.
Casey scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Casey counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3#
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Casey is just out of range.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Casey drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Goncalves defends it well.
Casey fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Goncalves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Casey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves takes a swing at Casey's ribcage but misses.
Casey throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Casey slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Casey's head but Casey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Casey steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves misses with a straight right.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Casey blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Casey throws a push kick but Goncalves slaps the foot to one side.
Casey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goncalves.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Casey's shoulder, as Casey tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Casey. Casey obviously looking to wear him down.
Casey scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Goncalves checks a leg kick nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Casey blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Casey slips a jab from Goncalves.
Casey feints the counter takedown.
Casey uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Casey! But no joy.
Goncalves throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Casey finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Casey has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Casey lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Casey throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Goncalves connects with a nice looking jab.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Casey flicks out a counter leg kick but Goncalves steps away.
Goncalves misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Casey appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves lands with a hook. Casey tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Casey closes the distance and clinches up with Goncalves, looking for a takedown. Casey pushes Goncalves against the cage but Goncalves circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Casey slips the punch.
Casey darts in looking for a takedown but Goncalves gets double underhooks and turns Casey into the cage.
Casey slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Casey looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves feints and then cracks Casey's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Casey down.
Casey blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Casey with the counter takedown but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Casey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Casey can do to turn this around?
A jab from Casey finds it's way through Goncalves's defenses.
Casey's jab looks to have found its range, popping Goncalves under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves throws a right hand that Casey ducks under and follows up with a left that Casey also avoids with ease.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Casey drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Casey trying to control the position from guard on top but Goncalves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Casey looking to pass the guard.
Goncalves throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Goncalves is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Casey trying to control the position from guard on top but Goncalves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goncalves has control of Casey's left arm, preventing Casey from doing any damage.
Casey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Casey throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.#TD2#
Casey shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Goncalves napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Goncalves is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Casey trying to control the action but Goncalves is working from the bottom.
Goncalves manages to work his way to half guard, despite Casey's best efforts.
Goncalves looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Casey is looking for a kimura but Goncalves is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Casey to get the leverage.
Goncalves won't allow Casey to pass to mount.
Casey seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Goncalves does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Goncalves pushes Casey off looking to stand but Casey dives back in and keeps control.
Goncalves is trying to get back to full guard.
Goncalves keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Casey moves nicely into side control.
Yellow Belt Casey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Goncalves can't do much from the bottom here.
Goncalves regains half guard.
Casey trying to pass the guard but Goncalves defending well. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Goncalves is trying to maintain the position but Casey is very close to passing his half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Casey uses his free foot to push down on Goncalves's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Goncalves.
Goncalves regains half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goncalves keeps control of the position for the meantime.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Yellow Belt Casey.
I think Goncalves has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 215     
Date:   Dec 18, 2022
#R1#
Kowalczyk scoring well with a low kick there.
Kowalczyk tries a low kick but Goncalves avoids it.
Kowalczyk misses with a looping left.
Kowalczyk takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Goncalves has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Kowalczyk lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kowalczyk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Kowalczyk jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
Goncalves checks a leg kick nicely.
Kowalczyk gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goncalves.
Kowalczyk connects with the punch.
Good work by Goncalves as he checks the leg kick.
Kowalczyk slips under a jab from Goncalves.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Kowalczyk was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kowalczyk scores with a sloppy right hand. Goncalves should have avoided that one.
Kowalczyk clobbers Goncalves with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nice uppercut there from Goncalves.
Goncalves lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kowalczyk circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Kowalczyk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kowalczyk lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kowalczyk cracks Goncalves with a good jab.
Goncalves throws a hook but Kowalczyk avoids it easily.
Kowalczyk displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
Kowalczyk buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kowalczyk walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kowalczyk throws a wild body kick that Goncalves sees coming a mile off.
Kowalczyk pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Kowalczyk sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kowalczyk 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 Goncalves has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Goncalves and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kowalczyk misses with a leg kick.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kowalczyk throws a front kick aimed at Goncalves's knee but Goncalves avoids it well.
Kowalczyk looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kowalczyk keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves blocks a leg kick.#T2#
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Kowalczyk connects with a nice looking jab.
Kowalczyk chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Goncalves throws a right hand that Kowalczyk ducks under and follows up with a left that Kowalczyk also avoids with ease.
Goncalves throws a hook but Kowalczyk avoids it easily.
Kowalczyk swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A lazy left from Goncalves finds it's target.
A good leg kick by Kowalczyk.
Goncalves 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.
Kowalczyk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk lands a nice shot to the body.
Kowalczyk throws a front kick aimed at Goncalves's knee but Goncalves avoids it well.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kowalczyk.
Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Goncalves throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Goncalves 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.
Kowalczyk bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Goncalves's head backwards.#T3#
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kowalczyk throws a solid leg kick but Goncalves takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kowalczyk.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Kowalczyk lands a slapping body shot.
Kowalczyk throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves takes a swing at Kowalczyk's ribcage but misses.
Kowalczyk blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kowalczyk.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Kowalczyk ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kowalczyk drops his hands momentarily and Goncalves takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kowalczyk feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goncalvess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kowalczyk with a nice cross.
Kowalczyk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a jab, cross combination.
Goncalves's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Goncalves moves out of range of the leg kick from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromGoncalves.
Kowalczyk connects with a looping right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
Kowalczyk scores with a leg kick.
Goncalves misses with a double jab.
Kowalczyk dodges the punch combination from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Kowalczyk takes one on the button.
Goncalves takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kowalczyk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Kowalczyk.
Nice straight punches there by Kowalczyk. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk connects with a nice looking jab.
A shot to the liver by Kowalczyk. Beautiful body shot.
Kowalczyk looks for the body kick but Goncalves saw that one coming.
Kowalczyk looks to land a right hand but Goncalves moved out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kowalczyk scores with a head kick.
Kowalczyk lands a head shot.
The fighters circling - Kowalczyk throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kowalczyk throws a hook but Goncalves blocks it.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mordechai Kowalczyk dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Kowalczyk throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Goncalves might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kowalczyk has got the better of the exchanges.
Kowalczyk misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Kowalczyk's shoulder, as Kowalczyk tries to avoid the shot.
Kowalczyk throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A low kick lands for Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk wants to land a leg kick but Goncalves is out of range.
Kowalczyk with a nice calf kick.
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Kowalczyk's ribs.
Kowalczyk buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Goncalves takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kowalczyk.
Goncalves throws a hook but Kowalczyk avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Goncalves takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Kowalczyk moves out of range easily.
Kowalczyk thows a body kick. Goncalves tries to catch it but that hurt him.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kowalczyk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
Kowalczyk misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.#T1#
Kowalczyk looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Kowalczyk throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kowalczyk avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
A head kick misses from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk misses with a straight right.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goncalves paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Goncalves checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kowalczyk attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Goncalves connects with a body shot.
Goncalves swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kowalczyk counters with a low kick, right behind Goncalves 's knee.
Kowalczyk throws a leg kick but Goncalves moved away.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Goncalves lands a head kick!
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kowalczyk is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Goncalves takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk connects with a good right hand that stumbles Goncalves. Goncalves circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Good work by Goncalves as he checks the leg kick.
Goncalves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kowalczyk tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Goncalves is able to avoid easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kowalczyk connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kowalczyk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kowalczyk throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kowalczyk cracks Goncalves with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A clash of legs there as Goncalves blocks the low kick.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Kowalczyk scores with a sloppy right hand. Goncalves should have avoided that one.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Kowalczyk moves out of range easily.
A low kick from Kowalczyk is predictable there
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kowalczyk misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Kowalczyk uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Kowalczyk sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kowalczyk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Kowalczyk misses the shot to the body.
Kowalczyk misses with a low kick. #T3#
Kowalczyk will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A head kick from Goncalves lands but Kowalczyk takes it in his stride.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Kowalczyk saw that one coming.
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kowalczyk.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Kowalczyk lands a right hook to the body.
Kowalczyk misses with a low kick as Goncalves jumps back.
Mordechai Kowalczyk is winning the standup battle so far.
Kowalczyk throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Kowalczyk is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Goncalves can do to turn this around?
Kowalczyk tries to land a leg kick but Goncalves saw it coming and moves away.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Kowalczyk moved out of range.
Kowalczyk tries to score with a low kick but Goncalves moves his leg out of the way.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kowalczyk 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 Goncalves has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Goncalves and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kowalczyk tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Goncalves is able to avoid easily.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Kowalczyk moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick lands for Kowalczyk.
Goncalves throws a lazy head kick
and Kowalczyk counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves throws an off balance right hand
and Kowalczyk counters with a thumping low kick.
Kowalczyk throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kowalczyk.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Kowalczyk was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk scoring well with a low kick there.
Goncalves has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk misses with a body shot.
Goncalves takes one to the chin there.
Kowalczyk misses the shot to the body.
Kowalczyk digs a good body shot into Goncalves's ribs.
Kowalczyk with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a one-two.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mordechai Kowalczyk dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Kowalczyk tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves throws a hook but Kowalczyk blocks it.
It looked like Kowalczyk wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kowalczyk attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kowalczyk wants to land a leg kick but Goncalves is out of range.
Kowalczyk fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalczyk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves connects with a body shot that sends Kowalczyk's belly button to the back.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Kowalczyk saw that one coming.
Kowalczyk looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kowalczyk ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kowalczyk tries a head kick but it misses.
Kowalczyk misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Kowalczyk moves out of range.
Kowalczyk slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves scores with a nice right hand.
Kowalczyk 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.
Kowalczyk jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kowalczyk takes a jab right on the kisser.
Goncalves misses with a straight right. #T1#
An inside leg kick from Kowalczyk misses.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Goncalves scores with a four punch combination!
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Kowalczyk moves out of range easily.
Goncalves takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kowalczyk smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Both fighters circling a little - Kowalczyk finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
A low kick lands for Kowalczyk.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kowalczyk connects with a good right hand that stumbles Goncalves. Goncalves circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kowalczyk scores with a body shot.
Kowalczyk misses with a body kick.
Despite the aggression on Goncalves's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
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!
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goncalves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kowalczyk throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kowalczyk scores with a hook to the body. Goncalves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Kowalczyk's head but Kowalczyk sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves checks a low kick from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kowalczyk darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Goncalves shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kowalczyk eats them both and turns towards Goncalves to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Goncalves misses with the combination.
A swing and a miss from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk thumps Goncalves with a low kick.
Goncalves throws a lazy head kick
and Kowalczyk counters with a thumping low kick.
Kowalczyk scores with a nice strike.
Kowalczyk's corner calls for a 1-2. Kowalczyk obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Goncalves lands a glancing blow to the side of Kowalczyk's head.
Kowalczyk connects with a single shot there.
Kowalczyk lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Goncalves at a distance.
Kowalczyk attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T3#
Nice cross by Goncalves.
Goncalves on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Goncalves walks into a jab.
Goncalves lands with a kick to the temple. Kowalczyk shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Goncalves misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kowalczyk lands a nice leg kick that just misses Goncalves's sensitive parts.
Kowalczyk checks the leg kick nicely there.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kowalczyk moves into range and connects with a jab.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Kowalczyk.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kowalczyk throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kowalczyk.
Goncalves shapes to counter with a head kick.
A punch lands to the side of Goncalves 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves sizes up Kowalczyk with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kowalczyk dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kowalczyk blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
It looked like Kowalczyk wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kowalczyk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Kowalczyk comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kowalczyk blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kowalczyk wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goncalves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kowalczyk on the side of the head.
Kowalczyk thumps Goncalves with a low kick.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Kowalczyk.
Kowalczyk cracks Goncalves with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kowalczyk pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kowalczyk throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kowalczyk swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Kowalczyk avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Kowalczyk's head but Kowalczyk sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kowalczyk throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kowalczyk needs to keep his hands up - Goncalves had a free shot at his head there.
Mordechai Kowalczyk is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kowalczyk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goncalves.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mordechai Kowalczyk.
Well Kowalczyk 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 Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mordechai Kowalczyk!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 207     
Date:   Nov 25, 2022
#R1#
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Courtial tries a head kick but it misses.
Courtial walks into a stiff left hand from Goncalves.
A telegraphed right hand from Courtial misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Courtial.
Goncalves drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Courtial digs a good hook to Goncalves's body.
Courtial avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Courtial is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Goncalves with a body shot.
Courtial swings widly with a right hand
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Courtial was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Goncalves backing away here, and Courtial unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Goncalves connects with a good right hand that stumbles Courtial. Courtial circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Courtial throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Goncalves looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Courtial slips under a jab.
Courtial misses with a body punch
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Courtial lands with a good body shot.
Goncalves takes a swing at Courtial's ribcage but misses.
Courtial uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.#T1#
Goncalves gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Courtial.
Courtial throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Courtial fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Courtial throws out a powerful jab.
Courtial takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Goncalves is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Courtial throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Courtial manages to avoid it.
Goncalves with a nice cross.
A jab from Courtial misses.
Goncalves fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Courtial on the side of the head.
Courtial throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Courtial takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Guilherme Goncalves 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!
Courtial takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Courtial lands with a thumping leg kick.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves misses with a series of wild punches.
Courtial lands with a hook. Goncalves tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Courtial misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Goncalves moves out of range as Courtial strikes.
Courtial scores with a jab. Goncalves acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Goncalves takes one on the button.
Goncalves takes a kick to the side of the head.
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Courtial is just out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Courtial tries to clinch up.
Goncalves throws a lazy uppercut
and Courtial cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Courtial missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Courtial pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Courtial manages to avoid it.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Goncalves slips a jab from Courtial.
Goncalves moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Goncalves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Courtial.
Courtial looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Courtial moves out of range.
Courtial throws out a counter right but Goncalves avoids it with no problem.
Courtial swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Courtial 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.
Courtial takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Courtial takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Courtial moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Courtial. That snapped Goncalves's head back.
Goncalves lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Courtial counters with a straight right hand.
Courtial thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Courtial misses with a low kick.
Goncalves is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Courtial getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Goncalves lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A jab from Goncalves finds it's way through Courtial's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab lands there for Courtial.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Goncalves lands a head shot.
Courtial throws a body shot but no joy.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Courtial avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Courtial misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.#T4#
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Courtial throws out the jab.
Goncalves goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Courtial uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Courtial.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Courtial uses good head movement to avoid it.
Courtial throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Courtial's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Goncalves connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Courtial scrambles back to his feet.
Nice shot lands for Courtial.
Goncalves lands a head kick. Courtial smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Courtial loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Goncalves wants to slow Courtial down by chopping away at his legs.
Goncalves moves out of range as Courtial strikes.
Goncalves takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves swings away with a body shot that misses
and Courtial counters with a three punch combo that has Goncalves backing up. Goncalves nods at Courtial to acknowledge the strikes.
Goncalves scores with a crisp jab that stopped Courtial in his tracks.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Courtial moves out of range easily.
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 Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Goncalves lands a nice shot that snaps Courtial's head back.
Goncalves chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Courtial can pounce on him.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Courtial tries a head kick but it misses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Goncalves. Courtial shrugs it off though.
Courtial lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Courtial misses with a looping right.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.
Courtial uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Courtial! But no joy.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Courtial avoids the punch easily.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Courtial needs to keep his hands up - Goncalves had a free shot at his head there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Courtial steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Courtial moves away and avoids it.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Courtial. That snapped Goncalves's head back.
Courtial tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Courtial uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves motions for Courtial to come forward. Goncalves throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves throws a nice looking combination but Courtial bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Courtial let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Courtial moves out of range.
Goncalves bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Courtial's head.
Courtial thumps Goncalves with a low kick.#CL2#
Courtial clinches.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Courtial manages to break the clinch.
Courtial lands with a right hand.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Courtial throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Courtial scores with a sloppy right hand. Goncalves should have avoided that one.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Courtial with a jab.
Courtial looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Nice shot by Goncalves.#T2#
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Courtial counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Courtial scores with a nice strike.
Courtial throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands a head kick. Courtial smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Goncalves defending well as Courtial loads up on a big left hand.
Courtial fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Courtial moves out of range.
Courtial throws a shot to the body.
Courtial connects with a body shot that sends Goncalves's belly button to the back.
Courtial dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Courtial.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Courtial under the eye.
Courtial digs a good hook to Goncalves's body.
Courtial changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Goncalves lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Courtial moves out of range easily.
Courtial connects with a body shot that sends Goncalves's belly button to the back.
Courtial throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Courtial misses with a looping left.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Courtial.
Courtial steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Courtial moves away.
A lazy left from Goncalves finds it's target.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Courtial throws out the jab.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Courtial's head but Courtial sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A decent looking cross lands there for Courtial.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Courtial.
Courtial lands an overhand right.
Goncalves throws a jab when Courtial was well out of range.
Courtial throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Goncalves misses the target.
Courtial misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Courtial.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Courtial was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Courtial throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Courtial takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Goncalves clobbers Courtial with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Courtial scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Goncalves shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Courtial eats them both and turns towards Goncalves to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves drops his hands momentarily and Courtial takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Courtial moved out of range.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Courtial moves out of range.
Courtial looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Courtial bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves staying out of range there.
Courtial lands with a hook. Goncalves tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves throws a good cross that connects.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Courtial moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Courtial has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Courtial throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Courtial buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Godefroy Courtial 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!#R3#
Goncalves takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Courtial pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Courtial lands a head shot.
Courtial feints a jab promting Goncalves to slip. Courtial then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Goncalves slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Courtial fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Goncalves with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Courtial to score with a decent uppercut.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Courtial avoids the punch easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Courtial throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Courtial lands with a slapping head kick.
Goncalves throws a nice looking combination but Courtial bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Courtial.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Courtial scores with a nice right hand.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Courtial stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Courtial lands with a nice body punch.
Courtial tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Courtial.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Courtial scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Courtial. Those never looked like landing.
Courtial moves out of range of the strikes.
Courtial moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Courtial stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Courtial keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Courtial ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves misses with a jab to the body
and Courtial makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Courtial dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Courtial missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Courtial.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves scores with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Courtial just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Courtial.
Courtial ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.#T2#
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Courtial sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Courtial cracks a nice hook into Goncalves's ribs.
Courtial moves out of range of the strikes.
Courtial wants to slow Goncalves down by chopping away at his legs.
Courtial swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Goncalves.
Courtial's corner calls for a 1-2. Courtial obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Courtial scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Courtial misses with a body shot.
Goncalves takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Courtial punishes Goncalves's body with a nice straight punch.
Courtial pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Goncalves back to the cage. Courtial follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Courtial throws a predictable looking body shot
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Courtial avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Courtial looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves throws a sloppy body shot
and Courtial counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Courtial is out of range.
Courtial catches Goncalves with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Courtial tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Courtial.
Courtial throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Courtial throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Courtial defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Courtial has taken the fight to the clinch.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves misses with a punch on the inside.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goncalves lands with a light punch inside.
Courtial tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Courtial can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Courtial fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves gets through Courtial's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Goncalves scores with a shoulder strike.
Goncalves is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Courtial.
Courtial throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A shot in the inside from Courtial.
Courtial lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Courtial tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Courtial working aggressively here.
Courtial throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Courtial steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Courtial steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
A low kick lands for Courtial.
A left lands for Courtial.
Goncalves connects with a body shot that sends Courtial's belly button to the back.
Courtial takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Godefroy Courtial comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Courtial 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Godefroy Courtial!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 197     
Date:   Oct 23, 2022
#R1#
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jain moves away.
Goncalves connects with a looping right hand. #CL#
Jain closes the distance and clinches.
Goncalves can't break the clinch.
Jain misses with a punch on the inside.
Jain has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Goncalves after a bit of a struggle.
Goncalves wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jain trying to land knees to the body.
Goncalves avoiding damage. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jain moves away from the strike by Goncalves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Jain misses with a takedown attempt - Goncalves sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Jain wants to clinch.#T1#
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jain looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Jain is looking to counter the offense by Goncalves and move into the clinch.
Jain blocks a jab.
Jain is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Goncalves.
Goncalves fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jain has a takedown stuffed.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jain is defended easily by Goncalves.#T2#
Goncalves connects with a leg kick.
Jain takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jain moves away.
Goncalves 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.#CL#
Jain moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Goncalves's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A nice inside leg kick there by Goncalves. That's going to slow Jain down.
Jain misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Jain changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Goncalves looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU#
Jain decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Jain tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Goncalves getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jain shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Jain has managed to clinch. #T3##BC#
Jain manages to break the clinch.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. #TD#
Jain closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jain with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Goncalves pushes Jain off looking to stand but Jain dives back in and keeps control.
Goncalves is trying to maintain the position but Jain is very close to passing his half guard.
Goncalves is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Jain trying to control the action but Goncalves is working from the bottom. #T4##SU#
Jain decides to stand up.
Goncalves misses with a wild combination.
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Jain.
Goncalves throws a head kick that Jain semi-blocks.
Jain shoots in but Goncalves avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Goncalves looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
Jain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves scores with a decent looking hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jain darts in looking for a takedown but Goncalves gets double underhooks and turns Jain into the cage.
Goncalves tries to break the clinch but Jain is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jain throws a wild body kick that Goncalves sees coming a mile off.
Goncalves pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Jain counters with a takedown into side control.
Jain is looking to take a break and control but Goncalves is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Jain has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Goncalves misses with a two punch combination.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Jain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jain fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Goncalves looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice shot lands for Goncalves.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goncalves moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jain shoots for a double leg takedown but Goncalves sprawls well. He's pushed Jain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Moganesh Jain is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Jain is just out of range.#T1#
Jain takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jain is defended easily by Goncalves.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goncalves lands with a cross. #TD#
Jain fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Goncalves to the ground. Jain is now in Goncalves's guard.
Goncalves tries to strike from the bottom.
Goncalves keeping full guard, as Jain tries to pass.
Goncalves has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Goncalves utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2##SU#
Jain decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Goncalves, up you get!
Goncalves is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Goncalves keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Goncalves digs a good hook to Jain's body.
Jain ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.#TD#
Jain shoots in and gets a takedown into Goncalves's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves wants to stand and escape but Jain is having none of it.
Goncalves keeping moving, preventing Jain from controlling successfully.
Goncalves wants to sweep here but Jain controlling him for the moment.
Moganesh Jain overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Jain engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Goncalves pulls Jain in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jain throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goncalves lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jain shoots in looking for a takedown but Goncalves manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left and a right from Goncalves both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Moganesh Jain has been cut.
Goncalves has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T4#
Goncalves 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 head kick misses from Goncalves.
Goncalves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Jain saw that one coming.
Goncalves has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Jain darts in and clinches Goncalves up against the cage.
Jain can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action. #BC#
Jain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jain misses with a series of wild punches.
Jain looks for a takedown but Goncalves sprawls well.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Jain looks for a takedown but Goncalves sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Moganesh Jain's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Jain's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves lands a jab.
Goncalves stuffs the takedown.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Jain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Goncalves's waist but Goncalves gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jain off to one side.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Jain gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL#
Jain clinches up with Goncalves and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Jain has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Goncalves uses from the top position.
Goncalves passes into half guard.
Goncalves is pressing down on Jain's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jain is holding on for now. #T1#
Jain trying to hold on to Goncalves's head to control him but Goncalves postures up.
Goncalves frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Goncalves trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jain is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Goncalves tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Goncalves looking to ground and pound but Jain is blocking nicely.
Jain regains half guard.#T2#
Jain trying to hold on to Goncalves's head to control him but Goncalves postures up. #SU2#
Goncalves postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Jain to stand up.
Jain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jain closes the distance and clinches up with Goncalves, looking for a takedown. Jain pushes Goncalves against the cage but Goncalves circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jain tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Goncalves defends well and Jain ends up having to push Goncalves into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jain throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Goncalves blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks from the clinch.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Goncalves.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goncalves throws a hook but Jain blocks it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Goncalves.
Jain moves in looking to clinch but Goncalves pushes him off.#T3#
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Goncalves lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Goncalves.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Moganesh Jain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Goncalves scores with a sloppy right hand. Jain should have avoided that one.
Goncalves scores with the left hand. Jain knows he should have avoided that one.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jain.
Jain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Jain's head.
Jain tries to score a power double leg takedown but Goncalves sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jain somewhat.#T4#
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jain under the eye.
Jain looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves's corner calls for a 1-2. Goncalves obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL#
Jain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Jain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jain throws a nice looking combination but Goncalves bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Goncalves 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 188     
Date:   Sep 30, 2022
#R1#
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
A shot to the body from Casey misses
and Goncalves counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Casey lands a right hook to the body.
Goncalves misses with a straight right.
Casey is looking to slow Goncalves down with leg kicks.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Casey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Casey on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Casey misses with a body shot.
Goncalves walks into a jab.
Casey staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Casey looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves connects with the punch.
Casey misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Goncalves tries to bum rush Casey with a series of wild strikes but Casey uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Casey scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Casey.
Casey lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Goncalves scores with a crisp jab that stopped Casey in his tracks.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Casey throws a half hearted mid kick.
Casey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Casey throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Goncalves throws a jab when Casey was well out of range.
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Casey does it's job there.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Casey 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 Goncalves has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Goncalves and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Casey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Casey takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves takes a jab right on the kisser.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Casey is looking to wear down Goncalves with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Goncalves lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Goncalves.
Casey throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Casey ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Casey throws a quick counter head kick but Goncalves was just out of range.
Casey lands with a cross. #KD#
Casey drops Goncalves with a right and a left! Casey comes rushing in but Goncalves regains his composure and manages to keep Casey in guard. #ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
Casey advances position into side control!
Goncalves is still in real trouble! Can Casey finish him?
Goncalves wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T3#
Goncalves is looking to get back to his feet here but Casey is keeping cool and he's managed to take Goncalves's back.#SUB#
Casey looking for the choke from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Casey biding his time, looking for the opening.
Goncalves seems to have recovered his senses.
Goncalves trying to control the hands but Casey breaks the grip. #SUB#
Casey looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Casey is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Goncalves taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Casey.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yellow Belt Casey!
An out of breath Yellow Belt Casey thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 178     
Date:   Sep 03, 2022
#R1#
Casey cracks Goncalves with an open hand slap.
Goncalves cracks Casey with a right hand to the side of the head.
Casey throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves falls off balance throwing a combination
and Casey connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A nice leg kick lands there from Goncalves.
Goncalves looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Casey uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Casey moves away and avoids it.
Casey takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
and Casey makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Casey lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Casey ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Casey changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Goncalves takes a swing at Casey's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Goncalves takes a swing at Casey's ribcage but misses.
Casey with the counter takedown but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Casey takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Casey moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves throws a lazy uppercut
and Casey counters with a thumping low kick.
Goncalves moves out of range as Casey strikes.
A head kick from Goncalves lands but Casey takes it in his stride.
Casey chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Casey counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Casey.
Casey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goncalves looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Goncalves managing to control the position.
Goncalves wants to get back to his feet but Casey is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
Goncalves controlling Casey's posture.
Goncalves keeping full guard, as Casey tries to pass.
Casey is pushing down on Goncalves's leg trying to pass to half guard. Goncalves is fighting to maintain full guard but Casey has managed to sneak the leg through.
Goncalves is refusing to be controlled, as Casey sits in half guard.
Goncalves is looking to improve his position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves manages to get to full guard.
Goncalves is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Casey is controlling him. #T3#
Casey is fighting to break Goncalves's control of his arms but Goncalves is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Goncalves's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Goncalves wants to sweep here but Casey controlling him for the moment. #ES#
Goncalves has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Casey off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Casey blocks a jab.
Goncalves misses with an attempted mid kick. #T4#
Casey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Casey appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Goncalves looks to land a right hand but Casey moved out of range.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Casey misses with a body shot.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
Goncalves backing away here, and Casey unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Casey keeps Goncalves at a distance using the push kick.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
A nice side step and Casey releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A big left from Casey misses.
Goncalves misses with a hook. Casey ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves misses with a series of wild punches.
Casey appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Goncalves takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Casey throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yellow Belt Casey will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Goncalves misses with a series of wild punches.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Casey moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a jab when Casey was well out of range.
Goncalves's corner calls for a 1-2. Goncalves obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
letting Casey counter with a right hand.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Casey counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Casey counters with a three punch combo that has Goncalves backing up. Goncalves nods at Casey to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC2#Goncalves is rocked!
Goncalves stalks Casey and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Casey's face. Casey staggers backwards, shaken.
Oh Goncalves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Casey counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A head kick from Goncalves lands but Casey takes it in his stride.
Goncalves seems to have got his legs back now.
Casey slips a jab from Goncalves.
Casey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Casey throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Casey has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Goncalves lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Casey circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Goncalves misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Casey counters with a thumping low kick.
Casey lands a head kick. Goncalves smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Casey avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Casey follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Casey looks to land a body kick but Goncalves moved away.
As Casey looks to move away, Goncalves throws a big counter combo but Casey just gets out of the way.
Goncalves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Casey.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Casey's head backwards.
Goncalves swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Casey.
Casey misses with a straight left.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Casey to counter with a crisp jab.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Casey connects with an inside leg kick.
Goncalves is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Casey throws a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves checks the leg kick.#T2#
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Casey is out of range.
Nice shot by Goncalves.
Goncalves lunges at Casey with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Casey's hand.
Goncalves moves out of range as Casey throws a body kick.
Goncalves swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Casey counters with a good low kick that Goncalves was not able to check.
Casey avoids a punch combination nicely.
Casey misses with a head kick.
Goncalves throws a leg kick but Casey checks it.
Casey throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Casey throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Casey manages to avoid it.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Casey feints and then cracks Goncalves's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Goncalves down.
Casey lands with a straight right. Goncalves didn't see that one coming.#T3#
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss
and Casey counters with a nice kick to the body.
Goncalves throws a right hand that Casey ducks under and follows up with a left that Casey also avoids with ease.
Casey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Casey cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves throws a right hand that Casey ducks under and follows up with a left that Casey also avoids with ease.
Casey is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Casey.
Goncalves looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Casey steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves throws a poor cross that misses
and Casey counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves moves out of range of the body kick from Casey.
Goncalves works over Casey's head and body with a nice combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Casey showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Goncalves.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Casey swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Casey lands a head shot.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Yellow Belt Casey seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Casey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Casey lands with a nice body kick.
Casey scores with a kick to the midsection.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Casey jabs at Goncalves's body.
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Casey throws a sloppy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Goncalves misses with a combination #TD2#
so Casey counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Casey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goncalves swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Goncalves pulls Casey in close to prevent any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yellow Belt Casey will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Casey avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Casey unleashes a big counter combination but Goncalves bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Goncalves fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Goncalves misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Casey cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Casey blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Casey unleashes a big counter combination but Goncalves bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Casey.
Donk. Goncalves catches Casey right on the button with a cross.
Casey throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Casey scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves moves out of range of the body kick.
It looked like Goncalves wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Casey throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Goncalves fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Casey drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Goncalves defends it well.
Jab from Goncalves.#T1#
Casey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Casey.
Casey is looking to slow Goncalves down with leg kicks.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
so Casey counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Casey wants to control from the top but Goncalves keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Goncalves has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Goncalves is trying to control the position but Casey postures up.
Casey slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Casey tries to advance to mount but can't.
Casey working away.
Goncalves manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SU#
Goncalves stands up out of the half guard.
Goncalves misses with the combination. #T3#
Goncalves feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Caseys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Casey moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Casey slips a jab from Goncalves.
Casey lands a jab to the nose.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Casey counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Yellow Belt Casey is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Goncalves connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Casey avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves staying out of range there.
Casey lands a body shot.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Casey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Casey ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.#T4#
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Casey is out of range.
And Casey tries to counter it with a takedown but Goncalves pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Casey throws a head kick that Goncalves semi-blocks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Casey is just out of range.
Casey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Casey feints the counter takedown.
Goncalves looks to land a combination. Casey sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss
and Casey counters with a straight right hand.
Casey blocks a jab.
Goncalves misses with a wild combination.
Casey is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Goncalves misses with a body punch
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Casey.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Casey ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Casey counters with a shoot takedown. Goncalves fights it but they end up in guard.

Goncalves pushes Casey off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Casey 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 166     
Date:   Aug 03, 2022
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves lands a leg kick that knocks Kalmisto off balance momentarily.
Goncalves throws a nice head kick!
Kalmisto gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Goncalves throws a leg kick
and Kalmisto counters with a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.
Kalmisto scores with a nice right hand. #ROC2#Goncalves is rocked!
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalmisto jabs Goncalves right on the nose. Goncalves blinks but takes it well.
Oh Goncalves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
Goncalves looks to land a combination but Kalmisto avoids it well. #CL2#
Kalmisto clinches.
Goncalves wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kalmisto has him pressed against the cage.
Goncalves seems to have got his legs back now.
Kalmisto lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kalmisto.#T1#
Kalmisto tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalmisto lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kalmisto lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Goncalves breaks from the clinch.
Goncalves misses with a double jab
and Kalmisto counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Goncalves has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Apophis Kalmisto!
Our winner, Apophis Kalmisto, 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: CFC 497: Mataitai v Chestner     
Date:   Jul 03, 2022
#R1#
Jones misses with an uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves scores with a one two! Jones had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Jones misses with a wild body shot.
Jones digs a good body shot into Goncalves's ribs.
Dingleberry Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
A low kick from Jones is predictable there
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Goncalves.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves blocks a jab.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jones.
Jones looks to land a body kick but Goncalves moved away.
Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves scores with a head kick.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jones throws a lazy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Goncalves scores with a four punch combination!
Jones connects with a solid leg kick.
Goncalves connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves scores with a punch to the head.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
A jab from Jones misses.
Jones blocks a head kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jones has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Jones punishes Goncalves's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Goncalves throws a counter high kick but Jones was just alert enough to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Jones misses the target.
Goncalves lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Jones misses with a left hand
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jones under the eye.
Goncalves is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jones finds himself stumbling back on wobbly legs after being clipped by a right hand. He's up against the cage, ducking and weaving under Goncalves's strikes but an uppercut finds it's way through and Jones falls! - He's completely out of it and the ref jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: CFC 493: Tiotio v Outlaw 2     
Date:   Jun 19, 2022
#R1#
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Farrokhzad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Farrokhzad misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Farrokhzad looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Farrokhzad swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Farrokhzad.#CUT#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.
A slow jab from Farrokhzad misses its intended target.
Good shot there by Farrokhzad.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves counters with a series of strikes. Farrokhzad will be more careful next time no doubt.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Farrokhzad.#CL#
Farrokhzad has managed to clinch.
Goncalves can't break the clinch.
Goncalves is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Goncalves tries to break the clinch but Farrokhzad is controlling the position.
Goncalves scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
Farrokhzad misses with a body punch.
Farrokhzad throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Goncalves blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Farrokhzad throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Farrokhzad lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves blocks a body shot from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad lands with a left to the head.
Farrokhzad scores with a shoulder strike.
Farrokhzad lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Farrokhzad misses the target.
Farrokhzad lands a jab to Goncalves's midsection.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Farrokhzad throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands with an uppercut that bounces Farrokhzad off the cage and back into range.
Farrokhzad scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Farrokhzad throws a body shot but no joy.
As Farrokhzad backs off Goncalves throws a huge counter combo but Farrokhzad manages to avoid it all.
Farrokhzad connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Goncalves gets tackled into the cage by Farrokhzad. Farrokhzad maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Farrokhzad throws out the jab.
Goncalves is looking for the big counter here.
Farrokhzad scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T2#
Farrokhzad throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Farrokhzad moves into range and clinches up with Goncalves.#BC2#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Farrokhzad throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Farrokhzad to counter with a crisp jab.
Farrokhzad misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
A big left from Farrokhzad misses.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Farrokhzad misses the target.#CL#
Farrokhzad gets a clinch.
Farrokhzad tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Goncalves lands a body shot in the clinch.
Goncalves tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farrokhzad's elbow.
Goncalves is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Goncalves wants to get back to striking at distance but Farrokhzad won't allow it. #T3#
Farrokhzad missing with knees to the body. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Farrokhzad closes the distance and clinches.
Farrokhzad throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Farrokhzad can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Farrokhzad lands a jab.
Farrokhzad throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Farrokhzad to counter with a crisp jab.
Farrokhzad loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Farrokhzad uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Farrokhzad's ribs.
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Farrokhzad was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Goncalves swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circle momentarily. Farrokhzad darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
Farrokhzad lands with a cross.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Farrokhzad finish him?
Goncalves misses with a two punch combination.
Goncalves tries to get into range but Farrokhzad steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Goncalves! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Farrokhzad scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bardia Farrokhzad!
An out of breath Bardia Farrokhzad thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CFC 484: IsMore v Xe     
Date:   May 18, 2022
#R1#
Lowe stalks Goncalves and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Goncalves's face. Goncalves staggers backwards, shaken.
Lowe sizes up Goncalves with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lowe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Lowe misses with a body shot.
Goncalves throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lowe connects with a leg kick.
Lowe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lowe slips a jab and a cross from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Lowe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Lowe closes the distance and pushes Goncalves back into the cage.#BC#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Lowe.
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!
Lowe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lowe throws a series of punches but Goncalves avoids them all with ease.
Lowe lands a nice looking body shot.
A combination from Goncalves does no damage.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Lowe.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick
and Lowe counters with an inside leg kick.
Lowe throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Goncalves misses the jab.
Lowe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Lowe is out of range.
A nice combination there by Lowe.
Lowe lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the jaw.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Lowe counters with an inside leg kick.
Goncalves lands a right hook to the body.
Lowe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Left hook, right uppercut from Lowe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lowe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Lowe throws a lazy uppercut
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lowe feints and then cracks Goncalves's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Goncalves down.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A cross from Goncalves lands.
Lowe is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Goncalves rather than just go for the knockout.
Goncalves avoids the head kick by Lowe. #T2#
Goncalves connects with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Lowe.
Lowe misses with a jab, cross combination.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lowe lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Lowe throws a nice inside leg kick.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Goncalves pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice jab there from Goncalves.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lowe avoids a punch combination nicely.
Despite the aggression on Lowe's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lowe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Goncalves's head.#T3#
Goncalves throws a head kick but Lowe moves out of range.
Lowe tries to clinch but Goncalves is having none of it.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd cheers as Lowe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Goncalves doesn't seem phased though.
A telegraphed right hand from Lowe misses the target.
Lowe throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Lowe misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Lowe throws a left and a right that both miss
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lowe blocks a jab.
Lowe wants to counter the offense by Goncalves and move into the clinch position.
Lowe lands a head shot.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Lowe counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lowe throws a series of punches but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lowe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lowe throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
A combination from Lowe does no damage.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Lowe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
Lowe throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lowe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lowe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Goncalves in his tracks.
Lowe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC#Lowe is rocked!
Lowe avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Lowe throws out a counter right but Goncalves avoids it with no problem.
Goncalves is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Lowe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Lowe.
Lowe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lowe takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses.
Lowe throws a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Lowe is still on wobbly legs! Can Goncalves finish him?
Lowe swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
No joy there for Lowe, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike Lowe will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lowe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Lowe seems to have recovered his senses.
Goncalves showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lowe.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses
and Goncalves makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Lowe moves out of range.
Goncalves swinging wildly here.
Goncalves works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lowe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Lowe's head.
Goncalves throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Lowe.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Lowe.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab from Goncalves.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lowe takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Goncalves throws a right and a left that Lowe avoids nicely.
Lowe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Goncalves.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Lowe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Lowe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Lowe misses with a hook to the body
and Lowe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lowe feints a jab promting Goncalves to slip. Lowe then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Goncalves slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Lowe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lowe checks the leg kick.
Lowe lands a body shot.
Goncalves swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lowe counters with an inside leg kick.
Goncalves 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab from Lowe.#T2#
Lowe connects with a high kick.
Lowe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Goncalves cracks Lowe with an open hand slap.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Lowe avoids them all with ease.
Mike Lowe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lowe gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Despite the aggression on Lowe's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lowe throws a body kick that misses.
Lowe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Danga de danga de dang - Lowe scores with a four punch combination!
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
Lowe throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a combination that misses
enabling Lowe to counter with a crisp jab.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Lowe.#T3#
Lowe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Lowe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lowe throws a chopping leg kick but Goncalves manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Goncalves tries to move into range but Lowe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Goncalves misses with a wild combination.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Goncalves fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lowe throws a half hearted mid kick.
Goncalves swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lowe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Goncalves sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lowe misses with a series of wild punches.
Lowe is looking to land body kicks.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Lowe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.#T4#
Goncalves scores with a head kick. Lowe tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lowe ducks right into an uppercut from Goncalves.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lowe under the eye.
Lowe lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A cross from Goncalves lands.
Lowe cracks Goncalves with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lowe throws a head kick but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lowe counters with a good, hard body kick but Goncalves shrugs it off.
Lowe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Lowe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lowe takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Lowe.
Lowe throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mike Lowe will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Lowe throws the kick towards the body but Goncalves avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Goncalves misses the target.
Lowe misses with the combination.
Lowe misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Lowe fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lowe avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Lowe throws a lazy uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Lowe takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lowe misses with a body shot.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A left and a right from Goncalves both land. Nice combination.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Lowe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lowe misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lowe moves away.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lowe with a nice calf kick.
Lowe throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Lowe counters with a body kick.
Lowe staying out of range there.
Lowe only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lowe looks to land a combination but Goncalves avoids it well.
Lowe throws a solid leg kick but Goncalves takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lowe.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lowe.
Goncalves slips a jab from Lowe.
Lowe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lowe sizes up Goncalves with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lowe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Goncalves has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lowe lands a nice looking body kick.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves scores with a hook.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Lowe ducks down to avoid it.
Lowe misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Goncalves went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Lowe is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Goncalves throws the left hand but Lowe avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves is looking to score with low kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lowe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lowe has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Goncalves takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Goncalves misses with a combination
and Lowe counters with a left and a right that stings Goncalves.
Lowe misses with a straight right.
Goncalves misses with a left hand
enabling Lowe to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Lowe closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Goncalves is trying to break free.
Goncalves working hard to break the clinch.
Goncalves wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lowe has him pressed against the cage.
Goncalves wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Goncalves tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lowe's elbow. #T3##BC2#
Lowe breaks the clinch.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Lowe.
Lowe lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves dodges the punch combination from Lowe.
It looked like Goncalves was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Lowe.
Lowe lands a nice looking body kick.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Lowe looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Lowe moves away from the strike by Goncalves.
Lowe lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Goncalves backs up against the cage.
Lowe throws a left and a right that both miss
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Mike Lowe has been cut.
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Goncalves goes for a high kick. It partially 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!
Goncalves throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lowe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A punch combination from Lowe misses.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Lowe.
Lowe misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Lowe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Lowe misses with a combination
and Goncalves counters with a huge left! Lowe is in big trouble! He's backing up but Goncalves isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Lowe from any more damage. A dominating finish by Goncalves!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
After winning the bout, Guilherme Goncalves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Mike Lowe spoke after the fight, saying 'Sorry for the loss. I will get back into the gym and come back stronger. I wish luck to Fu Tu in his future bouts.'.

 

Event: WCF 117:     
Date:   Mar 26, 2022
#R1#
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Pellegrini slips the punch.
An attempted straight right counter from Pellegrini misses the target.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Pellegrini throws a chopping leg kick but Goncalves manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Pellegrini avoids them all with ease.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Pellegrini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pellegrini fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Pellegrini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pellegrini throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pellegrini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Pellegrini misses the target.
Goncalves slips a jab from Pellegrini.
Goncalves checks the leg kick nicely there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Pellegrini moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Pellegrini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pellegrini fails in his attempt to clinch.
Goncalves swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pellegrini keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Vinnie Pellegrini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pellegrini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Pellegrini's head but Pellegrini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Pellegrini.
Goncalves unleashes a big counter combination but Pellegrini bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Pellegrini slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Pellegrini moves away and avoids it.
Goncalves takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Goncalves looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice uppercut lands for Goncalves. That snapped Pellegrini's head back.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Pellegrini.
Pellegrini fails with an attempt to clinch.
Goncalves cracks Pellegrini with a good jab.#CL#
Pellegrini rushes Goncalves and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Our sources have told us that Pellegrini has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pellegrini using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Goncalves has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pellegrini misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pellegrini lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pellegrini tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Pellegrini back against the cage.
Pellegrini with a knee to the head.
Goncalves is trying to force a seperation but Pellegrini has the dominant position.
Pellegrini gets through Goncalves's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Goncalves.
A frustrated look appears on Goncalves's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Pellegrini misses with a knee to the head.
Pellegrini scores with a shot to the side of Goncalves's head. #BC2#
Goncalves escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pellegrini missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pellegrini throws a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a left to the body.
Pellegrini connects with a crisp jab. #ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
Pellegrini slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Pellegrini finish him?
Pellegrini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Goncalves lands with a nice combination. Pellegrini backs away looking to recover.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Pellegrini is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Goncalves on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pellegrini. Pellegrini obviously looking to wear him down.
Pellegrini attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A jab from Pellegrini finds it's way through Goncalves's defenses.
Pellegrini tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Goncalves scores with a jab.
Pellegrini wants to clinch but Goncalves slips to the side
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pellegrini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
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!
Pellegrini misses with a low kick.
Pellegrini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Pellegrini fails with an attempt to clinch.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Pellegrini.
Pellegrini walks into a straight right hand from Goncalves.
Goncalves seems to have recovered his senses.#T4#
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pellegrini missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves cracks Pellegrini with an open hand slap.
Goncalves takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Goncalves lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pellegrini circles away quickly and effectively.
Pellegrini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves takes a swing at Pellegrini's ribcage but misses.
A low kick lands for Pellegrini.
Jab, jab by Goncalves - just one landing.
Pellegrini misses with a low kick.
Goncalves tries to move into range but Pellegrini moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Goncalves there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves misses with a double jab.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Pellegrini.
Pellegrini scores with a jab to the jaw.
Good exchange - Goncalves coming out on top.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL#
Pellegrini drives through and clinches with Goncalves against the cage.
Pellegrini blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pellegrini prevents Goncalves from breaking the clinch.
Goncalves can't break the clinch.
Goncalves wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Pellegrini has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Pellegrini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pellegrini lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pellegrini pivots, looking for a leg kick but Goncalves is out of range and Pellegrini settles back down.
Pellegrini misses with a double jab.
Goncalves lands a nice looking body shot.
Pellegrini takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Pellegrini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pellegrini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Pellegrini.
Goncalves 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.
Pellegrini throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Pellegrini doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Pellegrini avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Goncalves takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goncalves. Pellegrini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves jabs Pellegrini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pellegrini takes a jab right on the kisser.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Pellegrini 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.
Pellegrini misses with a hook.
Goncalves throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pellegrini's jab looks to have found its range, popping Goncalves under the eye.
Pellegrini motions for Goncalves to come forward. Pellegrini throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goncalves slips a jab and a cross from Pellegrini.
Goncalves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pellegrini looks to land a combination but Goncalves avoids it well.
Pellegrini throws a leg kick that misses. #T2#
Goncalves on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Goncalves misses with the combination.
Pellegrini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pellegrini misses with a looping right.
Goncalves is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pellegrini with a body shot.
Pellegrini moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Pellegrini.
Pellegrini throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Pellegrini fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Pellegrini is looking to score with low kicks.
A swing and a miss from Pellegrini.
Goncalves looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that Pellegrini avoids nicely.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Pellegrini misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goncalves takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Goncalves on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Pellegrini lands a really nice looking cross but Goncalves seems unphased.
Goncalves slips a jab from Pellegrini.
Goncalves let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pellegrini misses with a body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Pellegrini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goncalves has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pellegrini.
Pellegrini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves jabs Pellegrini right on the nose. Pellegrini blinks but takes it well.
Goncalves misses with a few strikes there.
Goncalves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Pellegrini stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pellegrini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pellegrini fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Goncalves is out of range.
Pellegrini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Good work by Goncalves as he checks the leg kick.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pellegrini misses with a hook.
Pellegrini takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the body.
Pellegrini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice side step and Goncalves releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pellegrini lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Goncalves rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pellegrini moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Pellegrini slips a jab from Goncalves.
Pellegrini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Goncalves's head backwards.
Some wild striking there from Pellegrini.
Pellegrini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pellegrini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
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 Vinnie Pellegrini will probably get the nod.
That's time! Pellegrini's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Decent striking displayed by Goncalves there.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Pellegrini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Pellegrini moves into the clinch.
Goncalves is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Pellegrini is keeping busy.
Pellegrini misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Goncalves wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Pellegrini misses with some punches.
Pellegrini struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Goncalves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pellegrini lands an uppercut.
Goncalves is looking to break free of the clinch but Pellegrini has double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pellegrini keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Goncalves's efforts to push away.
Pellegrini lands with a short shot to the head.
Goncalves has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pellegrini scores with a shoulder strike.
Goncalves is trying to force a seperation but Pellegrini has the dominant position.#T1#
Pellegrini throws a head punch that misses.
Goncalves has had enough of the clinch but Pellegrini keeps him there for the moment.
Pellegrini working aggressively here.
Pellegrini keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Goncalves's efforts to push away.
Goncalves wants to get back to striking at distance but Pellegrini won't allow it.
Pellegrini using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Goncalves has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pellegrini misses with a knee to the head.
Pellegrini misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Pellegrini fails to land.
Pellegrini lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pellegrini fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pellegrini lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pellegrini tries to land a knee to the head but Goncalves blocks with his arms.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goncalves wants to get back to striking at distance but Pellegrini won't allow it.
Pellegrini keeps control of Goncalves as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T2#
Goncalves avoiding damage as Pellegrini throws knees to the body.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pellegrini backwards.
Goncalves blocks an uppercut.
Pellegrini lands a right hand.
Goncalves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pellegrini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Pellegrini's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pellegrini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Pellegrini tries to clinch
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pellegrini looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nice defenses there by Pellegrini.
Goncalves moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Goncalves thuds a left hand into Pellegrini's body.
Pellegrini scoring well with a low kick there.
Pellegrini throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pellegrini will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Goncalves scores with a jab to the jaw.
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Pellegrini looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Pellegrini tries to clinch up but Goncalves circles away and keeps his distance.
Pellegrini swinging wildly here.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pellegrini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pellegrini throws a low kick but Goncalves moves out of range easily.
A jab from Goncalves finds it's way through Pellegrini's defenses. #T4#
Pellegrini avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Pellegrini lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pellegrini fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Goncalves is out of range.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Pellegrini tests Goncalves's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Goncalves scores with a hook.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pellegrini misses with a leg kick.
Goncalves ducks right into an uppercut from Pellegrini.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Pellegrini.
Pellegrini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Pellegrini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pellegrini misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Guilherme Goncalves just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Pellegrini throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves digs a good body shot into Pellegrini's ribs.
Pellegrini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pellegrini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A slow jab from Pellegrini misses its intended target.
Goncalves checks a leg kick nicely.
Goncalves connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Pellegrini scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Pellegrini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pellegrini slips a jab and a cross from Goncalves.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
A clash of legs there as Goncalves blocks the low kick.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice shot lands for Pellegrini.
Jab by Goncalves.#T1##CL#
Pellegrini rushes Goncalves and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pellegrini misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Goncalves escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pellegrini with the inside leg kick.
Pellegrini misses with a straight left.
Pellegrini throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves keeps the fight on the outside.
Pellegrini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves checks a low kick from Pellegrini.
Jab from Goncalves.
Pellegrini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
Pellegrini misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves lands a jab to the nose.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Pellegrini moves out of range.
A big right from Pellegrini misses. #T2#
A jab from Goncalves does it's job there.
Pellegrini looks to land a combination. Goncalves sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pellegrini loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Good work by Goncalves as he checks the leg kick.
Pellegrini looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Pellegrini moves out of range of the strikes.
Goncalves takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pellegrini misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Pellegrini misses with a looping right.
Pellegrini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Goncalves's head backwards.
Pellegrini moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T3#
Goncalves throws a jab when Pellegrini was well out of range.
Pellegrini misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves misses with a series of wild punches.
A combination from Goncalves does no damage. #CL#
Goncalves gets tackled into the cage by Pellegrini. Pellegrini maintains the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Pellegrini. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Pellegrini slips the punch.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pellegrini lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Pellegrini moves into the clinch successfully.
Goncalves is trying to push Pellegrini away but Pellegrini has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T4#
Goncalves working hard to break the clinch.
Goncalves wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Pellegrini has him pressed against the cage.
Pellegrini swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pellegrini lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pellegrini lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves is trying to break the clinch but Pellegrini is controlling him.
Pellegrini misses with some punches.
Pellegrini tries a knee to the head but Goncalves blocks it.
Pellegrini misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pellegrini. #BC2#
Goncalves breaks from the clinch.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Pellegrini has managed to clinch.
Pellegrini swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Goncalves working hard to break the clinch.
Pellegrini misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vinnie Pellegrini had his way with Guilherme Goncalves in that round.
That's time! Pellegrini's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pellegrini ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Goncalves moves out of range of the body kick.
Pellegrini lands with a cross.
Pellegrini tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Goncalves paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pellegrini throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pellegrini lands a really nice looking cross but Goncalves seems unphased.
Pellegrini throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and moves out of range.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Pellegrini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Pellegrini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pellegrini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Pellegrini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Pellegrini.#T1#
Pellegrini lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Pellegrini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves swings for the body but Pellegrini moves out of range.
Pellegrini throws a push kick but Goncalves slaps the foot to one side.
Pellegrini goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pellegrini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves throws a hook but Pellegrini avoids it easily.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Pellegrini catches Goncalves with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Pellegrini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Pellegrini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves walks straight into a right hand from Pellegrini - that's dropped him! Pellegrini jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Goncalves from any more punishment! Goncalves 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 1:49 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vinnie Pellegrini!
Vinnie Pellegrini is the new featherweight champion!
Vinnie Pellegrini managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Threads, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: WCF WNF 90: Woo vs Goncalves 3     
Date:   Jan 26, 2022
#R1#
Ji Woo slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Ji Woo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.
Ji Woo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Convicted Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Goncalves scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Ji Woo ducks down to avoid it.
It appears Ji Woo was looking to counter with a kick there.
Ji Woo defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves looks to land a combination but Ji Woo avoids it well.
Ji Woo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Goncalves throws a jab when Ji Woo was well out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Goncalves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Goncalves darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ji Woo ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Ji Woo tried to counter with a leg kick but Goncalves avoided it.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ji Woo counters with a nice body kick. #T1#
Goncalves moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ji Woo looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ji Woo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ji Woo misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves misses with a double jab
and Ji Woo counters with a stiff right hand.
Ji Woo is looking to land body kicks.
Goncalves is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ji Woo with a body shot.
Goncalves connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ji Woo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a one-two.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves misses with a left hand
and Ji Woo counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
Goncalves 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.
Ji Woo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Goncalves lands a jab to Ji Woo's midsection.
Goncalves lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ji Woo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Ji Woo is out of range.
Ji Woo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves throws a hook but Ji Woo avoids it easily.
Goncalves lands with an uppercut that bounces Ji Woo off the cage and back into range.
Goncalves scores with a decent looking hook.
Goncalves slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ji Woo cracks Goncalves with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ji Woo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Ji Woo's shoulder, as Ji Woo tries to avoid the shot.
Ji Woo throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Ji Woo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ji Woo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Goncalves on the side of the head.#ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
Ji Woo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
It looked like Ji Woo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ji Woo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Goncalves takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ji Woo staying out of range there.
Ji Woo throws a quick counter kick to the body but Goncalves avoids it.
Goncalves takes a swing at Ji Woo's ribcage but misses.
A quick step to the side and Ji Woo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T4#
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ji Woo throws out the jab.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Ji Woo ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like Ji Woo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Goncalves lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Goncalves scores with a body shot.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Ji Woo saw that one coming.
Ji Woo swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Ji Woo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ji Woo is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Guilherme Goncalves's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ji Woo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Goncalves misses with a jab, cross combination.
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Ji Woo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves lands a nice shot that snaps Ji Woo's head back.
Goncalves connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ji Woo blocks a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves swings for the body but Ji Woo moves out of range.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Ji Woo lands an overhand right.
Goncalves moves into range and connects with a jab.
Goncalves defending well as Ji Woo loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Goncalves lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ji Woo circles away quickly and effectively.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Ji Woo misses its target.
Goncalves has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ji Woo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Ji Woo is just out of range.
Goncalves throws a poor cross that misses
and Ji Woo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Ji Woo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ji Woo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Ji Woo walks into a stiff left hand from Goncalves.
Goncalves with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Goncalves lands with a nice combination. Ji Woo backs away looking to recover.
Ji Woo looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ji Woo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ji Woo staying out of range there.
Goncalves lands a nice hook to Ji Woo's body. Ji Woo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Goncalves scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ji Woo moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
Ji Woo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ji Woo lands a front kick.
Ji Woo 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.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches. #T3#
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ji Woo.
Goncalves scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ji Woo in his tracks.
Ji Woo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Ji Woo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Ji Woo cracks Goncalves with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ji Woo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Ji Woo's head.
An inside leg kick lands from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
Ji Woo avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL#
Ji Woo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Goncalves, pushing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ji Woo pushes Goncalves back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #TD#
Ji Woo drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Ji Woo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Ji Woo is looking for a triangle but Goncalves pushes his legs off easily.
Ji Woo is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Guilherme Goncalves's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ji Woo manages to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ji Woo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ji Woo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ji Woo misses with a body kick.
Goncalves scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Goncalves throws a nice looking combination but Ji Woo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ji Woo ducks right into an uppercut from Goncalves. #T1#
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Ji Woo misses the target.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Ji Woo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ji Woo takes one to the chin there.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jab by Goncalves.
Ji Woo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Nice defenses there by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ji Woo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Goncalves connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ji Woo scrambles back to his feet.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo throwing a counter right hand but Goncalves manages to avoid it.#T2#
Goncalves throws the left hand but Ji Woo avoids the punch easily.
Ji Woo just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good exchange - Goncalves coming out on top.
Ji Woo throws a low kick but Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Goncalves lands a nice hook to Ji Woo's body. Ji Woo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Goncalves throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
Ji Woo is looking for a counter combo.
Goncalves punishes Ji Woo's body with a nice straight punch.
Ji Woo tries a head kick but it misses. #T3#
Ji Woo lands with a slapping head kick.
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Ji Woo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Goncalves throws an off balance right hand
and Ji Woo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves throws the left hand but Ji Woo avoids the punch easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Ji Woo misses its target.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Ji Woo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Goncalves connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Goncalves swings for the body but Ji Woo moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Ji Woo misses its target.
Goncalves sizes up Ji Woo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ji Woo doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves lands with a shot to the body.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goncalves throws a combination that misses
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Ji Woo counters with a nice body kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Guilherme Goncalves'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.#R4#
Goncalves scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ji Woo was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
And Ji Woo counters with a quick kick to the body but Goncalves blocks it.
Nice straight punches there by Goncalves. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses #KD#
and Ji Woo counters with a nice right hand that sends Goncalves toppling to the canvas! Goncalves scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Ji Woo finish him?!
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Ji Woo finish him?
Goncalves misses with a body punch
and Ji Woo counters with an inside leg kick.
Ji Woo with a nice calf kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ji Woo throws a front kick that sends Goncalves stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Ji Woo clinches.
Ji Woo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Goncalves misses with the head strike. #BC#
Ji Woo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ji Woo.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ji Woo was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Ji Woo tried to counter with a leg kick but Goncalves avoided it.
Goncalves throws a hook but Ji Woo blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Ji Woo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Goncalves is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Nice body kick from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Goncalves! Ji Woo dives in looking to finish! Goncalves is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bong Ji Woo!
Bong Ji Woo retains his lightweight title!
Bong Ji Woo thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: WCF 104:Christmas Day Massacre     
Date:   Dec 25, 2021
#R1#
A jab from Cucumber finds it's way through Goncalves's defenses.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Cucumber lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Cucumber swinging wildly here.
As Cucumber looks to move away, Goncalves throws a big counter combo but Cucumber just gets out of the way.
Goncalves cracks Cucumber with a good jab.
Cucumber moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
Cucumber throws a left and a right that both miss
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cucumber throws a right hand that misses
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Cucumber ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Cucumber has knocked Goncalves down with a huge combo! Cucumber steps away and waves a wobbly Goncalves back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Goncalves is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves slips a straight right by Cucumber.
Oh Goncalves is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Good shot there by Goncalves.
Goncalves seems to have got his legs back now.
Left hook, right uppercut from Goncalves. #ROC#Cucumber is rocked!
Goncalves lands a brutal uppercut that launches Cucumber off his feet! Cucumber tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Guilherme Goncalves!
Our winner, Guilherme Goncalves, 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: WCF WNF 81: BB vs Legionarius     
Date:   Nov 24, 2021
#R1#
Goncalves takes one to the side of the head.
Ji Woo tries to clinch up.
Goncalves tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ji Woo is able to avoid easily.
Ji Woo throws a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Ji Woo moves into the clinch.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ji Woo swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ji Woo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Goncalves to keep the fight standing.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Ji Woo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A hook to the body from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ji Woo lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ji Woo scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Ji Woo backwards.
Goncalves tries to throw a body punch but Ji Woo avoids it by throwing Goncalves back against the cage.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Ji Woo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goncalvess head.
Ji Woo lands a nice uppercut.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ji Woo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A body shot lands from Goncalves.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ji Woo has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Ji Woo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ji Woo lands with a right to the head.
Ji Woo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Goncalves is looking to control Ji Woo's arms but Ji Woo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Goncalves has his back to the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Ji Woo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Goncalves lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ji Woo backwards. #T2#
Goncalves's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ji Woo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ji Woo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ji Woo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Goncalves lands a left hand.
Ji Woo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo misses with some punches.
Ji Woo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Ji Woo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Goncalves looking to slow down the pace here.
Ji Woo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Goncalves doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Goncalves lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Goncalves lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ji Woo backwards.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goncalves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goncalves. #T3#
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ji Woo misses with a punch on the inside.
Ji Woo pushes Goncalves back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Ji Woo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ji Woo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves prevents a body shot from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ji Woo.
Goncalves blocks an uppercut.
Ji Woo swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ji Woo lands with a left to the head.
Ji Woo throws a head punch that misses.
Goncalves prevents a body shot from Ji Woo.
A nice right hand lands inside from Goncalves.
Ji Woo struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Come on Goncalves - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Ji Woo lands a body shot in the clinch. #T4#
Goncalves blocks a body shot from Ji Woo.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
Goncalves working aggressively here.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves takes a shot to the head.
Ji Woo can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Goncalves tries a body shot but Ji Woo blocks it.
Ji Woo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Ji Woo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ji Woo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Ji Woo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
Ji Woo lands a body punch.
Ji Woo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ji Woo can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Ji Woo presses Goncalves against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ji Woo struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Ji Woo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Ji Woo.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bong Ji Woo dominated that round.
That's time! Ji Woo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Ji Woo takes the fight into the clinch.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Ji Woo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands on the inside with an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ji Woo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ji Woo can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goncalves lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Goncalves lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ji Woo misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ji Woo.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ji Woo.
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ji Woo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Goncalves can do to turn this around?
Goncalves tries to throw a body punch but Ji Woo avoids it by throwing Goncalves back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ji Woo lands a shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves. #T1#
Goncalves prevents a body shot from Ji Woo.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ji Woo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ji Woo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Goncalves tries to throw a body punch but Ji Woo avoids it by throwing Goncalves back against the cage.
Ji Woo scores with a hook to the body.
Ji Woo lands a right hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Goncalves.
Ji Woo throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Ji Woo has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ji Woo blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Ji Woo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ji Woo gets through Goncalves's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bong Ji Woo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A shot in the inside from Ji Woo.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ji Woo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Goncalves tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Goncalves holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ji Woo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ji Woo cracks Goncalves with a nice body shot.
Ji Woo working aggressively here.
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!
Ji Woo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ji Woo misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Ji Woo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ji Woo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ji Woo pushes Goncalves back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ji Woo throws a head punch that misses.
Ji Woo lands a body shot.
Ji Woo 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.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
Goncalves's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Goncalves fails to land.
Goncalves is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T3#
Ji Woo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Ji Woo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Ji Woo - that landed with a thud.
Ji Woo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Goncalves'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.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Ji Woo.
A short right from Ji Woo on the inside.
Goncalves swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ji Woo tries to work over Goncalves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ji Woo misses with a body punch.
Ji Woo works on Goncalves's body with a couple of short punches.
Ji Woo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ji Woo blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Ji Woo struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Goncalves working aggressively here.
Ji Woo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ji Woo lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Goncalves tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
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!
Ji Woo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ji Woo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Goncalves is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ji Woo is keeping busy.
Ji Woo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Goncalves.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ji Woo.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
Ji Woo tries to work over Goncalves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ji Woo presses Goncalves against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ji Woo throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Nice body punch from Ji Woo.
Goncalves is breathing heavily.
Ji Woo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goncalves lands a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Ji Woo.
A right handed body shot lands from Ji Woo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bong Ji Woo dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves misses with a wild combination.
Ji Woo wants to clinch but Goncalves slips to the side
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Ji Woo lands a jab to the head.
Ji Woo doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away.
Ji Woo dips to his left and cracks Goncalves with an uppercut!#ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Ji Woo finish him?
Goncalves misses with the combination. #KD#
Ji Woo cracks Goncalves with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Ji Woo has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Goncalves to stand back up!#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Goncalves. Ji Woo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ji Woo is looking to counter with a body kick.
Ji Woo staying out of range there.
Ji Woo tries to clinch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves connects with a body shot that sends Ji Woo's belly button to the back.#CL#
Ji Woo forces Goncalves back against the cage and clinches.
Goncalves lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves seems to have recovered his senses.
Goncalves misses with a punch on the inside.
Ji Woo throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
Goncalves trying to stall but Ji Woo improves his position.
A head punch on the inside from Ji Woo fails to land.
Goncalves lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Ji Woo fails to land.
Ji Woo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ji Woo misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ji Woo backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ji Woo lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Goncalves tries to throw a body punch but Ji Woo avoids it by throwing Goncalves back against the cage.
Ji Woo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goncalves.
Ji Woo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Ji Woo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Ji Woo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Ji Woo.
Ji Woo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3#
Ji Woo misses with a body punch.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
Ji Woo misses with a body punch.
Ji Woo pushes Goncalves back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ji Woo lands a right hand.
Goncalves swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A shot in the inside from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo pushes Goncalves against the cage. Ji Woo is working some dirty boxing. Ji Woo pushes off with a quick right hook! Goncalves goes down! Goncalves tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Ji Woo moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bong Ji Woo!
During a confident post fight interview, Bong Ji Woo thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: WCF WNF 79:Anderson v White 2     
Date:   Nov 10, 2021
#R1#
Zwirn wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Zwirn avoids it with no problem.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Zwirn lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.
Zwirn lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Goncalves lands with a short shot to the head.
Goncalves avoids the elbow strike from Zwirn, against the cage. #BC#
Zwirn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zwirn throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zwirn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goncalves.
Zwirn missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goncalves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goncalves scores with a leg kick.
Zwirn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Goncalves moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Zwirn wants to clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Zwirn. Those never looked like landing.
Zwirn thumps Goncalves with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Zwirn wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Frederick Zwirn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zwirn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Goncalves lands a jab to Zwirn's midsection.
Zwirn misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Goncalves tries to keep at a distance but Zwirn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Zwirn's head.
A head punch on the inside from Goncalves fails to land.
Goncalves misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Zwirn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goncalves fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL#
Zwirn darts in and clinches Goncalves up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zwirn wants to stall.
Goncalves gets through Zwirn's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Zwirn stalls.
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Zwirn creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Goncalves's defenses.
Goncalves lands a nice uppercut.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
A hook to the body from Goncalves. #BC#
Zwirn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves keeps the fight on the outside.
Goncalves feints a counter leg kick.
Zwirn tries to close the distance and clinch up but Goncalves swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Zwirn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Zwirn fails to land. #BC#
Zwirn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Goncalves stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zwirn.
Zwirn connects with a leg kick. #CL#
Zwirn has managed to clinch.
Zwirn pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Come on Zwirn - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Zwirn manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Zwirn goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Goncalves lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Zwirn stalling in the clinch but Goncalves improves position.
Zwirn lands a damaging elbow.
Zwirn working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zwirn backwards.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Goncalves dodges an elbow strike from Zwirn.
Zwirn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zwirn is stalling here. #BC#
Zwirn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves takes a jab right on the kisser.
Zwirn tries to clinch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Zwirn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zwirn misses with a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!#KD#
Zwirn lands a big head kick that sends Goncalves tumbling to the mat! Zwirn takes a step backwards and waves Goncalves back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zwirn misses with a wild combination.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Zwirn finish him?
Zwirn seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T4#
Goncalves shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Zwirn throws a leg kick
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zwirn is looking to clinch but Goncalves is avoiding it.
Zwirn tries to clinch up but Goncalves circles away and keeps his distance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Zwirn tries to clinch there but Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Zwirn throws a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Goncalves gets tackled into the cage by Zwirn. Zwirn maintains the clinch.
Zwirn has Goncalves pushed against the cage.#BC#
Zwirn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Zwirn throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Goncalves seems to have recovered his senses.
Zwirn tries to clinch up
and Zwirn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Zwirn is rocked!
Zwirn rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oh Zwirn is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Zwirn seems to have got his legs back now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves connects with a leg kick.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Goncalves flicks out a counter leg kick but Zwirn steps away.#CL#
Zwirn clinches.
Zwirn looks to throw an elbow but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Frederick Zwirn will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Guilherme Goncalves's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Zwirn tries to clinch there but Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Zwirn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zwirn's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Goncalves connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Zwirn scrambles back to his feet.
Zwirn throws a front kick aimed at Goncalves's knee but Goncalves avoids it well.
Zwirn is looking to slow Goncalves down with leg kicks.
Zwirn tries to clinch there but Goncalves circles away.
Goncalves throws a low kick but Zwirn avoids it.
Zwirn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A swing and a miss from Zwirn.
Zwirn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A nice side step and Goncalves releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zwirn doesn't manage to clinch there - Goncalves circles away.
Zwirn gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Zwirn tries a head kick but it misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Zwirn misses the target.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves is looking to chop away at Zwirn's legs.
Zwirn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Zwirn looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Zwirn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Goncalves works the jab nicely.
Zwirn tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Zwirn scores with a nice head shot.
Zwirn wants to clinch.
Goncalves doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Goncalves lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Zwirn. #T2#
That kick from Goncalves tenderised Zwirn's leg. Zwirn is trying to keep his angry face on.
Zwirn wants to clinch.
Zwirn drops his hands momentarily and Goncalves takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Goncalves scores with a leg kick.
Zwirn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zwirn connects with a body shot.
Zwirn darts in trying to clinch
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.
Zwirn moves in looking to clinch but Goncalves pushes him off.
Goncalves is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Zwirn with a body shot.#T3#
Goncalves sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Goncalves. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Goncalves being controlled against the cage.
Goncalves avoids the elbow strike from Zwirn, against the cage.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Zwirn looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Goncalves misses with the head strike.
Zwirn lands a nice elbow.
Zwirn digs a right hand into Goncalves's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Goncalves's gas tank.
Goncalves tries a body shot but Zwirn blocks it.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Goncalves.
Zwirn blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Goncalves.
Zwirn wants to get back to striking at distance but Goncalves won't allow it. #T4#
Zwirn wants to get back to striking at distance but Goncalves won't allow it. #BC#
Zwirn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Zwirn just misses with a punch to the body.
Zwirn wants to clinch.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Zwirn avoids it with no problem.
Goncalves fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goncalves connects with a leg kick.
Zwirn darts in trying to clinch
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves tests Zwirn's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Goncalves throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Zwirn colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Goncalves as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Zwirn is left battered and dazed whilst Goncalves and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
An out of breath Guilherme Goncalves thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WCF WNF 75: Anderson v Jackson     
Date:   Oct 13, 2021
#R1#
Goncalves lands a jab to the head.
Akechi just misses with a punch to the body.
Akechi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Goncalves has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Torcida MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Akechi avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Akechi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice takedown defense from Goncalves. No joy for Akechi on that attempt.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Akechi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Akechi cracks Goncalves with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Akechi staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akechi ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Akechi throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
enabling Akechi to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Goncalves avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goncalves walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Goncalves walks into a stiff left hand from Akechi.
Goncalves is looking to chop away at Akechi's legs.
Akechi with the counter takedown but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Akechi throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akechi misses with a looping left.
As Akechi looks to move away, Goncalves throws a big counter combo but Akechi just gets out of the way.
Akechi ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Akechi.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Akechi manages to avoid it.
Akechi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A low kick from Goncalves is predictable there #TD2#
and Akechi counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T2#
Akechi trying to control the position from guard on top but Goncalves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Akechi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Akechi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akechi throws a big elbow that misses.
Akechi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Akechi throwing strikes but missing.
Akechi postures up in Goncalves's guard and throws a big left but Goncalves blocks it.
Goncalves keeping moving, preventing Akechi from controlling successfully.
Goncalves working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Akechi. #T3#
Akechi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Goncalves looking for a sweep. Not yet Goncalves, not yet.
Akechi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goncalves swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Akechi trying to control but Goncalves is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Akechi.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Goncalves takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Goncalves takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Goncalves with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Akechi to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
Akechi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Akechi manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Akechi looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Goncalves!
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Akechi working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Akechi postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Akechi is trying to ground and pound but Goncalves uses the momentary lack of control by Akechi to regain half guard.
Akechi scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akechi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Akechi is stalling here. Goncalves is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Akechi seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Goncalves has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Akechi tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jubei Akechi dominated that round.
That's time! Goncalves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Goncalves lands the left hand.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Goncalves tries to move into range but Akechi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Akechi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Akechi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Akechi throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Akechi. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Akechi throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Akechi finds it's way through Goncalves's defenses.
Akechi jabs Goncalves right on the nose. Goncalves blinks but takes it well.
Goncalves walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Akechi misses with a right hand
and Goncalves counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Akechi thinking.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Akechi throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akechi lands a glancing blow to the side of Goncalves's head.
Akechi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Akechi manages to avoid it.
Nice shot lands for Akechi.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Akechi throws out the jab.
Akechi slips a straight right by Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Jubei Akechi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Akechi throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Akechi just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goncalves is looking to score with low kicks.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akechi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves misses with a hook
and Akechi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Akechi saw that one coming.
Akechi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goncalves.#TD2#
Akechi gets a double leg takedown into Goncalves's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Goncalves is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Akechi dives into side control. #T3##REVR#
Jubei Akechi has got the better of the ground game so far.
The strikes coming from Akechi are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Goncalves is trying to buck Akechi off.
Akechi throwing strikes but Goncalves manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Akechi tries to buck Goncalves off but Goncalves is having none of it.
Akechi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T4#
Goncalves is looking to take a break and control but Akechi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Goncalves tries to stand but Akechi is controlling his head.
Akechi is looking to reverse the position.
Akechi wants to control but Goncalves postures up.
Akechi is looking for a sweep.
Goncalves wants to stand but Akechi is controlling his arm.
Akechi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
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 Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves walks into a straight right hand from Akechi.
Nice uppercut lands for Goncalves. That snapped Akechi's head back.
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Akechi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Akechi.
Goncalves throws a leg kick but Akechi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Akechi with the counter takedown but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Akechi scores with a sloppy right hand. Goncalves should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akechi scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Akechi scores with a hook.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Akechi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Goncalves tries to avoid it but Akechi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Goncalves to the ground. Goncalves escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T1#
Goncalves drops his hands momentarily and Akechi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Akechi lands a lovely overhand right.
Akechi connects with a looping right hand.
Goncalves tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Akechi is able to avoid easily.
Akechi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Akechi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Goncalves counters with a nice low kick that buckles Akechi's knee momentarily.
Akechi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Goncalves. Goncalves circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Goncalves looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Akechi throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves tries to score with a low kick but Akechi moves his leg out of the way.
Akechi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akechi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.#T2#
Good shot there by Goncalves.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Akechi goes for a double leg but Goncalves avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Goncalves continues to drive forward.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Decent striking displayed by Akechi there.
Goncalves works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC#Akechi is rocked!
A jab from Goncalves finds it's way through Akechi's defenses.
Akechi is still on wobbly legs! Can Goncalves finish him?
Akechi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Akechi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
Goncalves throws a leg kick that is checked
and Akechi counters with a left to the body.
Akechi lands the left hand.
Nice sprawl there from Goncalves as Akechi shoots in.
Akechi seems to have recovered his senses.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jubei Akechi.
Akechi moves into range and connects with a jab. #TD2#
Akechi feints and as Goncalves raises his hands in defense, Akechi changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Akechi stops Goncalves from standing up.
Akechi wants to control from the top but Goncalves keeps moving.
Akechi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Goncalves wants to stand up but Akechi is controlling him. #T4#
Akechi working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Akechi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Akechi stands and throws Goncalves's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Akechi throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Akechi is looking to take a break and control but Goncalves is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jubei Akechi.
Well Akechi 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jubei Akechi!

Jubei Akechi took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Voodoo Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: WCF 89: Anderson vs Camorra 4     
Date:   Sep 11, 2021
#R1##KD2#
Bader drops Goncalves with a beautiful combination! Goncalves stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Bader is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Goncalves is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.
Goncalves is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Bader doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Goncalves crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Goncalves's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Timo Bader!
A relieved looking Timo Bader 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: WCF 85: Goncalves vs Anderson     
Date:   Aug 14, 2021
#R1#
Anderson misses with a left hand
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Anderson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Anderson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goncalves.
Anderson throws a lazy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Goncalves appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Anderson looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Anderson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Goncalves throws a low kick, looking for Anderson's leg but Anderson calmly moves out of range.
Anderson 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.
Anderson misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anderson scores with a jab.#T1#
Anderson throws a sloppy body shot
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Anderson lands a big head kick that sends Goncalves to the canvas! Anderson follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

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

 

Event: WCF WNF 62:Goncalves vs Victor     
Date:   Jul 14, 2021
#R1#
Victor fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Goncalves is looking to chop away at Victor's legs.
Victor dives in and grabs Goncalves's left leg, looking for a takedown. Goncalves pushes down on Victor's head and hops out.
Victor throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Goncalves.
We've been told by Goncalves's head coaches at Arcalimon Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Victor throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Victor closes this distance looking for a takedown but Goncalves circles away.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caio Victor.
Victor misses with a double jab
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Victor throws a combination that misses
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.
A nice leg kick from Goncalves, right into the meat of the thigh.
Victor misses with a looping left.#T1#
Victor missing with a left hand there. Goncalves was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good work by Goncalves as he checks the leg kick.
Victor throws a series of punches but Goncalves avoids them all with ease.
Goncalves throws a big counter combination but Victor scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Victor takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Victor shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Victor pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Victor shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Victor rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Goncalves moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Goncalves swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Victor fails with the takedown
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Goncalves checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Victor shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Goncalves counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Victor explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Victor throws a sloppy head kick
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Victor throws a sloppy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Victor with a poor takedown
and Goncalves counters with a big right hand! Oh Victor is in trouble here! Goncalves follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves retains his lightweight title!
A relieved looking Guilherme Goncalves 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: WCF 76: Goncalves vs Kosmanov     
Date:   Jun 12, 2021
#R1#
Kosmanov with a poor takedown
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kosmanov shoots in for a takedown but Goncalves shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Goncalves appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kosmanov tries for a takedown but Goncalves circles away easily
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Kosmanov.
Kosmanov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Goncalves as he avoids it easily.
We've been informed that Kosmanov 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.
Goncalves keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kosmanov ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.#TD2#
Kosmanov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kosmanov showed some decent athleticism there.
Goncalves keeping hold of Kosmanov's head, controlling as best he can.
Goncalves blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kosmanov. #T1#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kosmanov connects with a nice short shot to Goncalves's temple.
Goncalves is looking to control Kosmanov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Goncalves avoid being mounted?
Kosmanov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kosmanov looks to land a strike but Goncalves avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Kosmanov throwing strikes but missing.
Kosmanov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kosmanov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kosmanov throwing strikes but missing.
Goncalves utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Kosmanov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kosmanov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kosmanov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Goncalves trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kosmanov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kosmanov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kosmanov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kosmanov throwing strikes from guard but Goncalves blocks nicely.
Kosmanov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Goncalves works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Kosmanov chips away with some ground and pound.
Kosmanov looking to sit in guard and control but Goncalves gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Goncalves not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kosmanov wants to sweep here but Goncalves controlling him for the moment.
Kosmanov keeps trying to improve his position.
Kosmanov pulls Goncalves in to control the position.
Goncalves stopping the sweep attempt from Kosmanov.
Kosmanov is trying to keep Goncalves in close.
Kosmanov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T4#
Kosmanov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Goncalves's guard. #REVB#
Kosmanov won't allow Goncalves to sweep him here.
Kosmanov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kosmanov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kosmanov trying to control but Goncalves is working from the bottom.
Kosmanov is looking to work some ground and pound but Goncalves has wrist control.
Goncalves pulls Kosmanov in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goncalves controls Kosmanov momentarily but Kosmanov frees himself.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kosmanov controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Kosmanov dominated that round.
That's time! Goncalves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kosmanov shoots in for a double leg but Goncalves sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kosmanov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Goncalves as he avoids it easily.
Kosmanov shoots in but no luck this time.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Kosmanov.
Kosmanov with a poor takedown
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kosmanov shoots in looking for a takedown. Goncalves tries to sprawl out of it but Kosmanov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Goncalves manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kosmanov misses with a takedown
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Goncalves looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kosmanov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kosmanov wants to take a breather but Goncalves is having none of it.
Vladimir Kosmanov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Goncalves is positioning himself well to prevent Kosmanov advancing to mount. #T1#
Goncalves wants to improve his position but Kosmanov is controlling well.
Kosmanov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kosmanov misses with a head shot. Goncalves uses the momentum to regain guard.
Kosmanov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kosmanov connects with a couple of short punches.
Goncalves utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kosmanov postures up in Goncalves's guard and throws a big left but Goncalves blocks it.
Goncalves pulls Kosmanov in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kosmanov connects with a couple of short punches.
Goncalves seems keen to control Kosmanov's posture.
Kosmanov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Goncalves works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Goncalves keeping full guard, as Kosmanov tries to pass.
Kosmanov postures up in Goncalves's guard and throws a big left but Goncalves blocks it.
Kosmanov throws a strike but Goncalves rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T3#
Kosmanov wants to hit a sweep here but Goncalves passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kosmanov there!
Kosmanov wants to control but Goncalves is having none of it.
Goncalves tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kosmanov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kosmanov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T4#
Kosmanov tries to hold on but Goncalves pushes him away.
Kosmanov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Goncalves looking to control but Kosmanov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kosmanov is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kosmanov is still trying to improve position.
Kosmanov tries to hold on but Goncalves postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Kosmanov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Kosmanov dives in for a single leg takedown but Goncalves sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kosmanov or perhaps it was just good defense by Goncalves, which made it look bad.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Kosmanov.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Kosmanov with a poor takedown
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kosmanov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kosmanov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kosmanov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Goncalves tries to avoid it but Kosmanov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Goncalves to the ground. Goncalves escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kosmanov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Goncalves defends it nicely.
Goncalves fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kosmanov just manages to avoid it.#T1#
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Kosmanov fails with the takedown
and Goncalves counters with a good low kick that Kosmanov was not able to check.
Kosmanov has his takedown stuffed
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kosmanov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#Kosmanov is rocked!
Kosmanov misses with a takedown attempt
and Goncalves counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Kosmanov out cold! What a finish! Goncalves is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Guilherme Goncalves rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: WCF 71: Goncalves vs Turunen     
Date:   May 08, 2021
#R1##TD2#
Turunen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Goncalves quickly recovers to half guard.
Turunen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Goncalves is not content to let Turunen control the position.
Goncalves is looking for a sweep. Turunen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Goncalves is looking to control Turunen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Goncalves avoid being mounted?
Goncalves is holding on to half guard well.
Turunen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goncalves keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turunen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Goncalves is trying to control but can't. #T1#
Turunen not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Goncalves blocking the ground and pound attempt from Turunen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goncalves taking some punishment here, with Turunen in his half guard.
Turunen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Turunen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Goncalves does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Goncalves keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Turunen winds up and cracks Goncalves with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Turunen is pressing down on Goncalves's thigh, looking to free his foot. Goncalves is holding on for now.
Turunen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Goncalves keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Goncalves is looking to control Turunen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Goncalves avoid being mounted?#T2#
Goncalves controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Turunen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Goncalves wants to control but Turunen is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Goncalves is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turunen is keen to just control but Goncalves is a slippery customer.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Turunen connects with a nice short shot to Goncalves's temple.
Goncalves blocking the ground and pound attempt from Turunen.
Goncalves is looking to improve his position.
Turunen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Goncalves keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Turunen sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Goncalves defending well though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turunen in particular looking to stall.
Turunen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Turunen is trying to control. Goncalves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Goncalves moves into full guard.
Goncalves utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Goncalves looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turunen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Turunen wants to control from the top but Goncalves keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Turunen.#TD2#
Turunen shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Goncalves is trying to defend but Turunen finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Turunen throwing shots but Goncalves is blocking nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turunen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Turunen trying to control the action but Goncalves is working from the bottom.
Turunen prevents Goncalves from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Julius Turunen dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Turunen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Turunen shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Goncalves manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Turunen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Goncalves pulls Turunen in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves working a defensive guard but Turunen passes into half guard.
Turunen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Goncalves avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Turunen. #T1#
Turunen controlling the pace.
Turunen is thwarting Goncalves's attempts to control the position.
Goncalves works his way to full guard. Good work.
Goncalves avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Goncalves trying to control the position here.
Turunen chips away with some ground and pound.
Turunen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Turunen trying to control the position from guard on top but Goncalves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turunen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Goncalves wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Goncalves keeping moving, preventing Turunen from controlling successfully.
Turunen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goncalves swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turunen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Goncalves is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Goncalves keeping moving, preventing Turunen from controlling successfully.
Goncalves preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Goncalves holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Turunen shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T3#
Turunen looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Goncalves with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Turunen trying to control from half guard but Goncalves is working away.
Goncalves wants to control but Turunen is keeping busy.
Julius Turunen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Turunen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goncalves keeps working.
Goncalves makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Goncalves.
Turunen trying to control the position from guard on top but Goncalves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Turunen's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Turunen trying to control but Goncalves is working from the bottom.
Turunen is looking to work some ground and pound but Goncalves has wrist control.
Goncalves wants to sweep but no luck.
Goncalves is adopting a defensive guard.
Turunen sitting in guard here, content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Goncalves trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Julius Turunen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Goncalves lands a really nice looking cross but Turunen seems unphased.
Turunen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
As Turunen backs away, Goncalves returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Turunen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Goncalves counters with a nice low kick that buckles Turunen's knee momentarily.
Turunen ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Turunen shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Goncalves is trying to defend but Turunen finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Turunen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Turunen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Goncalves's head.
Well, if Turunen is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turunen trying to control from half guard but Goncalves is working away.
Goncalves is trying to get back to full guard.
Turunen slips a nice elbow through Goncalves's hands, connecting with Goncalves's forehead.
Turunen is trying to control the action in half guard but Goncalves is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turunen moves nicely into side control.
Goncalves struggling a bit here.#T2#
Turunen working the ground and pound from side control.
Goncalves is trying to improve his position.
Turunen looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Goncalves is avoiding damage well.
Goncalves is trying to control Turunen's posture but Turunen avoids it.
Turunen working the head and body with strikes.
Turunen landing strikes.
Turunen is looking to take a break and control but Goncalves is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Goncalves is trying to control Turunen's posture but Turunen avoids it.
Turunen scoring with punches and elbows.
Turunen working the ground and pound.
Turunen lands an elbow.
Turunen working the head with strikes.
Turunen scores with punches from side control. #T4#
Turunen wants to control but Goncalves is keeping him busy.
An elbow from Turunen crashes against the mat.
Turunen creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Goncalves avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Turunen.
Turunen tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Turunen trying to control the position but Goncalves is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goncalves is trying to get back to half guard.
Turunen misses with the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Julius Turunen really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Turunen misses with a takedown attempt - Goncalves sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Turunen shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Turunen showed some decent athleticism there.
Turunen is trying to control the action in half guard but Goncalves is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turunen is nestled in close to Goncalves, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turunen throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Goncalves tries to roll over but Turunen keeps him under control.
Turunen is thwarting Goncalves's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Turunen is trying to control. Goncalves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Turunen is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Turunen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Goncalves is looking to control Turunen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Goncalves avoid being mounted?
Turunen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Turunen wants to free his trapped foot but Goncalves is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Turunen wants to control but Goncalves is keeping him busy.
Turunen not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Goncalves trying to hold on to Turunen's head to control him but Turunen postures up.
Turunen winds up and cracks Goncalves with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Turunen scores with a couple of nice shots.
Turunen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Turunen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Turunen stalling.
Goncalves has hold of Turunen's hands but Turunen slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Turunen connects with a nice short shot to Goncalves's temple.
Turunen is trying to control. Goncalves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Turunen connects with a nice short shot to Goncalves's temple.
Turunen not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Goncalves tries to roll over but Turunen keeps him under control.
Turunen is trying to control. Goncalves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Turunen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Goncalves wants to improve his position but Turunen is controlling well.
Turunen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
Turunen takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Turunen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Turunen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Goncalves is looking for a sweep. Turunen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turunen perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Turunen throwing shots but Goncalves is blocking nicely.
Turunen not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Turunen stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turunen is trying to control. Goncalves wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Julius Turunen dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Goncalves takes a swing at Turunen's ribcage but misses.
Turunen with the counter takedown but Goncalves avoids it easily.#TD2#
Turunen closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Goncalves quickly recovers to half guard.
Goncalves tries to roll over but Turunen keeps him under control.
Well, if Turunen is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turunen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turunen looks to land a strike but Goncalves avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Turunen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Goncalves works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Turunen chips away with some ground and pound.
Turunen postures up in Goncalves's guard and throws a big left but Goncalves blocks it. #T1#
Turunen with a flurry of punches that miss.
Turunen with a nice head shot there.
Turunen pushing down on Goncalves's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Goncalves taking some punishment here, with Turunen in his half guard.
Turunen drops an elbow to the side of Goncalves's head.
Turunen is looking to stall here but Goncalves recovers full guard.
Turunen is in close to Goncalves's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Turunen postures up and lands a big shot to Goncalves's brow.
Turunen stays in close to Goncalves's body and controls the position.
Turunen preventing the sweep.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Turunen content to stall in guard here.
Turunen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Goncalves keeping moving, preventing Turunen from controlling successfully.
Goncalves looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turunen is one step ahead there.
Turunen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goncalves is keeping the position for now.
Turunen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Turunen trying to control the position from guard on top but Goncalves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Turunen fails with an attempt to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Turunen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Goncalves looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Turunen with a poor takedown
and Turunen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Julius Turunen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turunen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Turunen has his takedown stuffed
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julius Turunen.
Turunen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Goncalves seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Turunen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Turunen darts in looking for a takedown but Goncalves gets double underhooks and turns Turunen into the cage.
Goncalves Throws a clean left jab. Goncalves Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Turunen's chin! Turunen crumbles to the ground and Goncalves follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Goncalves!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves retains his lightweight title!
Guilherme Goncalves decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: WCF 65:Goncalves vs Ji Woo     
Date:   Mar 27, 2021
#R1#
Goncalves scores with a jab.
Ji Woo misses with an uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goncalves avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ji Woo tries to clinch up.
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ji Woo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ji Woo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ji Woo misses with a kick to the body
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Goncalves does it's job there.
Ji Woo swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Ji Woo - just one landing. #T1#
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ji Woo.#CL2#
Ji Woo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Goncalves, pushing him back against the cage.
Ji Woo lands a hook that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ji Woo.
Ji Woo tries to pull guard but Goncalves forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ji Woo tries to pull guard but Goncalves won't allow it.
Ji Woo has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Ji Woo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goncalvess head.
Ji Woo blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
A right hand to the body from Goncalves.
Ji Woo lands an uppercut.
Ji Woo jumps guard but Goncalves stands there with Ji Woo around his waist. Ji Woo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bong Ji Woo.
Goncalves is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD2#
Ji Woo pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Ji Woo has an active guard here but Goncalves has managed to pass into half guard.
Ji Woo is holding on to half guard well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Goncalves seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ji Woo is trying to get back to full guard.
Ji Woo is controlling Goncalves's trapped leg to prevent Goncalves from advancing to side control.
Ji Woo felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T3#
Still in half guard, Goncalves seems content to control.
Goncalves has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Ji Woo looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Goncalves pushes past his half guard into mount!
Goncalves prevents Ji Woo from getting the reversal.
Ji Woo wants to hold on but Goncalves pushes him away.
Ji Woo might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Goncalves haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Goncalves content just to control the position here.
Goncalves avoids the attempt from Ji Woo to control.#T4#
Ji Woo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ji Woo tries to hold on but Goncalves postures up.
Ji Woo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ji Woo wants to control but Goncalves is having none of it.
Ji Woo tries to reverse the position but Goncalves maintains control.
Ji Woo tries to hold on but Goncalves pushes him away.
Goncalves controlling from the full mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Ji Woo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves throws a hook but Ji Woo avoids it easily.
Ji Woo feints and then cracks Goncalves's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Goncalves down.
Ji Woo closes the distance but Goncalves moves to the side
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ji Woo throws a sloppy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Ji Woo throws a lazy body kick
and Goncalves counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ji Woo's knee momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Ji Woo closes the distance and pushes Goncalves back into the cage.
Ji Woo has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Ji Woo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ji Woo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Ji Woo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ji Woo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Ji Woo.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Ji Woo controls his hands.
A short body shot lands from Ji Woo as the two fighters clinch.
Ji Woo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goncalvess head.
Ji Woo scores with a hook to the body.
Goncalves is trying to break the clinch but Ji Woo has him pressed against the cage.
Ji Woo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ji Woo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ji Woo is trying to pull guard but Goncalves turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goncalves gets through Ji Woo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves trying to stall but Ji Woo improves his position.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Ji Woo prevents Goncalves from breaking the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ji Woo.
Goncalves tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Goncalves presses Ji Woo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ji Woo is trying to pull guard but Goncalves turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bong Ji Woo.
Goncalves blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Goncalves escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ji Woo was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Ji Woo moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
Ji Woo thows a body kick. Goncalves tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Ji Woo tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ji Woo misses the body punch
and Goncalves counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Goncalves 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.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Goncalves, as that shot connected.
Goncalves has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ji Woo.#T3#
Ji Woo cracks Goncalves with a good jab.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
It looked like Goncalves wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Goncalves 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 Ji Woo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ji Woo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A lazy left from Goncalves finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Goncalves throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ji Woo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
Ji Woo swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Ji Woo throws a wild body kick that Goncalves sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ji Woo misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a left to the body.
Ji Woo throws a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.
Ji Woo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bong Ji Woo 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!
Ji Woo darts in trying to clinch
and Goncalves counters with a series of strikes. Ji Woo will be more careful next time no doubt. #KD#
Goncalves drops Ji Woo with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Ji Woo looks back up at him and smiles so Goncalves waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Ji Woo is rocked!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ji Woo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Ji Woo throws a series of punches but Goncalves moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ji Woo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ji Woo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ji Woo throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Ji Woo cracks Goncalves with a good jab.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Ji Woo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Ji Woo.
Goncalves scores with a body shot. #T1#
Goncalves scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ji Woo throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
A quick step to the side and Goncalves tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ji Woo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
It looked like Goncalves wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves throws a poor cross that misses
and Ji Woo counters with a stiff right hand.
Goncalves throws a leg kick
and Ji Woo counters with a leg kick.
Ji Woo throws a body kick that misses
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goncalves walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ji Woo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ji Woo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ji Woo takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves checks a low kick from Ji Woo.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Ji Woo lands a nice looking body kick.
Ji Woo throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've been told by Goncalves's head coaches at Arcalimon Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ji Woo throws a big shot that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Goncalves misses its target.
Ji Woo throws a right hand that misses
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Ji Woo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Goncalves.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Ji Woo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ji Woo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ji Woo tries to pull guard but Goncalves forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ji Woo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Goncalves.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ji Woo throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves. #T3#
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
Ji Woo misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Ji Woo is out of range.
Ji Woo connects with an inside leg kick.
Ji Woo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #CL2#
Ji Woo forces Goncalves back against the cage and clinches.
A short right from Goncalves.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ji Woo.
Goncalves scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ji Woo. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ji Woo can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ji Woo misses with an uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Ji Woo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ji Woo throws a leg kick
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ji Woo misses with a body kick.
Goncalves tried to score with a low kick but Ji Woo checks it.
Ji Woo misses with a low kick.
Ji Woo is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Goncalves.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Goncalves connects with a leg kick.
Ji Woo tries to clinch but Goncalves is having none of it.
A low kick from Ji Woo misses
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ji Woo thows a leg kick but Goncalves checks it
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Ji Woo. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves misses with a lunging right hand
and Ji Woo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ji Woo.
Goncalves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Ji Woo throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Ji Woo is still on wobbly legs! Can Goncalves finish him?
A low kick from Ji Woo misses
and Goncalves scores with a counter punch that sends Ji Woo to the canvas! Goncalves smells blood - he's punishing Ji Woo with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Ji Woo has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves is the new lightweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Guilherme Goncalves started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: WCF WNF 42: Zwirn vs Turunen     
Date:   Feb 24, 2021
#R1#
Donovan scores with a jab to the body.
Donovan looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A low kick from Goncalves is predictable there
and Donovan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big right from Donovan misses.
Donovan throws a sloppy body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Donovan misses with a wild body shot.
Donovan throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Donovan lands a slapping body shot.
Donovan misses with a jab to the body
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Cayden Donovan has been cut.
Donovan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Donovan stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donovan misses with a right hand
and Goncalves counters with a three punch combo that has Donovan backing up. Donovan nods at Goncalves to acknowledge the strikes.
Donovan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Donovan throws a hook but Goncalves blocks it.
Donovan just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Donovan.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Donovan.
Donovan throws a shot to the body.
Donovan misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Donovan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Donovan throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Donovan is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Goncalves rather than just go for the knockout.
Goncalves bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Donovan's head.#ROC#Donovan is rocked!
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Donovan is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Donovan swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Donovan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Donovan misses with a combination
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Donovan.
Goncalves appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Donovan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Donovan avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donovan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Donovan misses with a body shot.
Donovan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Donovan misses with a wild body shot.
Donovan misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Donovan swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD#
and Goncalves counters with a nice right hand that sends Donovan toppling to the canvas! Donovan scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Goncalves finish him?!
Donovan is still on wobbly legs! Can Goncalves finish him?
Donovan swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Donovan misses with an uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Guilherme Goncalves!
A less than humble Guilherme Goncalves misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: WCF WNF 37: Zynne vs Archer     
Date:   Jan 20, 2021
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
Some wild striking there from Goncalves.
An inside leg kick from Goncalves misses.
Takamura is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Takamura under the eye.#T1#
Goncalves swings away with a body shot that misses
and Takamura counters with a leg kick.
Goncalves with a jab.
Takamura is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Goncalves.
Takamura gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#Takamura is rocked!
Goncalves is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Goncalves shuts the power down on Takamura. Lights out, game over! Goncalves is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: HFC 51 - Heights vs Jahouli     
Date:   Dec 12, 2020
#R1#
Goncalves connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Josephus Miller has been cut.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Miller.
Goncalves takes a jab right on the kisser.
Miller moves in looking to clinch but Goncalves pushes him off.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miller.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves moves into range and connects with a jab.
Miller misses with a jab to the body
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Goncalves throws a lazy uppercut
and Miller connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miller misses with a lunging right hand
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Goncalves walks into a stiff left hand from Miller.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miller cracks a nice hook into Goncalves's ribs.
Miller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Miller lands a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Miller.#T1#
Miller throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Josephus Miller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miller throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves counters with an outside leg kick.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Miller bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Goncalves's head.
Goncalves swings for the body but Miller moves out of range.
Miller waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
A telegraphed right hand from Miller misses the target.
Miller lands a slapping body shot.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miller.
Miller misses with a right hand
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miller misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miller.
We've been informed that Miller 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.#T2#
Miller lands with a good body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves is looking to chop away at Miller's legs.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Miller.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Miller.
Miller dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Miller counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Miller comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Miller stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Miller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miller on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Goncalves lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Miller misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a three punch combo that has Miller backing up. Miller nods at Goncalves to acknowledge the strikes.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Miller.
Miller scores with a decent looking hook.
Goncalves throws an off balance right hand
and Miller counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Miller. That snapped Goncalves's head back.
Miller swings widly with a right hand
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Josephus Miller's cut even more.
Miller blocks a jab.
Miller throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miller tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Miller throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
Miller throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves counters with a stiff right hand.
Goncalves lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Miller.
Miller throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut.
Miller stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Goncalves.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miller misses with a hook
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Miller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Miller.
Goncalves half committed to a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Josephus Miller's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Miller throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Josephus Miller has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Goncalves scores with a one two! Miller had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Miller fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL2#
Miller moves into the clinch successfully.
Miller misses with a hook to the ribs.
Goncalves lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Miller can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Miller tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Goncalves blocks a body shot from Miller.
A head punch on the inside from Miller fails to land.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Miller 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.
Miller swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Goncalves breaks from the clinch.
Miller misses with a left hand
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Goncalves.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miller swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Miller counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miller.
Miller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Miller.
Miller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miller scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
Goncalves missing with a left hand there. Miller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Goncalves gets tackled into the cage by Miller. Miller maintains the clinch.
Miller tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Miller back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Miller.
Goncalves misses with a punch on the inside.
Miller misses with the head strike.
Goncalves wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Miller working aggressively here.
Goncalves effectively controlling the action here.
Miller struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands. #T2#
Miller struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Miller has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Miller misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Miller moves out of range.
Miller jabs Goncalves to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miller. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miller fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves moves out of range as Miller strikes.
Miller slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Miller throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Miller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Miller.
Miller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Miller digs a good body shot into Goncalves's ribs.#T3#
Miller ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves lands a jab to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miller. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miller just manages to avoid it.
Miller swings widly with a right hand
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miller throws a shot to the body.
Miller misses with a straight right.
Miller fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Miller ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Miller throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Josephus Miller's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Goncalves tries to land a leg kick but Miller saw it coming and moves away.
Miller connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T4#
Miller throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miller looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Miller looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Miller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miller feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goncalvess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Miller connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Miller.
It looked like Goncalves was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miller. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab by Miller.
A nice leg kick lands there from Goncalves.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Miller.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Josephus Miller showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Josephus Miller's cut.
That's time! Goncalves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Goncalves dips to his left and cracks Miller with an uppercut!
Miller takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Miller changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Miller misses its intended target.
Miller misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves throws a jab when Miller was well out of range.
Goncalves walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Miller throws a lazy uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Miller has Goncalves up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Miller breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Miller ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.#T1#
Miller checks a leg kick nicely.
Miller misses with a right hand
and Goncalves counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Miller chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Goncalves can pounce on him.
Goncalves throws a nice inside leg kick.
Miller lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Miller misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miller.
Miller on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Goncalves. Goncalves obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Miller closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Miller controls his hands.
Miller swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Miller.#T2#
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goncalves.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves blocks an uppercut.
Miller swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Miller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goncalves scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Miller controls his hands.
Miller lands an uppercut.#BC#
Goncalves manages to break the clinch.
Goncalves misses with a body shot
and Miller counters with a left to the body.
Miller misses with a wild body shot.
Miller misses with a body punch
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miller misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Goncalves swats away the attempt to clinch by Miller.
Miller walks into a left hand.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miller.
Miller stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Miller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Miller.
As Miller looks to move away, Goncalves throws a big counter combo but Miller just gets out of the way.
Miller swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Miller misses with a hook
and Goncalves counters with a thumping low kick.
A shot to the liver by Miller. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Miller misses with a hook
and Goncalves counters with a right hand to the body.
Miller misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves half committed to a counter leg kick.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Goncalves wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big right from Miller misses.
A jab from Miller misses.
Goncalves lands a jab to Miller's midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Miller momentarily.
Miller throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miller falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Goncalves takes one to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Guilherme Goncalves.
I think Goncalves 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

Guilherme Goncalves decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: HFC 46 - Slingin vs Lachance     
Date:   Nov 07, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ford throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Ford looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Ford throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Goncalves counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goncalves. Ford does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves checks a leg kick nicely.
Goncalves lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ford rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Goncalves moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ford - that will leave a mark!
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ford throws out the jab.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Ford is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Ford 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.
Ford tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ford connects with a nice looking jab.
Goncalves lands with an overhand left.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ford throws out the jab.
Goncalves misses with a body shot
and Ford counters with a left to the body.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ford. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Ford wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Ford throws a hook to the side of Goncalves's head but Goncalves sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ford has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Ford's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ford takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Ford.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Goncalves checks a leg kick.
Ford ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Nice body kick from Ford.#T3#
Ford checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ford throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Ford looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Goncalves cracks Ford with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ford looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
It seemed like Goncalves was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ford fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ford throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Goncalves connects with a leg kick. #T4#
Goncalves scores with a jab. Ford acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Goncalves takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ford takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves misses with a hook. Ford ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Ford is out of range.
Goncalves slips a jab from Ford.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
Ford avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ford throwing a counter right hand but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Ford scores with a jab to the body.
Ford throws a sloppy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A head kick by Ford misses
and Goncalves counters with an inside leg kick.
Ford uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goncalves.
Ford is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ford doesn't seem bothered though.
Goncalves throws a low kick but Ford avoids it.
Goncalves 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.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Ford.
Goncalves appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ford lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Goncalves backs up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves misses the jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Goncalves darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ford scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT#It looks like Guilherme Goncalves has been cut.#T1#
Ford misses the shot to the body.
Ford moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
Goncalves throws a leg kick but Ford sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Ford on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice body kick there by Ford.
Ford digs a good hook to Goncalves's body.
Nice body kick there by Ford.
Ford looks to land a right hand but Goncalves moved out of range.
Ford bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Ford 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.#T2#
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Goncalves misses the jab.
Ford is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves thumps Ford with a low kick.
Ford keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Ford scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#KD#
Ford feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Goncalves sprawling to the canvas! Goncalves rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ford finish him?! #ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good standup being displayed there by Goncalves as he connects with a hook.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Ford finish him?
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Ford cracks Goncalves on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Goncalves falls backwards against the cage. Ford follows up with more strikes that drop Goncalves to his knees. Ford keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Goncalves! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ed Ford!
Ed Ford was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: HFC 39 - Patriot vs Goncalves     
Date:   Sep 19, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Patriot.
Patriot connects with a looping right hand.
Patriot lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Goncalves, as that shot connected.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Patriot moves out of range. #CL#
Patriot closes the distance and clinches.
Goncalves tries to circle away but Patriot has him pinned against the cage.
Patriot lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves misses with a short punch on the inside.
Patriot lands an uppercut.
Patriot lands a left hand that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Patriot misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Patriot blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Patriot controls his hands.
Patriot swings wildly with an uppercut but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Patriot lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do 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!
Patriot tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Patriot.
A head punch on the inside from Goncalves fails to land.
Our sources have told us that Patriot has been working on his elbows in the gym.#BC2#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
The fighters circling - Patriot throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Patriot throws a low kick but Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Goncalves on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Patriot. Patriot obviously looking to wear him down.
Some bone on bone action there as Goncalves checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Patriot moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Goncalves throws a shot to the body.
Patriot fails to land with a series of punches.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Patriot tries to clinch up.
Patriot misses with a hook to the body
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Patriot - that will leave a mark!
Patriot connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Goncalves momentarily.
Goncalves checks a leg kick nicely.
Goncalves checks a leg kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Goncalves on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Goncalves lands with an overhand left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Goncalves scores with a push kick.#CL#
Patriot closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Patriot misses with a punch on the inside.
Patriot scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Patriot keeps control of Goncalves as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Patriot blocking some punches.
Goncalves lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Patriot blocks an uppercut.
Patriot lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Patriot struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands.
Patriot tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Patriot softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Goncalves fails to land.
Patriot misses with a short punch on the inside.
Patriot working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Patriot blocks an uppercut.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Patriot.
Goncalves fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Patriot takes a shot to the head.
Patriot scores with a shot to the side of Goncalves's head.
Goncalves throws a head punch that misses.
Patriot tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Goncalves takes a shot to the head. #T3##BC2#
Goncalves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Patriot is just out of range.
Patriot looks for the body kick but Goncalves saw that one coming.
A nice side step and Goncalves releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Patriot scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Patriot's head but Patriot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
A good leg kick by Goncalves.
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Patriot uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Patriot.
Patriot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Patriot.
Goncalves thumps Patriot with a low kick.
Patriot moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Goncalves misses with a jab, cross combination.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Patriot.
Goncalves works the jab nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Patriot blocks a jab.
Patriot misses with a low kick. #T4#
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Patriot was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves misses with a leg kick.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Patriot moved out of range nicely.
Patriot throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Patriot avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Patriot was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
Patriot is looking to clinch.
Patriot looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Patriot clobbers Goncalves with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Patriot tries to counter by clinching up but Goncalves breaks away and moves out of range.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves moves out of range as Patriot strikes.
Goncalves scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves keeps the fight on the outside.
Goncalves keeps the fight on the outside.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Patriot moves away.
Patriot is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
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 Gorgon Patriot will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Goncalves motions for Patriot to come forward. Goncalves throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves cracks Patriot with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Patriot lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Patriot 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.
Patriot gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Patriot with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Goncalves to score with a decent uppercut.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Patriot moves out of range.
Goncalves cracks Patriot with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Patriot connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Patriot walks into a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Patriot misses with a low kick as Goncalves jumps back.
Patriot looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Goncalves walks into a left hand.
Patriot just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Patriot moves out of range. #T1#
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Patriot scoring well with a low kick there.
Patriot misses the shot to the body.
Patriot misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Goncalves takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Patriot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Goncalves scores with a jab. Patriot acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Goncalves lands with an overhand left.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Patriot.
Patriot keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Patriot explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Patriot lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Patriot.#CL#
Patriot clinches with his opponent.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Patriot creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Patriot on the inside.
Patriot lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Patriot misses with some punches.
Goncalves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Patriot lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC#Goncalves is rocked!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Patriot finish him?
Patriot lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Goncalves.
Goncalves seems to have recovered his senses.
Patriot lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Patriot misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short uppercut from Patriot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goncalves.
Goncalves has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Patriot seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Goncalves can turn it around.
Patriot goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Patriot lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Patriot scores with a shot to the side of Goncalves's head.
Patriot throws a big uppercut that drops Goncalves! More strikes from Patriot and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Goncalves lies dazed against the cage as Patriot celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gorgon Patriot!
Gorgon Patriot retains his lightweight title!
Gorgon Patriot bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: F&B 36: Goncalves vs. Baxxter     
Date:   Aug 17, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Baxxter has time to react.
Goncalves throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baxxter counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Baxxter moves out of range as Goncalves throws a body kick.
Goncalves looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Goncalves swings for the body but Baxxter moves out of range.
Baxxter is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy right hand. Baxxter should have avoided that one.
Goncalves throws a lazy uppercut
and Baxxter makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Goncalves throws a half hearted mid kick.
Goncalves takes a swing at Baxxter's ribcage but misses.
Baxxter slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses the body punch
and Baxxter counters with a left to the body.
Baxxter keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves lands with a hook. Baxxter tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick from Goncalves is predictable there #CL2#
and Baxxter counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T1#
Goncalves misses with a body punch.
Baxxter working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baxxter lands a hook that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Baxxter gets through Goncalves's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Baxxter prevents a body shot from Goncalves. #BC#
Goncalves escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Goncalves!
Baxxter misses with a hook
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves takes a swing at Baxxter's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Baxxter counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baxxter tests Goncalves's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Goncalves slips a jab from Baxxter.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
and Baxxter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A leg kick checked by Baxxter.#T2#
Goncalves thows a leg kick but Baxxter checks it #CL2#
and Baxxter counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Baxxter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Baxxter gets through Goncalves's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Baxxter lands a nice shot to the body.
Baxxter lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Baxxter doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baxxter is working Goncalves over against the cage.
Baxxter lands with a left to the head.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Baxxter's head.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Baxxter.
Goncalves working hard to break the clinch.
Baxxter tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
Baxxter lands a hook that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Baxxter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baxxter has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Goncalves seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Baxxter can turn it around.
Goncalves tries a body shot but Baxxter blocks it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T3#
Goncalves blocks a body shot from Baxxter.
Baxxter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow.
Goncalves lands an uppercut.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Baxxter backwards.
Baxxter misses with the head strike.
Baxxter misses with a short punch on the inside.
Goncalves lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike.
Baxxter lands a right hand.
Baxxter is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Goncalves working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Baxxter working aggressively here.
Goncalves is trying to break the clinch but Baxxter is controlling him.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Goncalves as Baxxter tries to tie him up.
Baxxter doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baxxter can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
A short uppercut from Goncalves.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baxxter blocks a body shot from Goncalves. #T4#
Baxxter tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Baxxter back against the cage.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Goncalves goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baxxter blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves pushes Baxxter back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Baxxter throws a head punch that misses.
Baxxter tries to work over Goncalves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Baxxter taking a breather.
Baxxter tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baxxter pushes Goncalves back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Baxxter.
Baxxter scores with a nice hook to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Baxxter has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Baxxter.
Baxxter looking to stall.
Baxxter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Guilherme Goncalves will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Baxxter waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
Baxxter takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Goncalves misses with a straight left.
Goncalves sets himself, and Baxxter steps forward looking for the clinch! Goncalves avoids it this time.
Goncalves throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Baxxter holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Baxxter misses with a body punch.
Goncalves wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Baxxter has him pressed against the cage.
Baxxter prevents Goncalves from breaking the clinch.
Baxxter tries to work over Goncalves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baxxter.
A short left from Baxxter.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Baxxter 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.
Baxxter tries to throw a body punch but Goncalves avoids it by throwing Baxxter back against the cage.
Goncalves is trying to force a seperation but Baxxter has the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Baxxter.
Baxxter has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Baxxter misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hans Peter Baxxter seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Baxxter controls his hands. #T1#
Baxxter throws a head punch that misses.
Baxxter misses with some punches.
Goncalves working aggressively here.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Baxxter or not.
Goncalves blocking some punches.
Baxxter misses with some punches. #BC#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Guilherme Goncalves is winning the standup battle so far.
Goncalves throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Goncalves sets himself, and Baxxter steps forward looking for the clinch! Goncalves avoids it this time.
Goncalves fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice shot by Goncalves.
Goncalves scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Baxxter.
Baxxter moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.#T2#
Goncalves throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A bone on bone clash there as Baxxter blocks the leg kick.
Baxxter throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Baxxter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves cracks Baxxter with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves defending well as Baxxter loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves swings widly with a right hand
and Baxxter counters with a straight right hand.
Goncalves throws a low kick but it's checked well by Baxxter.
Goncalves throws a lazy uppercut
and Baxxter counters with a left to the body.
Goncalves throws a hook to the side of Baxxter's head but Baxxter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goncalves throws a leg kick that is checked#CL2#
and Baxxter moves into the clinch.#T3#
A right hand to the body from Baxxter.
Goncalves wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Baxxter is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Baxxter uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Goncalves.
Baxxter lands a left hand.
Baxxter lands with a light punch inside.
Goncalves can't find room to land a body shot as Baxxter controls the action.
Baxxter misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baxxter backwards.
Baxxter stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Baxxter is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Baxxter keeps control of Goncalves as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nice body punch from Baxxter - that landed with a thud.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Goncalves. #T4#
Goncalves's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Baxxter lands a right hand.
Baxxter tries a body shot but Goncalves blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baxxter blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baxxter swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baxxter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baxxter misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves has a couple of punches blocked by Baxxter.
Goncalves looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Baxxter goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Baxxter - that landed with a thud.
Baxxter throws a punch but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Baxxter.
Baxxter has a couple of punches blocked by Goncalves.
A left hand lands to the body for Baxxter.
Goncalves tries a body shot but Baxxter blocks it.
Baxxter tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Peter Baxxter 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#
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Baxxter is out of range.
Baxxter is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Goncalves with a body shot.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Baxxter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baxxter replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Goncalves blocks it well.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baxxter throws out the jab.
Goncalves lands the left hand.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves misses with a leg kick.
Goncalves moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBaxxter.
Baxxter avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves digs a good body shot into Baxxter's ribs.
Baxxter misses with a head kick.
Baxxter moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
A little jabbing left from Baxxter on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baxxter misses with a hook.#T1#
Baxxter takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baxxter has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Goncalves fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves walks into a straight right hand from Baxxter.
Goncalves scores with a hook.
Goncalves will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Baxxter as he checks the leg kick.
Baxxter tries to counter with a clinch but Goncalves shakes him off and moves away.
Goncalves throws a leg kick
letting Baxxter counter with a right hand. #T2#
Baxxter drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves connects with a single shot there.
Goncalves throws a hook but Baxxter blocks it.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Goncalves. That snapped Baxxter's head back.
Goncalves throws a wild body kick that Baxxter sees coming a mile off.
Goncalves lands with a nice body punch.
Baxxter takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Baxxter uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Baxxter let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Baxxter steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Baxxter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goncalves.
Baxxter changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Baxxter is out of range.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Baxxter sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Baxxter ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves misses with a jab to the body
and Baxxter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goncalves misses with a hook. Baxxter ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Baxxter on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Goncalves getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Goncalves connects with a solid leg kick.
Goncalves swinging wildly here.
It seemed like Baxxter was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Goncalves tries to land a body kick
and Baxxter counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves takes a swing at Baxxter's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
and Baxxter counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A head kick by Baxxter misses
and Goncalves counters with a left to the body.
An inside leg kick from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
Goncalves with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Goncalves looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Goncalves sets himself, and Baxxter steps forward looking for the clinch! Goncalves avoids it this time.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baxxter gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Baxxter cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves clearly takes that round.
That's time! Goncalves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Baxxter misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses.
Goncalves connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Goncalves lands a head kick!
Goncalves lands a head kick!
Goncalves slips under a jab from Baxxter.
Goncalves swings away with a body shot that misses
and Baxxter counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Goncalves lands a leg kick that knocks Baxxter off balance momentarily.
Baxxter fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Goncalves looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
A big right from Goncalves misses.
Nice straight punches there by Goncalves. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Goncalves.
Baxxter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves thuds his right hand into Baxxter's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Baxxter wants to counter the offense by Goncalves and move into the clinch position.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Baxxter's head backwards.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Baxxter ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves misses with a double jab.
Baxxter takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Baxxter blocks a jab.
Baxxter tries to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
Goncalves takes a swing at Baxxter's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.
Goncalves throws a half hearted mid kick.
Baxxter looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baxxter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baxxter throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.
Goncalves slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Baxxter.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baxxter was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Baxxter is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Goncalves scores with a decent looking hook.
Goncalves throws a hook but Baxxter blocks it.#T3#
Goncalves throws a hook but Baxxter avoids it easily.
Baxxter catches Goncalves with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Goncalves throws a body punch but Baxxter moves out of range.
Goncalves misses with a jab to the body #CL2#
and Baxxter moves into the clinch.
A short right from Baxxter on the inside.
A short uppercut from Baxxter.
A short left from Baxxter.
Goncalves misses with some punches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Baxxter lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Goncalves backwards.
Baxxter digs a right hand underneath Goncalves's ribcage. Goncalves let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Baxxter's ribcage. Baxxter let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Baxxter can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action. #T4#
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike.
Goncalves works on Baxxter's body with a couple of short punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baxxter tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baxxter backwards.
Baxxter tries to work over Goncalves's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Goncalves wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Goncalves breaks the clinch.
Baxxter takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Baxxter walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A swing and a miss from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baxxter on the side of the head.
Baxxter has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Goncalves lands with a cross.
Baxxter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Baxxter blocks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves had his way with Hans Peter Baxxter in that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Goncalves thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goncalves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baxxter on the side of the head.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Baxxter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves misses with a right hand
enabling Baxxter to counter with a crisp jab.
Goncalves connects with a looping right hand.
Goncalves swings away with a body shot that misses
and Baxxter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
enabling Baxxter to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Baxxter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Baxxter is out of range.
Baxxter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.#T1#
Goncalves throws a hook but Baxxter blocks it.
Baxxter wants to counter the offense by Goncalves and move into the clinch position.
Goncalves scores with a nice head shot.
Goncalves lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Baxxter ducks down to avoid it.
Baxxter tries to counter by closing the distance.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Baxxter moves out of range.
Baxxter gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baxxter manages to avoid it.
Goncalves cracks Baxxter with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Baxxter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Goncalves on the side of the head.
Goncalves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baxxter can do to turn this around?
Goncalves walks forward, straight into a front kick from Baxxter.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baxxter moves away.#T2#
Goncalves throws a predictable looking body shot
and Baxxter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Baxxter jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Baxxter takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baxxter lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves throws an overhand right that lands on Baxxter's shoulder, as Baxxter tries to avoid the shot.
Goncalves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baxxter on the side of the head.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Baxxter sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Baxxter moves out of range.
A jab lands there for Goncalves.
Baxxter throws a jab when Goncalves was well out of range.#T3#
Baxxter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goncalves throws out the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Baxxter misses.
Good exchange - Goncalves coming out on top.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A shot to the body from Goncalves misses
and Baxxter makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Goncalves darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves lands a jab to Baxxter's midsection.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Baxxter's head backwards.
Goncalves jabs Baxxter to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Baxxter lands with a nice body kick. #T4#
Goncalves connects with the punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Baxxter counters with a head kick.
Baxxter slips under a jab.
Baxxter steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Goncalves.
Baxxter has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
Baxxter is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Goncalves.
Hans Peter Baxxter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Baxxter throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves scores with a crisp jab that stopped Baxxter in his tracks.
Baxxter on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Goncalves. Goncalves obviously looking to wear him down.
Baxxter swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves misses with a looping left.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Goncalves has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 49:47
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 49:47
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

Guilherme Goncalves retains his lightweight title!
Guilherme Goncalves tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: F&B 32: Yoshioka vs. Goncalves     
Date:   Jul 19, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yoshioka takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Yoshioka fails to land the takedown.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Goncalves is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Yoshioka tries to score a body lock takedown but Goncalves shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Satoru Yoshioka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yoshioka changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Goncalves fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
Yoshioka gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Yoshioka prevents a body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves gets through Yoshioka's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshioka has Goncalves pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Goncalves manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Goncalves throws a punch but it's blocked by Yoshioka.
Goncalves works on Yoshioka's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Goncalves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Yoshioka rushes Goncalves and presses him up against the cage.
Goncalves's coach down at Arcalimon Top Team was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Goncalves's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Goncalves lands a left hand. #T1#
Goncalves presses Yoshioka against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
Goncalves manages to break the clinch.
Goncalves lands with an uppercut that bounces Yoshioka off the cage and back into range.#CL#
Yoshioka moves into the clinch successfully.
Yoshioka wants to take the fight to the mat but Goncalves manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Goncalves scores with a hook to the body.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Goncalves gets through Yoshioka's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Yoshioka.
Goncalves makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Goncalves is pressed up against the cage. Yoshioka has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Goncalves down to the mat. Goncalves avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Yoshioka with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Goncalves to score with a decent uppercut.
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Yoshioka throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and checks it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves scores with a head kick. Yoshioka tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#ROC2#Yoshioka is rocked!
Goncalves connects with a body shot.
A jab from Goncalves does it's job there.
Oh Yoshioka is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Yoshioka tries for a takedown but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Goncalves cracks Yoshioka with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Yoshioka! Goncalves dives in looking to finish! Yoshioka 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 2:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves is the new lightweight champion!
Guilherme Goncalves decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: SAFO 61 Goncalves v Mendoza     
Date:   May 23, 2020
#R1#
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've been informed that Mendoza 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.
Mendoza ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mendoza steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
Mendoza will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mendoza moves away.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mendoza throws a right hand that Goncalves ducks under and follows up with a left that Goncalves also avoids with ease.
Goncalves rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mendoza cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mendoza misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves tried to counter with a leg kick but Mendoza avoided it.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Mendoza.
Daniel Mendoza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves misses with a hook. Mendoza ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Mendoza ducks down to avoid it.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a shot from downtown. Mendoza moves away and avoids it.
Mendoza throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves staying out of range there.#T1#
Mendoza lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Goncalves circles away quickly and effectively.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goncalves misses with a double jab.
Goncalves tries a head kick but it misses.
It seemed like Mendoza was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice body punch from Mendoza.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Mendoza is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Goncalves rather than just go for the knockout.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Mendoza.
Goncalves lands a leg kick that knocks Mendoza off balance momentarily.
Mendoza chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Goncalves can pounce on him.
Mendoza throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Mendoza takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mendoza misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jab by Mendoza.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Goncalves takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T2#
Mendoza connects with a single shot there.
Goncalves walks into a left hand.
Mendoza misses with a right hand
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Mendoza.
Mendoza gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Mendoza is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mendoza throws a hook but Goncalves blocks it.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Mendoza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves staying out of range there.
Mendoza misses with the combination.
Mendoza moves out of range as Goncalves strikes.
Goncalves attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Goncalves lands with a right hand.
A big left from Goncalves misses.
Mendoza lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Mendoza scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves is looking to slow Mendoza down with leg kicks.
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza checks a low kick from Goncalves.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves moves out of range as Mendoza strikes.
Mendoza lands a jab to the nose.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves throws a leg kick
and Mendoza counters with a left to the body.
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves connects with a jab.
Goncalves takes a swing at Mendoza's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mendoza moves away from the strike by Goncalves.
A big right from Mendoza misses.
Mendoza feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goncalvess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice cross by Goncalves.
Mendoza scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Mendoza is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Goncalves had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A looping hook to the body misses from Goncalves. Mendoza does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
Mendoza swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab.
Goncalves lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mendoza at a distance.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mendoza.
Goncalves motions for Mendoza to come forward. Goncalves throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves connects with a solid leg kick.
Mendoza jabs Goncalves to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Goncalves lands with a kick to the temple. Mendoza shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Goncalves throws a poor cross that misses
and Mendoza counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Goncalves thinking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Mendoza dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Goncalves misses with a leg kick.
Mendoza lunges at Goncalves with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Goncalves's hand.
Goncalves cracks Mendoza with a good jab.
Mendoza blocks a jab.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves jabs Mendoza right on the nose. Mendoza blinks but takes it well.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Goncalves lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mendoza cracks Goncalves with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mendoza throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a nice inside leg kick.
Goncalves takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mendoza sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Some wild striking there from Goncalves.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Goncalves throws a looping overhand right but Mendoza ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves misses with a shot to the body
and Mendoza counters with a stiff right hand.
Mendoza misses with an uppercut.
Mendoza takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
Mendoza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves misses with a hook. Mendoza ducked under it nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Goncalves.
Mendoza keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mendoza throws a shot from downtown. Goncalves moves away and avoids it.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Daniel Mendoza seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goncalves moves out of range of the strikes.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Mendoza blocks a leg kick.
Mendoza throws a hook but Goncalves blocks it.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Mendoza. #T2#
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mendoza throws out the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mendoza jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mendoza waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
Mendoza lands with a nice body punch.
Mendoza jabs at Goncalves's body.
Mendoza throws a right hand that Goncalves ducks under and follows up with a left that Goncalves also avoids with ease.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mendoza throws out a loose jab but Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Mendoza backs away, Goncalves returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
Mendoza scores with a hook to the body. Goncalves takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Goncalves connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mendoza's hands.
Mendoza scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mendoza.
Mendoza blocks a jab.#T3#
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Good work by Mendoza as he checks the leg kick.
Mendoza takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mendoza throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mendoza moves forwards but Goncalves connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mendoza lands a body shot.
Mendoza fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mendoza avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with an uppercut.
Mendoza comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mendoza connects with a body shot.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza lands with a nice body punch.
Mendoza misses with a body punch
and Goncalves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves walks into a jab.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Goncalves. That's going to slow Mendoza down. #T4#
Mendoza lands with a shot to the body.
Mendoza lands a right hook to the body.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Mendoza.
Mendoza checks the leg kick.
Mendoza appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mendoza throws out a powerful jab.
Mendoza connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Goncalves momentarily.
Goncalves is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Goncalves tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mendoza connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Goncalves's hands.
Goncalves misses with a looping right.
Mendoza ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mendoza throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Mendoza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Mendoza showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Goncalves takes a swing at Mendoza's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Mendoza avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves sizes up Mendoza with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Goncalves connects with a body shot.
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mendoza connects with a good right hand that stumbles Goncalves. Goncalves circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Mendoza has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mendoza throws out a powerful jab.
Mendoza lands a nice hook to Goncalves's body. Goncalves takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves motions for Mendoza to come forward. Goncalves throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mendoza loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Mendoza scores with a jab to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Mendoza as he connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mendoza throws a jab but it's blocked by Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a body shot
and Goncalves counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mendoza thinking.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Goncalves.
Goncalves with a nice calf kick.
Mendoza scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
A left lands for Mendoza.
Goncalves is looking to chop away at Mendoza's legs.
Mendoza throws out a counter right but Goncalves avoids it with no problem.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mendoza.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza scores with a decent looking hook.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Goncalves might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Mendoza. Those never looked like landing.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Mendoza ducks under a wild hook from Goncalves.
Mendoza avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mendoza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mendoza cracks a nice hook into Goncalves's ribs.
Mendoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves throws a chopping leg kick but Mendoza manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jab by Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a hook.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Mendoza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves throws a jab but it's blocked by Mendoza.
Mendoza lands with a shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the head.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An inside leg kick from Goncalves misses.
Nice defenses there by Mendoza.
Mendoza jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mendoza scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves misses with a body shot
letting Mendoza counter with a right hand. #T3#
Mendoza fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A big right from Mendoza misses.
Mendoza throws a sloppy body shot
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves takes a swing at Mendoza's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Mendoza avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mendoza throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mendoza connects with a nice looking jab.
Mendoza throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Mendoza comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Goncalves throws a low kick, looking for Mendoza's leg but Mendoza calmly moves out of range.
Mendoza has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Mendoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves tries a low kick but Mendoza avoids it.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mendoza.
Mendoza misses with a right hand
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Decent striking displayed by Mendoza there.
Good work by Mendoza as he checks the leg kick.
Mendoza looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mendoza misses with a looping right.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves scores with a jab. Mendoza acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Good work by Mendoza as he checks the leg kick.
Goncalves connects with a body shot that sends Mendoza's belly button to the back.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Mendoza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Goncalves throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Guilherme Goncalves did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Goncalves takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mendoza slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mendoza takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves lands with a kick to the ribs.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mendoza's head backwards.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mendoza.
Goncalves feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mendoza fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Goncalves scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Mendoza.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mendoza throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Mendoza.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Goncalves darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mendoza defending well as Goncalves loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mendoza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves staying out of range there.
Mendoza closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mendoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Mendoza digs a good hook to Goncalves's body.
Mendoza misses the jab.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mendoza misses with an uppercut
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves looks to throw the jab but Mendoza is out of range.
Goncalves throws a low kick but Mendoza avoids it.#T2#
Mendoza stalks Goncalves and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Goncalves's face. Goncalves staggers backwards, shaken.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves misses with a low kick.
Goncalves closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Mendoza's ribs.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mendoza lands with an overhand left.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy right hand. Mendoza should have avoided that one.
Goncalves lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Goncalves connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A shot to the liver by Mendoza. Beautiful body shot.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves defending well as Mendoza loads up on a big left hand.
Mendoza throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Goncalves throws a big shot that misses.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Mendoza avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mendoza looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mendoza connects with a body shot.
Mendoza takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Mendoza waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
It looked like Goncalves wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mendoza.
Mendoza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Mendoza.
Mendoza thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Goncalves throws out a loose jab but Mendoza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mendoza throws a shot from downtown. Goncalves moves away and avoids it.
Mendoza's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mendoza looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Mendoza takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Mendoza moves forwards but Goncalves connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mendoza throws a poor cross that misses
and Goncalves counters with an outside leg kick.
Mendoza misses with a right hand
and Goncalves counters 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!
Goncalves loads up on a big right hand but Mendoza slips the punch.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Goncalves misses the body punch
and Mendoza counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mendoza takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Goncalves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Goncalves lands with a nice body punch.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Mendoza wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mendoza swings widly with a right hand
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Daniel Mendoza will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
Goncalves is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Goncalves lunges at Mendoza with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mendoza's hand.
Goncalves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mendoza.
Goncalves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mendoza.
Goncalves swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goncalves looks to land a left hand but Mendoza moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut
and Mendoza counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves is looking to chop away at Mendoza's legs.
Mendoza ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mendoza stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mendoza takes one on the button.
Mendoza swings widly with a right hand
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mendoza.#T1#
A jab from Goncalves misses.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza lands a right hook to the body.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Mendoza throws a good cross that connects.
Mendoza fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice jab there from Mendoza.
Mendoza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Mendoza.
Goncalves on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Goncalves looks to score with a jab to the body but Mendoza is just out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Goncalves.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves sizes up Mendoza with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range. #T2#
Mendoza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Mendoza lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mendoza fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Mendoza.
Mendoza checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mendoza throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Mendoza keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Mendoza looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Daniel Mendoza is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Mendoza throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Goncalves was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mendoza.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves throws the left hand but Mendoza avoids the punch easily.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Goncalves cracks Mendoza with a good jab.
Mendoza throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Goncalves stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mendoza throws a series of punches but Goncalves avoids them all with ease.
Goncalves appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice cross by Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a hook to the body
and Goncalves makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Goncalves uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mendoza.
Mendoza lands a jab to Goncalves's midsection.
Mendoza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot lands for Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a jab to the body
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goncalves tried to score with a low kick but Mendoza checks it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mendoza checks a leg kick.
Mendoza checks a leg kick.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mendoza connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mendoza throws a shot to the body. #T4#
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Mendoza looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mendoza moves away.
Goncalves thuds a left hand into Mendoza's body.
Mendoza throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves throwing a counter right hand but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Mendoza feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goncalvess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves tried to counter with a leg kick but Mendoza avoided it.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Mendoza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mendoza scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
Mendoza misses with a straight right.
That kick from Goncalves tenderised Mendoza's leg. Mendoza is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Goncalves looks to land a body kick but Mendoza moved away.
Goncalves wants to slow Mendoza down by chopping away at his legs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Daniel Mendoza comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mendoza 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 47:48
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 46:50
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daniel Mendoza!
Daniel Mendoza retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Daniel Mendoza 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: SAFO 58 Frost v IsMore II     
Date:   May 06, 2020
#R1#
Goncalves displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Petrov.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Petrov needs to keep his hands up - Goncalves had a free shot at his head there.#CUT#
It looks like Peter Petrov has been cut.
Petrov is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Petrov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Goncalves counters with a nice leg kick.
Petrov with a poor takedown
and Goncalves counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Guilherme Goncalves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Peter Petrov.
Goncalves scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Goncalves scores with a jab.
Goncalves with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Petrov looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Petrov out cold! Petrov corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Condemned logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: SAFO 51     
Date:   Apr 04, 2020
#R1#
Mendoza throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Goncalves staying out of range there.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Mendoza checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A countering left hand to the body from Mendoza misses.
An inside leg kick from Goncalves misses.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Mendoza lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Goncalves at a distance.
Mendoza misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mendoza keeps the fight on the outside.
Mendoza misses with a series of wild punches.
Mendoza takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mendoza throws a series of punches but Goncalves avoids them all with ease.
Goncalves lands a jab to Mendoza's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mendoza stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves thows a leg kick but Mendoza checks it
and Mendoza counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been informed that Mendoza has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mendoza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Mendoza.
Goncalves lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mendoza's sensitive parts.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Goncalves.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mendoza has time to react.
Goncalves throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT#
It looks like Daniel Mendoza has been cut.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Goncalves throws a low kick but Mendoza avoids it.
Goncalves takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mendoza lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Goncalves misses with a straight left. #T2#
Goncalves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mendoza.
Goncalves is looking to counter punch.
Goncalves digs a good hook to Mendoza's body.
Goncalves digs a good hook to Mendoza's body.
Mendoza throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mendoza takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mendoza throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mendoza checks a leg kick.
Goncalves lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Mendoza throws a predictable looking body shot
and Goncalves counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #ROC#
Mendoza is rocked!
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mendoza is still on wobbly legs! Can Goncalves finish him?
Mendoza keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mendoza seems to have recovered his senses.
Goncalves stuns Mendoza with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Goncalves seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Goncalves walks into a jab.
Mendoza slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A nice combination there by Mendoza.
Goncalves fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range. #T3#
Goncalves thuds a left hand into Mendoza's body.
Daniel Mendoza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Goncalves misses
and Mendoza counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A shot to the liver by Mendoza. Beautiful body shot.
Goncalves is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Mendoza throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Goncalves.
Goncalves swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mendoza lands with a shot to the body.
Goncalves is looking to wear down Mendoza with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Mendoza swinging wildly here.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mendoza!
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Mendoza sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mendoza was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Mendoza moves out of range of the body kick from Goncalves.
Mendoza throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Mendoza misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a leg kick. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Left hook, right uppercut from Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves avoids a punch combination nicely.
A big right from Mendoza misses.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mendoza moves away.
Mendoza throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Goncalves stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves doesn't manage to clinch there - Mendoza circles away.
Mendoza lands a lovely overhand right.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza throws a body shot but no joy.
Goncalves lands with a hook. Mendoza tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mendoza throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Daniel Mendoza will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Daniel Mendoza'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#
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a nice right hand.
Daniel Mendoza seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goncalves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mendoza was well out of range. Poor timing from Goncalves.
Mendoza throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mendoza lands a jab to Goncalves's midsection.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Mendoza lands with a shot to the body.
Goncalves feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mendozas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Mendoza lands a nice shot that snaps Goncalves's head back.
Mendoza works Goncalves's body with a nice hook.
Mendoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Mendoza is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Goncalves with a body shot.
Mendoza fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Goncalves fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves just misses with a punch to the body.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Goncalves misses its target.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Mendoza scores with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Mendoza throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good exchange - Goncalves coming out on top.
Mendoza takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Mendoza lands a nice looking body shot.
Goncalves swings for the body but Mendoza moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a head kick but Mendoza moves out of range.
Mendoza lands a nice looking body shot.
Mendoza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Mendoza.
Mendoza throws a looping overhand right but Goncalves ducks down to avoid it.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice straight punches there by Mendoza. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mendoza.
Mendoza scores with a nice strike.
Mendoza misses with a hook. Goncalves ducked under it nicely.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mendoza is out of range and Goncalves settles back down.
Mendoza misses with a shot to the body
and Goncalves counters with a straight right hand.
Mendoza fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Goncalves looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Goncalves misses its target.
Mendoza lands with an uppercut that bounces Goncalves off the cage and back into range.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
Mendoza lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mendoza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Goncalves's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mendoza connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Goncalves scrambles back to his feet.
Mendoza ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves looks to land a combination but Mendoza avoids it well.
Goncalves takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Goncalves misses with the combination.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mendoza. #T3#
Goncalves lands the left hand.#CUT#
That has opened up Daniel Mendoza's cut even more.
Goncalves connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mendoza. Mendoza circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mendoza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Some wild striking there from Mendoza.
Goncalves goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mendoza ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Goncalves instigates a clinch.
Mendoza can't find room to land a body shot as Goncalves controls the action.
Good body shot from Mendoza.
Mendoza blocking some punches.
Mendoza scores with a hook to the body.
Mendoza leaning his opponent against the cage.
Goncalves can't find room to land a body shot as Mendoza controls the action.
Mendoza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goncalves's elbow. #T4##BC2#
Mendoza's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
As Mendoza backs away, Goncalves returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mendoza 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.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves half committed to a counter leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mendoza lands a body shot.
Mendoza lands a body shot.
Mendoza takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Mendoza looks to land a combination but Goncalves avoids it well.
Goncalves misses with an uppercut. Mendoza saw that one coming.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Mendoza swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mendoza misses with a straight left.
Mendoza checks a low kick from Goncalves.
Mendoza moves out of range as Goncalves throws a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Mendoza showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Daniel Mendoza'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.
#R3#
Goncalves takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Goncalves connects with a crisp jab.
Mendoza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Mendoza.
Goncalves takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mendoza throws out the jab.
Goncalves jabs at Mendoza's body.
Goncalves takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Mendoza appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Goncalves misses its intended target.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Mendoza is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mendoza on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Goncalves. Goncalves obviously looking to wear him down.
Mendoza jabs at Goncalves'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!
Goncalves takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mendoza scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Mendoza lands a body shot.
Mendoza throws a combination. Goncalves tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Mendoza clobbers Goncalves with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
An inside leg kick lands from Goncalves.
Mendoza misses with a wild body shot.
Mendoza comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Goncalves ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mendoza uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Goncalves has time to react.
Mendoza cracks Goncalves with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mendoza scores with a crisp jab that stopped Goncalves in his tracks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mendoza lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Goncalves circles away quickly and effectively.
Goncalves swings for the body but Mendoza moves out of range.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Mendoza stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Mendoza.
Mendoza throws out a counter right but Goncalves avoids it with no problem.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mendoza misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand.
Mendoza takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Decent striking displayed by Goncalves there.
Mendoza lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Mendoza lands with a straight right. Goncalves didn't see that one coming.
Goncalves explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Goncalves throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves digs a good body shot into Mendoza's ribs.
Mendoza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves misses with a low kick as Mendoza jumps back.
Mendoza misses the shot to the body.
Mendoza throws a body shot but no joy.
Mendoza steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goncalves.
A countering left hand to the body from Mendoza misses.
Mendoza lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mendoza doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mendoza moves forwards but Goncalves connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mendoza scores with a jab to the body.
Some wild striking there from Mendoza.
Mendoza slips a jab and a cross from Goncalves.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mendoza throws out the jab.
Goncalves lands a jab to the nose.
Goncalves throws a series of punches but Mendoza moves out of range. #T4#
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mendoza keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Mendoza blocks a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Goncalves looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mendoza throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Mendoza throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mendoza.
A telegraphed right hand from Goncalves misses the target.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
It looked like Goncalves wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mendoza checks a low kick from Goncalves.
Goncalves jabs at Mendoza's body.
Mendoza throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Daniel Mendoza just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Daniel Mendoza's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Goncalves throws a right hand that misses
and Mendoza counters with a three punch combo that has Goncalves backing up. Goncalves nods at Mendoza to acknowledge the strikes.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mendoza moves away.
Mendoza walks into a left hand.
A swing and a miss from Mendoza.
Goncalves tries to clinch
and Mendoza counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Goncalves pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A nice combination there by Mendoza.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Mendoza.
Mendoza throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mendoza. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goncalves lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mendoza keeps the fight on the outside.
Goncalves avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T1#
A head kick misses from Goncalves.
Mendoza thuds a left hand into Goncalves's body.
Mendoza misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goncalves.
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goncalves takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mendoza throws a sloppy body shot
and Goncalves counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mendoza throws a lazy right hand but Goncalves sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goncalves appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Goncalves takes one to the side of the head.
Goncalves takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Goncalves throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mendoza.
Mendoza throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Goncalves stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A punch combination from Goncalves misses.
Mendoza throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Goncalves to counter with a crisp jab. #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!
Mendoza scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Mendoza swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves moves away from the strike by Mendoza.
Goncalves works the jab nicely.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mendoza takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mendoza waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goncalves.
Mendoza on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Goncalves wants to land a leg kick but Mendoza is out of range.
Mendoza misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Goncalves on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Goncalves throws a lazy right hand but Mendoza sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mendoza goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Goncalves dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mendoza. That did some damage!
Mendoza lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves throws a leg kick which misses Mendoza's front leg but catches the back leg as Mendoza tries to avoid it. #T3#
A punch combination from Goncalves misses.
Mendoza's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mendoza checks a leg kick nicely.
Mendoza chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Goncalves can pounce on him.
Nice jab there from Mendoza.
Mendoza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goncalves.
Mendoza throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Goncalves uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mendoza.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A quick step to the side and Goncalves tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mendoza checks the leg kick.
Mendoza lands a head shot.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mendoza doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Goncalves misses with a leg kick
and Mendoza connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Mendoza.#T4#
Mendoza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goncalves darts in trying to clinch
and Mendoza counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Goncalves looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Goncalves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goncalves throws a nice head kick!
Mendoza connects with a right hand. Goncalves shakes it off.#CL#
Goncalves instigates a clinch.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Mendoza controls his hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Mendoza dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Daniel Mendoza's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Goncalves connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mendoza has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mendoza scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mendoza throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Mendoza misses the target.
Goncalves is looking to slow Mendoza down with leg kicks.
Mendoza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A left and a right from Mendoza both land. Nice combination.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goncalves is looking to clinch.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mendoza looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Goncalves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Goncalves tried to score with a low kick but Mendoza checks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mendoza throws a left and a right that both miss
and Goncalves counters with a head kick. That will keep Mendoza thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #T1#
Mendoza misses with a few strikes there.
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Mendoza takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mendoza scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
A nice combination there by Goncalves.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mendoza, as that shot connected.
Mendoza is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Goncalves.
Mendoza tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mendoza stuns Goncalves with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mendoza throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Goncalves stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mendoza ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Goncalves doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Goncalves attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Daniel Mendoza is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Mendoza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Mendoza.
Goncalves fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mendoza is out of range.
Mendoza throws a right and a left that both miss.
Goncalves tries to clinch but Mendoza is having none of it.
Mendoza throws a shot to the body.
Mendoza 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.
Mendoza checks a leg kick nicely.
Goncalves ducks right into an uppercut from Mendoza.
Goncalves throws a front kick aimed at Mendoza's knee but Mendoza avoids it well.
Mendoza is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mendoza swings away with a body shot that misses
and Goncalves counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Mendoza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Mendoza moves out of range.
A jab from Mendoza misses.
Guilherme Goncalves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Goncalves blocks a jab.
Mendoza lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Mendoza checks a low kick from Goncalves.
Mendoza fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Mendoza smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mendoza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goncalves misses with a kick to the body.
Goncalves takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mendoza dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mendoza works over Goncalves's head and body with a nice combination.
Mendoza misses with a body shot.
Goncalves was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mendoza looks to land a combination but Goncalves avoids it well.
Mendoza cracks a nice hook into Goncalves's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mendoza just misses with a punch to the body. #T4##CL#
Goncalves moves into range and clinches up with Mendoza.
Goncalves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Goncalves misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mendoza is leaning against Goncalves and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Goncalves misses with a hook to the ribs.
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
Mendoza blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Goncalves fails to land.
Goncalves tries to work over Mendoza's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mendoza is working Goncalves over against the cage.
Goncalves misses with a hook from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Daniel Mendoza comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mendoza winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 45:50
Judge Josh West scores the fight 46:50
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daniel Mendoza!

Daniel Mendoza is the new featherweight champion!
Daniel Mendoza took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, UnderGround Clothing Co. for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: SAFO 45 Gracie v Hawk     
Date:   Mar 13, 2020
#R1#
Burns misses with a hook
and Goncalves counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Burns thinking.
Goncalves scores with a jab.
Goncalves catches Burns with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Burns.
Burns definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A big left from Burns misses.
Goncalves moves into range and connects with a jab.
Burns looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves lands a really nice looking cross but Burns seems unphased.
A head kick misses from Burns.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Burns has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Goncalves.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Burns throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Goncalves sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Goncalves swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Goncalves ducks under a wild hook from Burns.
Goncalves has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Goncalves fails to land with a series of punches.
Burns throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goncalves turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Goncalves there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T1#
Burns throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Burns swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Jab by Goncalves.
Goncalves ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Goncalves scores with a kick to the body.
Goncalves lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Burns throws a sloppy head kick and Goncalves moves out of range easily.
Burns misses with a wild combination.
Goncalves's jab looks to have found its range, popping Burns under the eye.
That kick from Goncalves tenderised Burns's leg. Burns is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Goncalves instigates a clinch.
Burns is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Burns pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Burns throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Burns.
Burns throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
A little jabbing left from Goncalves on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Goncalves has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Goncalves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Burns misses the target.
Goncalves lands a nice hook to Burns's body. Burns takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
That kick from Burns tenderised Goncalves's leg. Goncalves is trying to keep his angry face on.
Goncalves misses with a two punch combination.
Burns seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Burns's ribs.
Burns is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Goncalves's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Burns lands a head kick!
Goncalves lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Burns at a distance.
Burns on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Goncalves. Goncalves obviously looking to wear him down.
Burns throws a lazy uppercut
and Goncalves counters with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves scoring well with a low kick there.
Burns ducks right into an uppercut from Goncalves.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burns throws out the jab.
A nice side step and Goncalves releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Goncalves scores with a one two! Burns had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Goncalves blocks a low kick nicely.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Goncalves. Those never looked like landing.
Burns avoids a punch combination nicely.
Goncalves avoids a punch combination nicely.
Goncalves lands a nice hook to Burns's body. Burns takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burns pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Goncalves back to the cage. Burns follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Burns misses with the combination.
A head kick misses from Burns.
Burns throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Goncalves gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Goncalves lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Burns blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burns's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4##BC#
Burns breaks from the clinch.
Burns tries to land a leg kick but Goncalves saw it coming and moves away.
Goncalves avoids the head kick by Burns.
Goncalves stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A punch combination from Burns misses.
Burns misses with a series of wild punches.
Alec Burns seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burns is breathing heavily.
Nice body kick from Goncalves.
Goncalves scoring well with a low kick there.
A telegraphed right hand from Burns misses the target.
A jab lands there for Goncalves.
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Burns.
Burns dodges the punch combination from Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burns avoids the head kick by Goncalves.
Burns tries a head kick but it misses.
Burns throws an overhand right that lands on Goncalves's shoulder, as Goncalves tries to avoid the shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Goncalves lands with a good body shot.
Goncalves connects with a body shot.
Burns takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Goncalves lands a nice leg kick that just misses Burns's sensitive parts.
Burns pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burns throws a head kick but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves avoids a punch combination nicely.
A swing and a miss from Burns.
A head kick by Burns misses
and Goncalves cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goncalves chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Burns tries a head kick but it misses.
Goncalves lands with a nice body punch.
Goncalves moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burns swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Goncalves throws a quick inside leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Goncalves.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Goncalves changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Burns takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Burns misses with the combination.
Burns tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves digs a good body shot into Burns's ribs.
Goncalves scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Goncalves lands a jab to Burns's midsection.
Goncalves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Goncalves throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Burns has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Goncalves.
Burns throws a lazy head kick
and Goncalves counters with a series of strikes. Burns will be more careful next time no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Goncalves drives through and clinches with Burns against the cage.
Burns tries to break the clinch but Goncalves is controlling the position.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Goncalves lands a body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Goncalves.
Goncalves is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Still in the clinch, Goncalves scores with a nice short uppercut.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Goncalves lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Burns.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Goncalves lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Goncalves.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves is working Burns over against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Goncalves as the two fighters clinch.
Goncalves stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Goncalves is working Burns over against the cage.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Goncalves cracks Burns with a nice body shot.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Goncalves lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goncalves lands with a left to the head.
Goncalves cracks Burns with a nice body shot.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Goncalves lands a left hand.
A short right from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a body punch in the clinch.
Goncalves lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Goncalves lands with a short shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Goncalves.
Burns tries to break the clinch but Goncalves is controlling the position.
Goncalves is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Goncalves working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Goncalves.
Goncalves misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Goncalves.
Goncalves lands with a right to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short body shot lands from Goncalves as the two fighters clinch.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short body shot lands from Goncalves as the two fighters clinch.
Goncalves lands with a short shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3##CL2#
Goncalves clinches up with Burns and pushes him back against the cage.
Burns tries to circle away but Goncalves has him pinned against the cage.
Burns is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Goncalves lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Goncalves lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Burns.
Goncalves lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Goncalves lands a left hand.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Goncalves lands a body shot in the clinch.
Goncalves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves scores with a hook to the body.
A short body shot lands from Goncalves as the two fighters clinch.
Goncalves lands with a short head shot 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!
Goncalves lands a nice uppercut.
Goncalves keeps control of Burns as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Goncalves stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Goncalves lands a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Goncalves.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Goncalves.
Burns's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Goncalves stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
Goncalves tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Burns's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Goncalves.
Goncalves is working Burns over against the cage.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Goncalves tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Burns's elbow.
Goncalves lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves misses with a body punch.
Burns is trying to push Goncalves away but Goncalves has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Goncalves lands a body punch. #T2#
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Goncalves misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Goncalves on the inside.
A hook to the body from Goncalves.
A right handed body shot lands from Goncalves.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
A short uppercut from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a body punch.
Goncalves lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves works on Burns's body with a couple of short punches.
Goncalves working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC2#
Burns is rocked!
Goncalves throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Burnss head.
Oh Burns is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goncalves scores with a hook to the body.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Goncalves misses with a punch to the body.
Burns seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Goncalves lands with a light punch inside.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Goncalves scores with a hook to the body.
Goncalves lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Burns's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Burns wants to get back to striking at distance but Goncalves won't allow it.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Goncalves lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves lands a left hand that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goncalves works on Burns's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Goncalves throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Goncalves lands a left hand.
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Goncalves.
Goncalves lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Burns's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Goncalves tries a body shot but Burns blocks it.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
A short uppercut from Goncalves.
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Goncalves misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Goncalves cracks Burns with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Goncalves throws a leg kick which misses Burns's front leg but catches the back leg as Burns tries to avoid it.
Burns throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A head kick misses from Burns.
Goncalves throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A big left from Burns misses.
Goncalves throws a nice looking combination but Burns bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Goncalves ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Burns throws a hook but Goncalves avoids it easily.
Some wild striking there from Burns.
Burns misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Goncalves. That's going to slow Burns down.
Goncalves is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Burns rather than just go for the knockout.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burns lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Goncalves rushes Burns and presses him up against the cage.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
Goncalves pushes Burns back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Goncalves lands a body shot in the clinch.
Goncalves lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Goncalves misses with a body punch.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Burns's head.
A body shot lands from Goncalves.
Goncalves pushes Burns back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goncalves scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Goncalves scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A hook to the body from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands with a light punch inside.
Goncalves pushes Burns back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Burns tries to break free but Goncalves pushes him back against the cage.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Goncalves works on Burns's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Goncalves.
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Goncalves lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Goncalves can't find room to land a body shot as Burns controls the action. #T3#
Goncalves misses with a body punch.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Burns's head.
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
Goncalves tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Burns's elbow.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Burns has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A nice right hand lands inside from Goncalves.
Goncalves tries to work over Burns's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Goncalves is working Burns over against the cage.#T4#
Goncalves doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A hook to the body from Goncalves.
Goncalves is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Goncalves.
Goncalves digs a right hand into Burns's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Burns's gas tank.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Goncalves on the inside.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Goncalves lands a right hand.
A short body shot lands from Goncalves as the two fighters clinch.
Goncalves lands a left hand.
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
Goncalves works on Burns's body with a couple of short punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Goncalves.
A short right from Goncalves on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.#CL2#
Goncalves closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Goncalves - that landed with a thud.
Goncalves prevents Burns from breaking the clinch.
Goncalves works on Burns's body with a couple of short punches.
A short left from Goncalves.
Goncalves has Burns pressed against the cage, preventing Burns from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Goncalves is leaning against Burns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Burns is trying to push Goncalves away but Goncalves has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Goncalves cracks Burns with a nice body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Goncalves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Burns takes a shot to the head.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Burns controls his hands.
Goncalves pushes Burns back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Nice body punch from Goncalves. #T1#
Goncalves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves gets through Burns's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Goncalves lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Goncalves creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Burns.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
Goncalves presses Burns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nice body punch from Goncalves - that landed with a thud.
Goncalves lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Burns's head. #BC#
Burns breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goncalves cracks Burns with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Goncalves throws a leg kick which misses Burns's front leg but catches the back leg as Burns tries to avoid it. #T2#
Goncalves lands a right hook to the body.
Jab from Goncalves.
Goncalves buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Burns tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.
Goncalves lands the left hand.
Burns takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Goncalves showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Burns.
Goncalves connects with the punch.
Alec Burns is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Burns looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
Burns throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Goncalves. Burns shrugs it off though.
Burns on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2#
Goncalves clinches up against the cage.
Goncalves digs a right hand underneath Burns's ribcage. Burns let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves pushes Burns back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Goncalves lands a body punch in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
Goncalves throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a right hand that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Burns is trying to break free.
Goncalves keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Burns's efforts to push away.
Goncalves tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Burns's elbow.
Guilherme Goncalves is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Burns's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Burns or not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Goncalves.
Goncalves lands a hook that snaps the head of Burns backwards.
Goncalves struggles to land a body shot inside as Burns controls his hands.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Goncalves.
Burns is trying to break free.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the side of Burns's head.
Goncalves lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Goncalves.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Alec Burns has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short left from Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A right handed body shot lands from Goncalves.
A shot in the inside from Goncalves.
Good body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Burns! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Goncalves is unloading with more strikes now! Burns drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves! Guilherme Goncalves retains his featherweight title!
Guilherme Goncalves took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Arcticus University: London for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Alec Burns was interviewed post fight and said 'I whooped his ass he caught me with some lucky shit '.

 

Event: SAFO 39 Gracie vs Turban     
Date:   Feb 15, 2020
#R1#
Farrokhzad is looking to clinch.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Goncalves.
Farrokhzad scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goncalves doesn't seem bothered though.
Goncalves chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Farrokhzad is looking to clinch but Goncalves is avoiding it.
Farrokhzad takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Farrokhzad avoids the body shot from Goncalves.
Farrokhzad tries to clinch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Bardia Farrokhzad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Farrokhzad scores with a jab to the jaw.
Farrokhzad looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Farrokhzad looks to score with a jab to the body but Goncalves is just out of range.
Farrokhzad throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Farrokhzad throws a sloppy body shot
and Goncalves counters with a low kick, right behind Farrokhzad 's knee.
Goncalves with a nice cross.
Goncalves lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves misses with a wild combination.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Goncalves takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Farrokhzad takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Farrokhzad is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've been informed that Goncalves 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.
Farrokhzad throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Goncalves stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Goncalves rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Farrokhzad moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Goncalves.
Goncalves avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Goncalves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Farrokhzad lands with an overhand left.
Farrokhzad keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Goncalves.
Farrokhzad is looking to wear down Goncalves with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Farrokhzad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Farrokhzad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goncalves was well out of range. Poor timing from Farrokhzad.
Goncalves will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Farrokhzad is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Farrokhzad. Goncalves does a little dance to reset his feet.
Farrokhzad throws a right hand that misses
and Goncalves counters with an outside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Goncalves.
Farrokhzad tries to clinch up
letting Goncalves counter with a right hand. #T2#
Goncalves jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Farrokhzad throws a body punch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves works Farrokhzad's body with a nice hook.
A leg kick checked by Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves slips under a jab from Farrokhzad.
Goncalves slips under a jab.
Goncalves only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Farrokhzad with a series of wild strikes but Farrokhzad uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Goncalves throws out a leg kick but Farrokhzad moves out of range and Goncalves only half commits.
Farrokhzad looks to throw the jab but Goncalves is out of range.
A nice combination there by Goncalves.
Goncalves avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Farrokhzad scores with the left hand. Goncalves knows he should have avoided that one.
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Farrokhzad looks to land a left hand but Goncalves moved out of range nicely.
Goncalves lands with a nice combination. Farrokhzad backs away looking to recover.
Farrokhzad swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Goncalves connects with an inside leg kick.
Goncalves slips a straight right by Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad moves into range and connects with a jab.
Farrokhzad is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Farrokhzad paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Farrokhzad throws a big shot that misses.
Goncalves closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Farrokhzad swings for the body but Goncalves moves out of range.
Farrokhzad punishes Goncalves's body with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves throws a body shot but no joy.
Farrokhzad is looking to counter the offense by Goncalves and move into the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Goncalves.
Goncalves displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Farrokhzad throws out the jab.
Nice uppercut there from Farrokhzad.#T4#
Farrokhzad connects with a nice looking jab. #ROC#
Goncalves is rocked!
Goncalves punishes Farrokhzad's body with a nice straight punch.
Goncalves is still on wobbly legs! Can Farrokhzad finish him?
Farrokhzad tries to close the distance and clinch but Goncalves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Goncalves swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A solid leg kick lands there for Goncalves.
Farrokhzad slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Farrokhzad avoids a kick to the body.
Farrokhzad takes one to the chin there.
Farrokhzad ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goncalves moves away.
Goncalves keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Farrokhzad.
Goncalves seems to have recovered his senses.#CL#
Farrokhzad drives through and clinches with Goncalves against the cage.
Farrokhzad misses with a knee strike.
Goncalves pushes Farrokhzad back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Farrokhzad throws a knee to the head but misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Goncalves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Farrokhzad lands a left hand.
Farrokhzad crunches a lovely knee into Goncalves's ribcage.
Goncalves lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Goncalves as the two fighters clinch.
Farrokhzad is breathing heavily.
Goncalves can't find room to land a body shot as Farrokhzad controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guilherme Goncalves 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#
Farrokhzad tries to clinch up.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goncalves bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goncalves tries a quick counter leg kick but Farrokhzad is wise to it.
Farrokhzad takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Farrokhzad swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Goncalves counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goncalves has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Farrokhzad takes a swing at Goncalves's ribcage but misses.
Farrokhzad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Farrokhzad misses with a hook
and Goncalves makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Farrokhzad checks a leg kick.
Goncalves uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad wants to clinch
and Goncalves counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Goncalves 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Goncalves fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Farrokhzad checks it well.
Farrokhzad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goncalves manages to avoid it.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Goncalves uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Farrokhzad.#T1#
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Farrokhzad moves out of range easily.
Farrokhzad 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.
Farrokhzad lands with an overhand left.
Farrokhzad misses with an uppercut. Goncalves saw that one coming.
Goncalves moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Goncalves avoids the body shot from Farrokhzad.
Goncalves lands with a nice body punch.
Farrokhzad misses the shot to the body.
Farrokhzad is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Goncalves! But no joy.
A jab lands there for Goncalves.
Goncalves turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Farrokhzad misses with a wild body shot.
Farrokhzad takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Goncalves throws a hook but Farrokhzad avoids it easily.
Farrokhzad is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Farrokhzad throws a right hand that Goncalves ducks under and follows up with a left that Goncalves also avoids with ease.#T2#
Farrokhzad tries to clinch up
and Goncalves counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Farrokhzad thinking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Farrokhzad loads up on a big right hand but Goncalves slips the punch.
Farrokhzad takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Farrokhzad cracks Goncalves with a good jab.
Goncalves scoring well with a low kick there.
Goncalves throws a half hearted mid kick.
Farrokhzad wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Farrokhzad pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Goncalves unleashes a big counter combination but Farrokhzad bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Goncalves misses the shot to the body.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that Farrokhzad avoids nicely.
Goncalves throws a leg kick but Farrokhzad checks it.
Farrokhzad swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Goncalves throws out a powerful jab.
Goncalves scores with a leg kick. #T3#
Farrokhzad throws an off balance right hand
and Goncalves counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A telegraphed right hand from Farrokhzad misses the target.
Goncalves goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#ROC2#
Farrokhzad is rocked!
Farrokhzad throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oh Farrokhzad is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Farrokhzad takes one on the button.
Farrokhzad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goncalves lands a big head kick that sends Farrokhzad to the canvas! Goncalves follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves is the new featherweight champion!
As Guilherme Goncalves got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Bardia, you're in incredible champion and it's an honor to be the new title holder! I know our paths will cross again and I know our next battle will be epic! I hope to be as good a champion as you have been.'.

 

Event: SAFO 37 Russian Collusion     
Date:   Feb 01, 2020
#R1#
Goncalves misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice body kick from Goncalves.
A chopping leg kick lands by Goncalves.
Grestch shoots in looking for a takedown. Goncalves tries to sprawl out of it but Grestch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Goncalves manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Goncalves appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Goncalves lands a right hook to the body.
Donk. Goncalves catches Grestch right on the button with a cross.
Goncalves lands a jab to the nose.#CUT2#
It looks like James Grestch has been cut.
Goncalves connects with a solid leg kick.
Goncalves lands a jab to the head. #ROC2#
Grestch is rocked!
Goncalves explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Oh Grestch is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goncalves cracks Grestch's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Grestch slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Goncalves can do further damage! This one is done, son!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Guilherme Goncalves!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Guilherme Goncalves waved his t-shirt featuring Condemned's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: SAFO 35 Kong v Schlaub     
Date:   Jan 19, 2020
#R1#
Grestch takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Grestch takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Goncalves stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Goncalves scores with a nice body kick.
Goncalves connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Grestch seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Goncalves shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Grestch is backing up but Goncalves catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Grestch covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Goncalves Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Guilherme Goncalves!
After the big win, Guilherme Goncalves made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Arcticus University: London and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: SAFO KickBoxing II     
Date:   Dec 16, 2019
#R1#
Nice jab there from Goncalves.
Jun Fan tries to land a front kick but Goncalves steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Goncalves lands a glancing blow to the side of Jun Fan's head.
Goncalves slips a jab from Jun Fan.
Goncalves doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Goncalves looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jun Fan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jun Fan tried to score with a low kick but Goncalves checks it.
Goncalves fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jun Fan looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jun Fan tries to clinch up but Goncalves circles away and keeps his distance.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
Jun Fan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Goncalves paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jun Fan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jun Fan tries to clinch up.
Goncalves looks like he wants to counter punch here.
No joy there for Goncalves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jun Fan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Goncalves paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Goncalves is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jun Fan with a body shot.
Jun Fan wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Jun Fan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Goncalves finds it's way round the side to connect with Jun Fan's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jun Fan looks to clinch
and Goncalves counters with a two punch combo.
Jun Fan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jun Fan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jun Fan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jun Fan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jun Fan wants to clinch.#T1#
Goncalves connects with a crisp jab.
Goncalves avoids the head kick by Jun Fan.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Goncalves throws a quick inside leg kick.
Goncalves blocks a head kick by Jun Fan.
Goncalves throws a leg kick which misses Jun Fan's front leg but catches the back leg as Jun Fan tries to avoid it.
Jun Fan tries to land a front kick but Goncalves steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jun Fan walks into a stiff left hand from Goncalves.
Goncalves dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jun Fan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jun Fan tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves scores with a decent looking hook.
Jun Fan throws a low kick but Goncalves avoids it.
A nice side step and Goncalves releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Goncalves scores with a three punch combo! #ROC2#
Jun Fan is rocked!#T2#
Goncalves moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Oh Jun Fan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goncalves scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves scores with a jab to the body.
Jun Fan seems to have got his legs back now.
Jun Fan on the wrong end of a nice hook.#KD2#
Goncalves lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Jun Fan goes down! The ref sends Goncalves to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Jun Fan is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!
Goncalves throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jun Fan tries to close the distance and clinch up but Goncalves swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Goncalves lands a really nice looking cross but Jun Fan seems unphased.
Jun Fan closes the distance but Goncalves moves to the side
and Goncalves counters with a right hand to the body.
Jun Fan is breathing heavily.
Jun Fan is looking to clinch but Goncalves is avoiding it.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Jun Fan avoids it with no problem.
Goncalves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Goncalves stalks Jun Fan and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Jun Fan's face. Jun Fan staggers backwards, shaken.
Jun Fan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jun Fan misses with a leg kick
and Goncalves counters with a nice body shot.
Goncalves lands a lovely overhand right.
Jun Fan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Donk. Goncalves catches Jun Fan right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Jun Fan looks to land a combination but Goncalves avoids it well.
Goncalves lands a jab to the head.
Jun Fan is looking to clinch but Goncalves is avoiding it.
Goncalves lands a really nice looking cross but Jun Fan seems unphased.
Goncalves cracks Jun Fan with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Goncalves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#KD2#
Goncalves scores a flash knockdown with a right hook that drops Jun Fan to his hands and knees! The ref pushes Goncalves away as he looks to land an illegal blow. Jun Fan got an extra few seconds to recover there, which could have made all the differences as he stumbles back to his feet. The referee looks into his eyes and decides to allow the bout to continue. Can he survive?!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goncalves lands a body shot. #KD2#
Goncalves lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Jun Fan goes down! The ref sends Goncalves to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Jun Fan is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!
Goncalves connects with a crushing straight, right on the bridge of Jun Fan's nose, sending him crumpling to the mat! That's really rocked Jun Fan - is he going to beat the count??? 4,5,6,7,8,9.....10 - he's not made it - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: S.A.F.O BMF #1     
Date:   Nov 30, 2019
#R1#
Goncalves feints and then cracks Ramathorn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ramathorn down.
Goncalves scores with a shot to the body.
Goncalves definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ramathorn takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Goncalves lands a leg kick that knocks Ramathorn off balance momentarily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Goncalves darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Ramathorn with a series of wild strikes but Ramathorn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ramathorn! But no joy.#KD#
Goncalves drops Ramathorn with a beautiful combination! Ramathorn stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Goncalves is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Ramathorn is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Ricky Ramathorn has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Goncalves connects with a nice cross there... Ramathorn is looking wobbly and Goncalves recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Ramathorn to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Goncalves jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Guilherme Goncalves!
Guilherme Goncalves thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Striking Masters 3     
Date:   Oct 26, 2019
#R1#
Wonheim tries to clinch but Goncalves moves out of range.
Goncalves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wonheim.
Goncalves has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL#
Wonheim forces Goncalves back against the ropes and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Goncalves. #BC#
Wonheim breaks from the clinch.
Danga de danga de dang - Goncalves scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#
It looks like Joshua Wonheim has been cut.
Goncalves misses with a low kick.
Goncalves works Wonheim's body with a nice hook.
A clash of legs there as Goncalves blocks the low kick.
Wonheim wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Goncalves lands a nice looking body shot.
Goncalves throws a leg kick
and Wonheim counters with a flying knee. Nice.
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!
Goncalves defending well as Wonheim loads up on a big left hand.
Goncalves looks to land a body kick but Wonheim moved away.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Goncalves tries a body shot but Wonheim blocks it.
Wonheim is trying to stall. #T1#
Wonheim lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Wonheim pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves connects with a body shot.
Goncalves smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Goncalves throws a sloppy head kick and Wonheim moves out of range easily.
Goncalves misses with a wild combination.
Wonheim thinks about countering with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Wonheim.
Goncalves tries to land a leg kick but Wonheim saw it coming and moves away.
Goncalves misses with a body shot.
A leg kick checked by Goncalves.
A nice combination there by Goncalves.
Wonheim fails with an attempt to clinch.
Goncalves lands a body shot.
Wonheim looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
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!
Goncalves lands a jab to Wonheim's midsection.#T2#
Wonheim wants to clinch.
Wonheim wants to land a leg kick but Goncalves is out of range.
Wonheim tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Goncalves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves throws a right and a left that both miss.
Goncalves throws a body punch but Wonheim moves out of range.
Wonheim swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Goncalves lands a nice shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Wonheim.
Goncalves lands a nice hook to Wonheim's body. Wonheim takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Goncalves misses with a wild body shot.
Wonheim throws a head kick that misses.
Guilherme Goncalves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goncalves swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wonheim throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves wants to land a leg kick but Wonheim is out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Goncalves checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joshua Wonheim'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#
Wonheim fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wonheim checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Goncalves lands an overhand right.
Goncalves has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wonheim slips under a jab from Goncalves.
Wonheim checks a low kick from Goncalves.
Wonheim misses with a low kick.
Goncalves lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wonheim throws a sloppy body shot
and Goncalves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Wonheim closes the distance and pushes Goncalves back into the ropes.
Wonheim takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Wonheim breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goncalves is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Wonheim rather than just go for the knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Wonheim clinches up against the ropes.
Wonheim blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Wonheim is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Goncalves is working Wonheim over against the ropes.
Wonheim blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Goncalves works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
A left hand lands to the body for Goncalves.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Goncalves as Wonheim tries to tie him up.
Wonheim blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Goncalves as Wonheim tries to tie him up.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Goncalves as Wonheim tries to tie him up.
Goncalves swings wildly with an uppercut but Wonheim uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wonheim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Good body shot from Wonheim.
A short right from Goncalves on the inside.
Wonheim is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Wonheim struggles to land a body shot inside as Goncalves controls his hands. #T2#
Wonheim presses Goncalves against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Goncalves lands a nice uppercut.
Wonheim trying to control the position but instead, Goncalves has worked for underhooks and has pushed Wonheim into the ropes.
Goncalves doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Wonheim goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wonheim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wonheim keeps control of Goncalves as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A body shot lands from Goncalves.
Goncalves wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A frustrated look appears on Goncalves's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wonheim blocks a body shot from Goncalves.
Wonheim is looking to control Goncalves's arms but Goncalves gets an underhook and turns him. Now Wonheim has his back to the ropes.
Goncalves working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Goncalves.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wonheim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goncalves looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Goncalves tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Guilherme Goncalves showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Joshua Wonheim's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A shot to the liver by Goncalves. Beautiful body shot.
Joshua Wonheim has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Goncalves tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wonheim walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wonheim tries to close the distance and clinch up but Goncalves swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wonheim throws the left hand but Goncalves avoids the punch easily.
Goncalves feints a counter leg kick.
Wonheim tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Goncalves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goncalves throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Goncalves throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wonheim tried to counter with a leg kick but Goncalves avoided it.
Goncalves moves out of range of the leg kick from Wonheim.
Wonheim tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wonheim throws a low kick, looking for Goncalves's leg but Goncalves calmly moves out of range.
Wonheim throws a leg kick but Goncalves sees it coming and moves out of range.
Goncalves throws a predictable looking body shot
and Wonheim counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wonheim showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Goncalves.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T1#
Wonheim takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Goncalves scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Wonheim takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Wonheim gets a clinch.
Wonheim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goncalves pushes Wonheim back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Goncalves lands an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Wonheim lands with a left to the head.
Goncalves misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Goncalves lands a body punch in the clinch.
Goncalves has had enough of the clinch but Wonheim keeps him there for the moment.
Goncalves is trying to push Wonheim away but Wonheim has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Wonheim stalling in the clinch but Goncalves improves position.
Nice body punch from Wonheim.
Goncalves lands with a right to the head.
Guilherme Goncalves is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2##BC#
Wonheim breaks the clinch.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wonheim with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Goncalves to score with a decent uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wonheim keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Goncalves digs a good hook to Wonheim's body.
Goncalves with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice shot lands for Goncalves.
Nice body punch from Goncalves.
Goncalves jabs Wonheim to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Goncalves throws a shot to the body.
Goncalves lands a jab to Wonheim's midsection.
Goncalves misses with a head kick.
Goncalves avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wonheim wants to clinch up but Goncalves keeps it at a distance.
Goncalves connects with a right hand. Wonheim shakes it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goncalves tries to bum rush Wonheim with a series of wild strikes but Wonheim uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

And that's the end of the fight!
Guilherme Goncalves comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Goncalves 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guilherme Goncalves!

A very excited looking Guilherme Goncalves 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:   Sep 23, 2019
#R1#
Castaneda fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Goncalves avoids it really well and circles away.
Castaneda with a poor takedown
and Goncalves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goncalves cracks a nice hook into Castaneda's ribs.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Castaneda fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Goncalves throws out a counter right but Castaneda avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darrick Castaneda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goncalves is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Castaneda lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T1#
Goncalves rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Castaneda moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Castaneda fails with the takedown
and Goncalves counters with a left to the body.
Goncalves lands a nice looking body shot.
Goncalves lands with an uppercut that bounces Castaneda off the cage and back into range.
Goncalves lunges at Castaneda with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Castaneda's hand.
Goncalves scores with a jab. Castaneda acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Castaneda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD#
Goncalves gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Castaneda to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goncalves is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Castaneda not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Goncalves is trying to keep Castaneda in close.
Castaneda stops Goncalves from standing up.
Goncalves can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Castaneda controls the pace.
Goncalves trying to keep a closed guard but Castaneda is proving a slippery customer.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Goncalves can do anything to dispel that myth.
Castaneda engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Goncalves wants to stand up but Castaneda is controlling him. #T3#
Goncalves wants to sweep here but Castaneda controlling him for the moment.
Goncalves can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Castaneda controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Castaneda fails with a takedown attempt.
Left hook, right uppercut from Goncalves.
Guilherme Goncalves is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Castaneda misses with a takedown attempt - Goncalves sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4#
Goncalves dips to his left and cracks Castaneda with an uppercut!
Goncalves jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Goncalves closes the distance and lands a one-two.#ROC2#
Castaneda is rocked!
Castaneda fails with an attempt to clinch.
Oh Castaneda is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goncalves cracks Castaneda's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Castaneda slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Goncalves can do further damage! This one is done, son!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Guilherme Goncalves!

 

 
 
 
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